Machine Operator/Inserter Operator II - 1st Shift

Impactconnects; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership (ESOP)

Overtime opportunities

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan with company

Job summary

Impact Connects is seeking an Inserter Operator II to join our Lettershop Production team. You will effectively set up and run inserting equipment, read job tickets, follow SOPs, and rotate through positions to train colleagues.

This role starts early, Monday through Friday, with overtime potential as workload dictates. You will lead the machine crew, ensure quality and quantity of each job, report issues to the shift supervisor, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–3 years of progressive inserting experience preferred.
• Ability to read and write at a basic English level.
• Ability to add/subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply/divide with tens and hundreds.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run inserting equipment according to job tickets.
• Follow Letter Shop's SOPs and assist training of others.
• Ensure the quality and quantity of each assigned job.
• Lead the machine's assigned workers and report production issues to the shift supervisor.
• Perform efficient and correct setup on inserters.
• Sort and containerize all classes of mail as needed.
• Maintain clean and safe production areas.

Skills

Machine operation

Quality focus

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

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.

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.

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