Machine Operator/Inserter Operator II - 1st Shift

Impact Connects; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership (ESOP)

Overtime opportunities

Health Insurance

PTO and holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Impact Connects in Minneapolis, MN is seeking an Inserter Operator II for the Lettershop Production department. This hourly, non-exempt role runs 6 am–2:30 pm, Monday–Friday, with opportunities to lead a small team and ensure accurate, timely production.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and 2–3 years of progressive inserting experience. You will follow SOPs, operate inserting equipment, and maintain safe, efficient production areas.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of progressive inserting experience.
• Ability to read and follow job tickets.
• Ability to operate inserting equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand job tickets.
• Know, follow and teach Letter Shop SOPs.
• Operate inserting equipment properly and safely.
• Be responsible for quality and quantity of each assigned job.
• Act as lead for machine's assigned workers and ensure quality outcomes.
• Set up inserters efficiently and correctly.
• Read and understand all related forms and paperwork.
• Keep production areas clean at all times.
• Rotate to other machine positions to train others.
• Perform any other duties assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Inserting experience

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.

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.