Mail Machine Operator

CDS Global

Boone (IA)

On-site

USD 1,733,193 - 2,468,487

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

CDS Global in Boone, IA is seeking individuals for a temporary position requiring operation of mail machines. Responsibilities include setting up equipment, maintaining quality expectations, and working in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have basic communication skills and the ability to perform tasks under pressure.

The role offers a base wage of $15.25/hour and additional pay for shift differentials. Training options are available to accommodate various schedules.

Qualifications

Stand, move and/or sit while performing functions in a fast-paced high-volume production work environment.
Lift and carry mail trays and move mail carts.
May be required to work extra hours as needed.

Responsibilities

Regularly operate mail machines to process inbound mail.
Setup equipment according to production needs.
Maintain confidentiality of CDS Global and its clients' proprietary information.

Skills

Basic verbal and written communication skills

Analytical skills

Experience using simple math skills

Basic PC skills

Typing – 15 WPM minimum

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

Regularly operate mail machines to process inbound mail, including mail sorter, auto extractor imager, transport scanner, and/or sit‑down extractor/scanners. Sit, stand, and move around while performing functions in a fast‑paced work environment. Employees use job aids and CDS Global procedures to process each magazine, product, or non‑profit client’s mail while maintaining quantity and quality expectations.

Essential Functions

Setup equipment according to production needs.
Load mail onto machine, select appropriate job according to established guidelines, and run mail through the machine.
Work with a sense of urgency due to production deadlines and volumes.
Enter batch header information into PC attached to machine by performing keying functions, as necessary.
Unload mail from machine and move it to the next stage of the process.
Bundle batch together in mail trays, and place in the appropriate location.
May convert documents into batches electronically.
Operate a mail jogger machine as needed.
Perform preventative maintenance on machines: clean, vacuum, and clear materials from machine as necessary; at least once daily.
Troubleshoot mechanical problems encountered with machinery and communicate with the appropriate person (e.g., manager or technical service vendor staff in manager’s absence).
May work with vendor staff to solve machine problems/errors by testing and demonstrating machine problems.

Other Responsibilities

Maintain confidentiality of CDS Global and its clients’ proprietary information.
Interact in a cooperative and professional manner, with all levels of employees, clients, and/or vendors, in a team environment.
Organize tasks and resources to complete work and meet deadlines according to established departmental procedures.
Acquire and adopt new information in a changing technical environment.
Adhere to CDS Global guidelines, policies and procedures.
Assume additional responsibilities as required.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
Basic verbal and written communication skills.
Analytical skills.
Experience using simple math skills.
Basic PC skills.
Typing – 15 WPM minimum.
Stand, move and/or sit while performing functions in a fast‑paced high‑volume production work environment.
Lift and carry mail trays and move mail carts.
May be required to work extra hours as needed.

Mandatory Training Options

#1 August 3 – August 14; Monday‑Friday 2:30pm‑10:30pm for 2 weeks
#2 August 10 – August 28; Monday‑Friday 2:30pm‑10:30pm for 3 weeks
#3 August 17 – September 4; Monday‑Friday 2:30pm‑10:30pm for 3 weeks
#4 August 17 - August 28; Monday‑Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm for 2 weeks
#5 August 31- September 18; Monday – Friday 10am‑6pm for 3 weeks
WORK SCHEDULE OPTIONS – (coincide with the training class option # above)
#1 Monday – Friday 2:30pm‑10:30pm
#2 Monday – Friday 2:30pm‑10:30pm
#3 Monday - Friday 2:30pm‑10:30pm
#4 Monday, Tuesday, Friday 8am‑6pm; Saturday 6am‑4pm or Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9am‑5pm; Saturday 8am‑4pm
#5 Monday – Friday 10am‑6pm

Salary

Base wage = $15.25/hour

Shift Differentials

2nd Shift: Mon‑Fri, 4:00pm‑10:30pm
- Additional 10% of base wage per hour if 50% or more scheduled hours fall during this time frame.
Weekend Shift (Sat‑Sun, 6:30am‑10:30pm)
- Additional $3.75/hour for all hours worked on Weekend Shift.

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