MAIL MACHINE OPERATOR

Position Location: York, PA

Hours: Full-Time | TBD – Second Shift 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM or Third Shift 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Scope: Following rules and regulations, this position accurately prepares, and processes printed materials for distribution through the USPS. Duties include but are not limited to addressing, affixing postage and wafer seals, and using various high-speed machinery.

Essential Functions

This position exists to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Reviews incoming mail lists and mailing instructions for accuracy and completeness.
2. Resolves issues with mail lists and discrepancies with mailing instructions, as instructed.
3. Sets up equipment for efficient operation.
4. Ensures mailroom production is available as needed.
5. Uses mailing equipment to process printed material according to schedule, quality, and productivity needs.
6. Ensures mail is prepared according to postal regulations pertaining to zip sorts, traying, bagging, bundling, and tagging.
7. Sets up and runs ancillary mailing equipment, as needed.
8. Keeps accurate and detailed records of quantities mailed domestically and internationally, as required for proper postal permitting.
9. Keeps mailing equipment in good working order and performs maintenance on a regular basis.
10. Protects the health and safety of all employees by following all required safety procedures.
11. Assists with general housekeeping in the mailing area.
12. Maintains a professional demeanor and an enthusiastic attitude.
13. Other duties, as assigned.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.

Skills & Experience:

• At least one year of experience as a mail machine operator in a high-volume print manufacturing environment, is preferred.
• Prior experience operating machinery in a high-volume manufacturing environment, is preferred.
• Knowledge of all aspects of mail processing operations and methods.

• Knowledge of materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing and distribution of goods.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective operations for the protection of people, data, and property.
• Excellent time management and machine operator skills are required.
• Skilled in problem resolution and decision-making.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.
• Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
• Ability to work proactively, understanding and applying logic to decisions.
• Ability to work in a high-volume environment and manage multiple competing priorities effectively.
• The ability to adjust the controls of a machine quickly and repeatedly to exact positions.
• Must be able to communicate regularly in person and through written means and understand and exchange accurate information.
• Must be able to work outside of normal business hours to accommodate business needs, when required.

Physical Requirements:

Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Operates a computer/laptop and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, computer printer, and phone system.
• Needs to move around the manufacturing environment frequently.
• Must be able to stand 100 percent of the time.
• Must be able to stand, reach, push, pull, lift, lower, stoop, and bend.
• Transfer, lift, and/or reposition materials weighing 30 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds occasionally to a height of 3-4 feet.
• Reaching includes extending hand(s), finger(s), and arm(s) in any direction.
• Finger dexterity; using primarily just the fingers to make small movements such as picking up small objects, or pinching fingers together.
• Grasping; using fingers and palm on an object.
• Talking; especially where one must frequently convey detailed or important instructions or ideas to others. Will be required to have conversations in person with individuals and groups.
• Repetitive motion: movements frequently and regularly required using the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Average hearing: able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information.
• Average visual abilities; ordinary visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or computer screens.
• May be required to lift up to 10 pounds routinely, up to 20 pounds occasionally, and more than 20 pounds as needed.
• The environment is considered to contain medium/high noise levels.
• The environment is temperature-controlled and not exposed to extreme changes in temperatures or weather conditions.
• Wear required PPE devices for personal safety and protection from work-related hazards (including, but not limited to, hearing protection, eye protection, and safety footwear).
• Overtime is dictated by the needs of the business.

To apply, submit your resume to careers@theYGSgroup.com.

Notice to All Applicants: This posting is not intended to provide an all-inclusive list of duties, but rather to provide an overview of essential functions and basic duties. Requirements, skills, and abilities included, have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform in the position. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Employment with The YGS Group is at-will. The employment process with The YGS Group includes a pre-employment background check and post-offer physical and drug screen. The YGS Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.