Insert & Digital Print Operator

Forum Communications Co.; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision packages

Paid maternity and parental leave

Company-paid short-term disability and

Life insurance and additional coverage

Retirement benefits with company match

Generous PTO and volunteer hours

Job summary

Forum Communications Company is seeking an Inserter/Print Operator to set up, operate, and troubleshoot high-speed inserter machines and digital printers, ensuring output meets quality standards and deadlines. You will handle inventory, packaging and mailing tasks, maintain accurate production logs, and comply with safety rules while working with limited supervision in our Fargo facility.

Join a longstanding Upper Midwest media company that values quality print, mail services and reliable, safe

Qualifications

• Education: High school degree or equivalent.
• Computer literacy: Manage electronic files and proprietary print/mail software.
• Document comprehension: Read safety rules and manuals.
• Equipment knowledge: Prior experience with digital production printers and mail equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot inserter machines to meet deadlines and quality targets.
• Process and print digital files for high-volume output.
• Monitor and adjust printer settings to maintain output quality across devices.
• Track inventory and route mail pieces according to job orders and workflows.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Organization

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Pallet jacks

Print/mail software

Job description

With locations in North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota, Forum Communications Printing addresses commercial printing and mailing needs with our high-quality print and mail solutions. Services include magazine, catalog, book, and tradeshow printing, brochures, direct mailers, postcards, variable data printing, statements, glossy inserts, annual reports, fulfillment, first class mail pick-up, and print & digital publications. Forum Communications Printing is part of Forum Communications Company, a 5th-generation, family-owned, Upper Midwest media company.

Job Summary

Responsible for setting up, operating, and troubleshooting inserter machines ensuring the accuracy and quality of the produced output, while meeting project deadlines. Assist in operating color and grayscale production laser printers to include computer operations, preparation, set-up, processing, output, and quality control.

Essential Functions

Machine & Digital Print Operations

• Operate Mail Insertion Equipment: Set up and run high-speed mail inserters efficiently and accurately according to custom job specifications.
• Process & Print Digital Files: Prepare and process customer-provided electronic files for output on high-volume digital laser printers.
• Manage Printer Functions: Monitor printer settings, maintain print quality, and perform routine equipment adjustments across all digital laser print functions.

Inventory, Logistics & Fulfillment

• Material Handling: Safe operation of manual and electric pallet jacks to maneuver pallets, cages, and bulk print materials throughout the facility.
• Inventory & Postage Control: Track and manage levels of envelopes, paper stock, and mailing supplies while logging and auditing postage expenses accurately.
• Mail Sorting & Routing: Sort and route completed mail pieces through the facility in compliance with specific job orders and distribution workflows.

Compliance, Record-Keeping & Safety

• Production Tracking: Maintain clear and accurate daily production log sheets, tracking output metrics and job completion times.
• Postal Regulation Compliance: Learn and stay updated on USPS and commercial mail regulations (training provided), adapting operational processes to meet evolving standards.
• Workplace Maintenance & Attendance: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment while demonstrating consistent, punctual attendance.

Non-Essential Duties And Functions

• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High school degree or equivalent.
• Computer Literacy: Comfortable navigating standard computer operating systems, managing electronic files, and quickly learning proprietary print/mail management software.
• Document Comprehension: Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and standard procedure manuals.
• Equipment Knowledge & Technical Aptitude: Prior experience operating digital production printers, mail insertion equipment, or pallet jacks is a plus; comfortable troubleshooting basic machinery.
• Organization & Detail: Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail when logging output, managing inventory, and following job specs.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with customers, team members, and supervisors.
• Accountability: Strong self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision while meeting high quality standards.

Expected compensation for this role is between $19 - $24/hr, based on qualifications and experience.

About The Company

Forum Communications Company is a family-owned media and technology leader with more than a century of delivering trusted, quality journalism and innovative business solutions. Storytelling is at the heart of who we are, but today, we’re so much more than a newspaper. As one of the Upper Midwest’s leading media organizations, we’re driving the future across print and digital news, sports streaming, technology, broadcasting, commercial printing, and full-service agency advertising.

Forum Communications Company offers the following to all Full-Time and 32-Hour Benefited employees:

• Health, dental, and vision packages
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Additional options for critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Retirement benefits with company match
• Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship.