Mail Center Service Specialist

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Minnesota; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota is seeking a mailroom associate in Eagan. You will sort and distribute mail and packages, process outgoing items, and update tracking information. The role requires active involvement with vendors and departments to resolve shipping issues and ensure timely delivery.

Hours are 6:00 am to 3:30 pm and the position is fully onsite. Candidates should have at least 1 year of related experience and a high school diploma, plus the ability to lift up to 40 lbs and

Qualifications

• 1+ year of related mailroom or shipping experience.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy in sorting.

Responsibilities

• Sort and distribute mail and packages at the Eagan campus.
• Process outgoing mail and packages and update tracking.
• Create shipping labels and use the Arrival tracking system.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with shipping requests.
• Meter mail according to the presort process.

Skills

1+ year experience

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference, join us.

The Impact You Will Have

This position is responsible for the general sorting and distribution of all mail and packages at the Eagan Blue Cross campus. Ensures all mail metering machines and shipping software is updated when required and maintains accurate price information. Processes all outgoing mail and packages that come through the mailroom. Researches and determines the most cost-effective mail shipping methods. Assists in establishing consistent processes and procedures for the mailroom. Assists customers with shipping and mailing requests and in resolving mail related issues. The hours for this role are 6:00 am - 3:30 pm. This position is fully onsite at our offices in Eagan.

What You’ll Do

• Sort and distribute all mail and packages at the Eagan campus. Accurately processes all packages requiring special delivery, including international shipments. Utilizes the most cost effective and efficient shipping provider. Trouble shoots and resolves package delivery errors and works with vendor and/or customer to correct problems.
• Accurately and efficiently sorts and distributes all mail and packages meeting established daily mail drop timelines.
• Accurately processes all outgoing mail and packages, scans all incoming packages into the Arrival tracking system and delivers to departments accordingly.
• Able to keep accurate records as required. Works directly with departments to assist with shipping requests, creates shipping labels when required and ensures packages are shipped efficiently and accurately.
• Meters mail according to the presort mailing process.

How You’ll Do It

• Assists in establishing and following consistent processes and procedures for all mail room activities.
• Able to perform multiple activities accurately in accordance with priorities established by management and performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports ISC tasks when time is available: return mail, member ID lookups, claim data entry, typing labels and stuffing letters.
• Special projects as requested.
• Performs additional responsibilities consistent with the scope and level of the role, as assigned.

Required Skills & Experience

• 1+ years of related work experience
• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Must be able to: Bend and stoop. Perform motions of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers (i.e. typing, grasping, or gripping) at a computer station in an office environment. Occasionally lift and transfer up to 40 lbs. Frequent pushing and pulling of freight up to 500 lbs. on a dolly or cart, without mechanical aid. Reach and lift (up to 5 lbs) above shoulder.
• Repetitive motion required.
• Safely walk and stand for extended periods of time.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Ability to communicate clearly with varied internal contacts, actively listen to clarify needs, and ensure accurate and timely information exchange.
• Ability to recognize patterns in recurring issues, gather relevant information, and collaborate with others to implement practical solutions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks across assignments, manage time effectively, and adjust to shifting workloads while maintaining accuracy.
• Customer service and support experience.
• Experience working with shipping vendors to establish service and resolve issues.

Physical Requirements

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. Blue Cross of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an affirmative action plan, as required by Minnesota law applicable to state contractors. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected characteristic. Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply, please contact us at: [e-mail]. Blue Cross® and Blue Shield® of Minnesota and Blue Plus® are nonprofit independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.