Mailroom Equipment Operator - 2nd Shift
About The Position
With locations in North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota, Forum Communications Printing addresses commercial printing and mailing needs with our high-quality print and mail solutions. Services include magazine, catalog, book, and tradeshow printing, brochures, direct mailers, postcards, variable data printing, statements, glossy inserts, annual reports, fulfillment, first class mail pick-up, and print & digital publications. Forum Communications Printing is part of Forum Communications Company, a 5th-generation, family-owned, Upper Midwest media company. Job Summary The Mailroom Equipment Operator is responsible for the efficient setup, operation, and monitoring of mailroom machinery to ensure accurate preparation, packaging, and distribution of printed materials. This role plays a critical part in maintaining production flow, meeting deadlines, and upholding quality and safety standards in a fast-paced commercial printing environment. This is a full time position, 2nd Shift - Monday - Friday, 3pm - 1130pm.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn and operate complex machinery.
- Basic computer skills, including the ability to navigate machine interfaces and input data.
- Ability to read and interpret job tickets, safety guidelines, operating manuals, and production instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in a mailroom, manufacturing, or commercial printing environment is a plus, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Set up, adjust, and operate mailroom equipment including inserters, stackers, plastic wrap machines, bottom wrappers, and strapping/tiering equipment.
- Ensure accurate inserting, labeling, sorting, and packaging of printed products for distribution.
- Operate inkjet labeling systems to apply addressing and variable data as required.
- Transport printed materials and finished products using powered equipment such as electric pallet jacks.
- Monitor equipment performance and product quality; make adjustments as needed to maintain efficiency and accuracy.
- Perform routine equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs to minimize downtime.
- Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area in accordance with company housekeeping standards.
- Adhere to all safety policies, including OSHA regulations and lockout/tagout procedures.
- Meet production deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision packages
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
- Additional options for critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
- Retirement benefits with company match
- Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
