Mail Sorter; 2nd shift

Job Overview

Machine Operator Associates will set up, feed, and operate machines to meet production goals. Operators troubleshoot light jams and maintain quality of final mail pieces.

9775 Commerce Circle, Kutztown, PA 19530. Exit 45 off of Rte 78.

Exceed customer expectations for quality, delivery, and service by focusing on their needs, our employees, and continuous improvement.

• Care for customers and each other
• Apply safe working practices in a highly secure facility
• Do our best in all we do
• Continually pursue innovation and progress
• Build collaborative relationships with openness and honesty

• Prepare pallets and trays and identify pallet and tray breaks while sorting mail.
• Read production orders to determine types, sizes, and codes of items scheduled for printing and mailing.
• Prepare paper rolls and load into machine.
• Put material for inserting and envelopes into loading racks on machines.
• Start machines that automatically fold letters, add inserts, stuff and address envelopes, and segregate destination codes.
• Observe machine operations to detect malfunctions.
• Operate computer‑controlled equipment to direct items according to established routing schemes.
• Verify that items are addressed correctly, packaged properly, and in suitable condition for processing.
• Determine manner in which mail is to be sent and prepare it for delivery to mailing facilities.
• Lift and unload containers of mail or parcels onto equipment for transportation to sortation stations.
• Place outgoing letters into bins based on destination or type, and place identifying tags on bins.
• Clear jams in equipment.
• Add ink, fill paste reservoirs, and perform other light maintenance when necessary.
• Inspect mail machine output for defects; determine how to eliminate causes of any defects.
• Adjust guides, rollers, envelopes and insertion bins, using rules and hand tools.
• Accept and check containers of mail material or parcels from material handlers.
• Quality check own work and work of others.
• Deliver upon schedules and plans.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Report and perform assigned duties for entire duration of regularly scheduled shift.
• Comply with company policies and procedures and promote company values and culture.

• Skilled in Operation Monitoring – Watch inventory, packaging, inserting, sorting or other indicators to ensure machine works properly and clear jams.
• Skilled in Quality Control Analysis – Conduct tests and inspections to evaluate quality and verify correct material codes.
• Skilled in Operation and Control – Control operations of equipment or systems.
• Skilled in Reading Comprehension – Understand written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Skilled in Active Listening – Give full attention to what others say, understand points, ask questions, and not interrupt at inappropriate times.
• Near Vision Ability – Sees details at close range.
• Strength and Endurance Ability – Lift up to 50 lbs.; stand, bend, stoop for up to 8 hours; use abdominal and lower back muscles to support body repeatedly or continuously over time without fatigue.
• Multilimb Coordination Ability – Coordinate two or more limbs while sitting, standing, or lying down without involving whole body motion.
• Ability to Act with Problem Sensitivity – Detect when something is wrong or likely to go wrong; examine material for quality issues; work material or seek assistance from management.
• Ability to Order Information – Arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to specific rule or set of rules.
• Ability to Apply Selective Attention – Concentrate on a task over a period of time without distraction.
• Perceptual Speed Ability – Quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns.

• Knowledge of Production and Processing – Raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing efficiency.
• Mechanical Knowledge – Inserting, folding and/or print machines and tools.

• New Associates become eligible for benefits the month following 60 days!
• Medical (2 plan designs to choose from)
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance Options
• 401K
• Career growth & development
• Friendly company culture!

JSM is an equal opportunity employer.