Inserting Machine Operator Nights

Moore; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local company in Topeka is seeking an insert operator to manage machine operations. Responsibilities include setting up, loading, and troubleshooting the insert machine while conducting quality checks. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and the ability to read, write in English, and perform basic math. The role requires physical stamina for standing, walking, and lifting materials regularly. The position works nights 5:45 pm to 5:45 am with a 3/4 schedule and every other Saturday.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write in English and do basic math.

Responsibilities

• Set up, load, unload, and maintain the insert machine.
• Conduct quality checks.

Skills

Reading and writing in English

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

An insert operator’s job is to set up, load, unload, maintain, and troubleshoot the insert machine to produce accurate work on a timely basis. The operator conducts quality checks and performs other tasks as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Places pieces of mailings into the hoppers of the inserting machines by the handful.
• Sets up and operates machine to optimum performance.
• Removes inserted envelopes by the handful and places in trays.
• May band material.
• Checks material for correct sort and matches.
• Puts correct tray tags on trays.
• Puts sleeve on trays and puts trays on pallet.
• Sometimes puts mail in bags.
• Performs other duties as required.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and write in English and do basic math.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to read and write in English and do basic math.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Requires occasional bending at the waist.
• Requires stooping on occasion.
• Repetitious pinching and gripping.
• Regularly requires the constant lifting of 15 to 25 lbs.
• Periodically requires the constant lifting of up to 45 lbs. when inserting calendars.

Schedule

This position works nights 5:45 pm to 5:45 am 3/4 schedule and every other Saturday.