MAILING MACHINES SUPERVISOR I

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of California's Employment Development Department (EDD) in West Sacramento is seeking a Mailing Machines Supervisor I to oversee the Production Mail Finishing Unit, train operators, and ensure efficient and accurate mail processing.

This 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time role offers a first-shift schedule (9:00 AM to 5:30 PM) with in-office work and potential overtime as required. Knowledge of USPS equipment and regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience operating mailing machines and related equipment.
• Knowledge of USPS regulations for postage, mail types and ZIP sorting.
• Ability to learn operation of mailing machines and related software.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and document work accurately.
• Ability to work independently and maintain production records.
• Good time management and dependability; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise subordinate staff in a Production Mail Finishing Unit on one of three shifts.
• Provide training and technical expertise on mailing equipment.
• Manage equipment maintenance programs and prioritize work.
• Perform quality checks and verify documentation for jobs processed.

Skills

Postal regulations knowledge

Metering machines knowledge

Operate mailing equipment

Instruction following

Independence and records

Time management

Communication skills

Ability to learn software

Tools

Mailing equipment

USPS equipment

Job description

Mailing Machines Supervisor I

Job Posting: Mailing Machines Supervisor I

$4,247.00 - $5,318.00 per Month. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/10/2026

The Employment Development Department, Document Management Division is searching for a motivated, skilled, and energetic individual who enjoys innovation, problem solving, and is interested in working with an exciting team of professionals in a fast-paced environment.

Under the general supervision of the Production Mail Finishing Mailing Machines Supervisor II, the incumbent is responsible for supervising subordinate staff in a Production Mail Finishing Unit on one of three shifts in the operation of various types of mailing equipment. The Mailing Machines Supervisor I (MMS I) is personally responsible for providing training and technical expertise on mailing equipment, managing equipment maintenance programs, prioritizing and assigning work to operators, performing continual quality control checks, maintaining quality control logs and verifying accuracy of documentation for jobs processed.

The MMS I is a working supervisor who must possess a thorough understanding of the theory of operation of mailing equipment and associated software applications utilized in the Section. The incumbent must be able to operate equipment at established acceptable production levels and have a working knowledge of current United States Postal Service's mailing requirements and regulations.

Position located at 3704 Parkway Place, West Sacramento, CA, 95691.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours in the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) per month.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

Working Conditions

• Work overtime on a mandatory basis when workload or schedule requires
• Work in a noisy environment
• Stand for long periods of time
• Adapt to rotational cross training and accept assignment changes to work hours
• Lift 25 pounds or more on a regular basis

Minimum Requirements

• MAILING MACHINES SUPERVISOR I

Telework

In Office

Job Type

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Work Shift

9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Work Week

Monday-Friday

Department Information

The Employment Development Department (EDD) is one of the largest State departments with employees at hundreds of service locations. For more than 70 years, the EDD has connected millions of job seekers and employers in an effort to build the economy of the Golden State. In order to continue our mission, we are constantly looking for the best and the brightest to join our ranks. Working at EDD presents many opportunities. If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with EDD.

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of postal regulations related to postage, different types of mail, and zip code sorting techniques
• Knowledge of metering machines and United States Postal Service equipment
• Ability to rapidly learn effective and safe operation of the EDD's mailing machines and related equipment
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, and write at a level required for successful job performance
• Ability to work independently, and maintain production records
• Experience operating, adjusting, running, and maintaining mailing machines and related equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Knowledge of and experience with personal computers
• Good time management and dependability
• Good communication skills

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.edd.ca.gov

EEO Contact:

EEO Officer

[phone]

[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

The position(s) may require an applicant to pass a background investigation. However, applicants will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless they receive a conditional offer of employment.

The department will make an individualized assessment of whether the conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and the work performed by the department. The department will consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency, nature and seriousness, and age at the time of the offense(s).

The investigation will consist of completion of a personal history statement and fingerprinting checks with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice, and/or local law enforcement agencies. Anyone failing to pass the background investigation will be provided information on how to appeal the process. A criminal conviction may not result in an automatic determination of "Not Qualified".

The Employment Development Department may require a new probation in accordance with applicable probationary period rules.

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.