Inserter Operator II - Precision Print Production

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Maternity leave

Adoption assistance

Employer discounts

Job summary

RRD in Aurora, Colorado is seeking an Inserter Operator 2 to set up, operate, and monitor automated inserting equipment for commercial print and direct‑mail projects. You will review tickets, load materials, run changeovers, and ensure accurate assembly according to customer specs.

Responsibilities include performing quality checks, documenting results, troubleshooting common equipment issues, and maintaining safety and efficiency on the line.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience operating inserting, mailing, bindery, finishing, or similar commercial print production equipment preferred.
• Prior experience equivalent to an Inserter Operator 1 or demonstrated proficiency operating production equipment preferred.
• Experience in a commercial printing, direct mail, fulfillment, or manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor inserting equipment and related finishing equipment in accordance with job specifications and production requirements.
• Review job tickets, work instructions, samples, and customer specifications before beginning production.
• Load printed materials, envelopes, inserts, and other components into appropriate equipment stations.
• Perform machine setups, changeovers, adjustments, and routine operating functions with limited supervision.
• Verify that all required components are loaded in the correct sequence and orientation.
• Monitor equipment throughout the production run to ensure proper feeding, inserting, sealing, folding, and overall product quality.
• Perform required quality checks at established intervals and document results according to company procedures.
• Identify and troubleshoot common equipment problems, including jams, misfeeds, doubles, missing inserts, alignment issues, and other operating conditions.
• Make appropriate machine adjustments to maintain quality and production efficiency.
• Escalate mechanical, electrical, or recurring equipment problems to the Supervisor or Maintenance department when necessary.
• Monitor production speed, waste, spoilage, and downtime and take appropriate action to improve operating performance.
• Accurately complete production records, quality documentation, downtime records, material usage information, and other required paperwork or electronic transactions.
• Maintain accurate accountability of customer materials and printed products throughout the production process.
• Assist with reconciliation of materials and completed production quantities when required.
• Follow established procedures for handling damaged, defective, or nonconforming materials.

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

RRD in Aurora, Colorado is seeking an Inserter Operator 2 to set up, operate, and monitor automated inserting equipment for commercial print and direct‑mail projects. You will review tickets, load materials, run changeovers, and ensure accurate assembly according to customer specs.

Responsibilities include performing quality checks, documenting results, troubleshooting common equipment issues, and maintaining safety and efficiency on the line.