Machine Operator/Inserter Operator II - 1st Shift

Impact; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

Competitive pay with overtime

Health Insurance

PTO and holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Impact Connects is seeking an Inserter Operator II for its Lettershop Production team in Minneapolis. You will set up and run inserting equipment, ensuring quality and accuracy for high-volume mail jobs while following standard SOPs and safety rules.

The role involves leading the machine's assigned workers, training others, and reporting issues promptly to the shift supervisor. Strong English reading/writing and a HS diploma are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (2-3 years inserting experience preferred).
• Ability to read and write at a basic English level.
• Experience operating inserting equipment and following SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand job instructions on work tickets.
• Operate inserting equipment safely and correctly.
• Ensure quality and quantity for each job.
• Lead assigned workers on the machine and report issues to supervisor.
• Set up insertions efficiently and rotate positions as needed.
• Maintain clean production areas and follow paperwork requirements.

Skills

Read job tickets

Follow SOPs

Operate inserting equipment

Lead machine workers

Quality control

Flexibility to rotate roles

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inserting equipment

Job description

About Us:

Founded more than 40 years ago. Impact Connects is a marketing services company that helps organizations communicate with customers through direct mail, digital print, fulfillment, and integrated marketing campaigns. We serve as an execution partner, managing from production to mailing and fulfillment operations. Our services are commonly used by businesses that need high-volume printing and mailing.

Title: Inserter Operator II

Job Classification: Hourly, Non-exempt

Department: Lettershop Production

Reports To: Shift Supervisor and Manager Mailing Operations

Hours: 6 am - 2:30 pm, Monday - Friday

General purpose of Job:

Effectively setup & run inserting equipment

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Read & understand job instructions in the form of work tickets
• Know, follow & teach Letter Shop's Standard Operating Procedures
• Able to operate all inserting equipment properly & safely
• Responsible for the quality and quantity of each assigned job
• Act as lead for their machine's assigned workers (sorter/bagger and/or temps), responsible for correct, accurate & quality outcome of all tasks on their machine. Immediately report any production issues to shift supervisor.
• Performs efficient & correct set up on any inserter
• Ability to sort & containerize all classes of mail
• Able to read & understand all associated forms & paperwork
• Keep production areas clean at all times
• Able & willing to rotate to any position on the machine to facilitate training of lesser-experienced operators.
• Any other duties assigned by supervisor

Performance Measurement:

Performance feedback will take place both verbally and written on a day-to-day as needed basis, recognition in monthly employee recognition meetings, formal training on changes in SOP as needed with a formal review by the supervisor at least annually

Education And/or Experience

High school diploma or GED; 2-3 years of progressive Inserting experience.

Language and Math Skills

Ability to read and write at a basic English level. Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and other employees at a level necessary for the position. Ability to add & subtract two digit numbers and to multiply & divide with 10s & 100s.

Physical Demands

Standing or walking most of the day, may climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Regularly lift up to 25 pounds, often lift up to 40 lbs and rarely up to 70 lbs. Constant use of hands and arms. Regularly reach with hands and arms, including reaching above shoulder level (Lifting/reaching above shoulder level would seldom be more than 5-10 pounds). Vision requirements are close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, & ability to focus.

Work Environment

Work near moving mechanical parts, fumes & air borne particles, risk of electrical shock, and exposure to toxic chemicals. The noise level is moderate to loud.

Benefits

• Employee Ownership (ESOP): Build long-term wealth as an owner in the company
• Competitive Pay with opportunities for overtime
• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

Impact Connects is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Salary: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour