Production Associate - 2nd Shift

Position Information
Position Title: Production Associate (2nd Shift)
Reports To: Production Manager
Department: Meter/Production

Position Summary
The Flex Production Associate primary responsibility is metering daily mail. This role includes:
• Metering
• Assisting the Sorter
• Bindery (i.e. folding, etc.)
• Perform other Production duties or requests assigned by Management

Core Responsibilities

- Meter mail
- Daily mail

- Other 1st Class mail -including Hot mail

- Work Order components

• Assist the Sorter/sweeping mail
o While sweeping mail, maintain and verify the quality of the mail pieces including the barcode and applied location by the Sorter
• Tag, Sleeve, palletize trays, restock, and clean work area during down time
• Assist the Sorter team during the close out process
• Assist in helping keep necessary materials stocked and readily available
• Assist with other Production needs

Time Allocation

- 50% – Daily Operations (Metering)

- 30% – Assisting the Sorter team

- 20% – Assisting with other Production needs or tasks assigned by Management

Qualifications/Skills
Required:

- Must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)

- Must be able to report to work on time and able to work the scheduled/assigned work hours
Preferred:
· Previous experience in the mailing industry
· Forklift and/or Scissor lift certified (or willing to become certified)
· Self-reliance with the capability of working independently or in a team setting
Other:
• Industry Knowledge
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Logical approach to problem solving
• Able to receive instructions or directives
Physical Requirements

- Ability to sit/stand and perform hands-on operational tasks as needed

- Required to occasionally move and/or lift 50 pounds or more
Professional Expectations

- Maintain professional appearance and demeanor that reflects the company’s  commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and respect for others

Core Competencies

- Communication: Clear, effective verbal and written communication

- Organization: Strong time management and prioritization skills

- Work Ethic:  Reliable and cares about the work they perform which typically translates to a higher level of quality

- Approach: Taking a reasonable approach to tasks, to ensure firm understanding, safety and the expected results and efficiency

Working Conditions

- Schedule: 2:00 PM – 10:30PM (Flexibility required)

- Work Environment:  Moderate noise level

- Physical Environment:  Generally favorable working conditions
This is an hourly pay rate position
Requirements
Qualifications/Skills Required:

- Must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)

- Must be able to report to work on time and able to work the scheduled/assigned work hours
Preferred: · Previous experience in the mailing industry· Forklift and/or Scissor lift certified (or willing to become certified)· Self-reliance with the capability of working independently or in a team setting
Other: • Industry Knowledge
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Logical approach to problem solving
• Able to receive instructions or directives
Physical Requirements

- Ability to sit/stand and perform hands-on operational tasks as needed

- Required to occasionally move and/or lift 50 pounds or more