Lettershop Operator - Weekend Shift

Streamworks, LLC•Blaine, MN

10d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Lettershop Operator operates inserter and/or inkjet equipment to produce mail products that meet customer quality and timing requirements while supporting Streamworks LLC profitability. The role includes operating accumulate and high-speed inserters, including the Rival accumulate inserter and Epic high-speed inserter. These complex machines require careful setup, sign-off, and quality checks. Operators use equipment computers for programming and setup, maintain equipment, and follow established operating processes. This full-time position is scheduled Friday through Sunday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The role requires following job tickets and customer instructions, entering job, inventory, and time data into multiple systems, and coordinating with helpers, temporary employees, other operators, and incoming shift workers. Operators maintain a clean and organized work area, follow safety and security policies, and support continuous improvement and 6S/Lean manufacturing activities. The position may also involve working in other areas and completing other tasks as requested. The work environment includes moving mechanical parts, frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and extreme heat near driers, and usually loud noise. Physical demands include standing for extended periods; bending, twisting, and reaching for periods up to 12 hours a day; occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds; and repeatedly grasping bundles of material up to four inches thick.

Requirements

Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Ability to sort and prepare mail while following USPS rules and guidelines.
Ability to communicate verbally in English independently and to read and understand written and verbal instructions in English.
Excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to read and understand a ruler.
Ability to stand for extended periods and bend, twist, and reach consistently for periods up to 12 hours per day.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to repeatedly grasp bundles of material up to four inches thick.
Vision abilities including close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus quickly.
Schedule outside activities around the work schedule and work overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is preferred.
Previous experience setting up and operating Lettershop equipment is desired.
Prior experience with accumulate or high-speed inserter equipment is a plus; training will be provided on the new Rival and Epic machines.

Responsibilities

Read and understand job tickets and customer instructions.
Operate assigned equipment according to work orders and job tickets, meeting established quality standards and job speeds with minimal supervision.
Operate accumulate and high-speed inserter equipment, including the Rival accumulate inserter and Epic high-speed inserter.
Follow the sign-off and Continuity pull process.
Enter job, inventory, and time data accurately and promptly into multiple data collection systems.
Use equipment computers to program and set up equipment.
Set up, operate, and maintain equipment, and follow established equipment operating processes.
Perform job-related duties such as setting up stations and meeting tray and bagging requirements.
Understand job requirements and transfer that knowledge to helpers, temporary employees, and other operators.
Inform Leadership when supplies or parts are needed and inform Leaders of concerns.
Communicate job, equipment, and special-instruction status to incoming shift workers.
Maintain a clean and organized work area throughout the shift.
Follow safety and security policies and proper ergonomic practices.
Seek opportunities to learn other Streamworks operations.
Schedule outside activities around the work schedule and work overtime as needed.
Participate in and support Continuous Improvement activities, company-sponsored events during the work day, and the 6S/Lean manufacturing initiative.
Work in other areas or complete other tasks as requested by Management, Supervisors, or Leaders.
Perform other duties as assigned.