Mailing Machine Operator

Ironmark; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ironmark in Annapolis Junction, MD is seeking a Mailing Machine Operator to run inkjet printers, inserters, folding machines, and tabs, ensuring mail is addressed, sorted, processed, and prepared for shipment in compliance with USPS and international rules.

You will work with the Mailing Services Manager and team, perform maintenance, monitor quality, and support on-time production. A high school diploma and 1–2 years of related experience are preferred; detail-oriented and able to overtime.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of mail processing or related industry experience preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and team-oriented.
• Mechanically inclined with ability to operate and troubleshoot mailing equipment.
• Experience with inkjet, tabbing and inserting software is a plus.
• Familiarity with USPS, international mail requirements is a plus.
• Proficient with Windows OS and Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate inkjet equipment.
• Set up and operate mechanical tabbing equipment.
• Set up and operate envelope inserting equipment.
• Sort mail per USPS regulations for bulk mail entry.
• Operate machines that seal envelopes and apply postage.
• Monitor machine operation for accuracy and quality.
• Collate and assemble non-machinable mailing packages.
• Review postal paperwork and tickets for production specs.
• Presort and tray mail per USPS specs.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on mailing machines.
• Identify and resolve processing issues.
• Collaborate with team to prioritize projects and meet deadlines.
• Work with mailing department to perform quality checks.
• Ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team-oriented

Mechanically inclined

Inkjet/inserting experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Inkjet equipment

Tabbing equipment

Inserting equipment

Windows OS & MS Office

Job description

Mailing Machine Operator

IRONMARK Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States

About this position

As a Mailing Machine Operator, you’ll operate machines that process and handle mail, ensuring that mail is addressed, sorted, processed, and prepared for shipment and delivery in compliance with US and international postal and shipping regulations. In particular, you’ll operate the inkjet printer, inserters, folding machines, and tabs. Working with the Mailing Services Manager and members of the Mailing Services Team, the Mailing Machine Operator uses their knowledge of mailing equipment and processes as well as their skill at efficiently and accurately using the print and bindery equipment to contribute to the efficiency of accuracy, and profitability of mailing operations.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate inkjet equipment.
• Set up and operate mechanical tabbing equipment.
• Set up and operate envelope inserting equipment.
• Sort mail per USPS regulations to match postal paperwork for bulk mail entry.
• Operate machines that seal envelopes and apply postage.
• Monitor the operation of machines to ensure that mail is processed accurately and according to set standards and quality control procedures.
• Collation and assembly of non-machinable mailing packages
• Review postal paperwork and internal job tickets to check specifications and follow instructions provided for production.
• Presort and tray mail per USPS specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on mail processing machines to ensure they operate smoothly.
• Identify and resolve issues that may arise during the processing of mail.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to prioritize projects and ensure the timely and accurate completion of mailing projects.
• Work with mailing department team to perform quality control checks.
• Ensure tasks are carried out in a timely manner.

Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent attention to detail
• Team-oriented
• Mechanically inclined
• Experience with inkjet, tabbing and inserting software and equipment a plus.
• Experience working with bulk mail a plus.
• Knowledge of Windows OS and Microsoft office suite.
• Understanding of international mail/shipping requirements a plus.
• Understanding of USPS / FedEx / UPS package services a plus.
• Understanding of design and print production processes a plus.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 1-2 Years of Industry Experience Preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to easily navigate the workplace, including offices and production areas, to supervise and collaborate with team members.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
• Able to routinely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Regularly standing for long periods of time.
• Regularly use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel objects.
• Regularly see details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
• Regularly speak clearly so listeners can understand.
• Regularly understand the speech of another person.
• Frequently work on projects that require deadlines.
• Ability to work Mandatory Overtime and on weekends when required.

Ironmark provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Please note that your job may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of my department or company without it being specifically included in the job description. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.