MAILING MACHINES OPERATOR II

California State Controller's Office; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The California State Controller’s Office in Sacramento is hiring a Mailing Machines Operator II to handle high-volume mail processing in the Disbursements division. You will operate complex inserting machines, manage sorting and postage reporting, and ensure timely and accurate communications for state programs.

This permanent, full-time role requires physical lifting up to 50 lb, operating warehouse equipment, and adherence to safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of mailing equipment, such as complex multi-function inserting machines, folding, inserting, and sealing documents.
• Clear jams, perform basic maintenance and minor repairs.
• Review work orders and process jobs per specifications, regulations, and schedules.
• Ensure quality control of processed mail.
• Operate the presort machine (ZIP code sorter) and manage mail trays.
• Prepare postage reports on a desktop PC for electronic submission to the USPS.
• Set up and operate metering machines, joggers, cutters, shrink-wrap, and tying machines.
• Operate warehouse equipment (forklift, pallet jack) safely.

Job description

Work Location

Sacramento County

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-535117

Position #(s): 051-140-1780-023

Working Title: Mailing Machines Operator II

Classification: MAILING MACHINES OPERATOR II

$3,994.00 - $4,992.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: Disbursements

Department Information

The Office of the State Controller (SCO) is the destination employer within the State of California. As California’s chief fiscal officer, the Controller’s Office ensures accountability and transparency of California’s financial practices while promoting fairness and opportunity for all. Here, you’ll work in a collaborative and supportive environment with diverse opportunities for professional growth and development. A career with the SCO offers meaningful work that directly impacts the state’s future.

The Disbursements Division (DISB) of the California State Controller’s Office plays a crucial role in ensuring that the state’s financial obligations are disbursed accurately and on time. This division handles the issuance of payments for State employees, retirees, vendors, and various state programs, making it essential to keeping California’s operations running smoothly. By joining this team, you’ll be at the heart of financial management, gaining hands‑on experience in processing and overseeing millions in state funds.

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Job Description And Duties

With general direction provided by a Mailing Machines Supervisor I and II, use complex, multi-function equipment, and process large volumes of outgoing mail for processing by the United States Postal Service (USPS) and other mail carriers. The incumbent will be required to lift and move up to 50 lb. boxes without assistance and maneuver full mail cages, weighing approximately 1,000 lbs., through Mail Operations on a daily basis.

(Candidates must perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodations.)

• Operate a variety of mailing equipment, such as complex multi-function computerized inserting machines with the ability to fold documents, insert documents into envelopes, and seal envelopes.
• Clear jams from mailing equipment and detect material handling errors. Perform maintenance and minor repairs.
• Review work orders and documentation for all jobs. Process all jobs in accordance with work order specifications, postal regulations, and established mailing schedules.
• Ensure quality control of work processed.
• Operate the presort machine (sorter) for ZIP Code sorting and remove from bins after sort is complete.
• Place sorted envelopes in appropriate mail trays. Ensure trays have the correct mail tags. Secure completed predetermined mail trays on strapping machines.
• Operation of a desktop PC in order to prepare appropriate postage reports for electronic submission to the USPS.
• Set up, adjust, and operate metering machines, joggers, cutters, shrink-wrap, and tying machines.
• Operate warehouse equipment (forklift, pallet jack, etc.) to transport supplies/materials, and ensure the equipment is operated safely utilizing basic safety standards and procedures per the Injury and Illness Prevention Program and certified training procedures and guidelines.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

Take the required examination here: Mailing Machines Operator II Examination

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.