Lettershop Machine Operator

The purpose of the Lettershop Machine Operator is to operate mail inserter machines, bindery equipment, packaging and general mail and packaging tasks in the Lettershop Services Department.

·        Learn all standard quality procedures and standard operating procedures as established by the company

·        Setup and operate various automated mail inserting equipment such as Pitney Bowes FPS, Pitney Bowes Rival, Pitney Bowes Relay, Bell+Howell Forerunner, Bell+Howell MS500, Bell+Howell Enduro inserters

·        Manual assembly or bindery (hand gathering, inserting, packaging, etc).

·        Occasionally operate various bindery equipment such as guillotine, shrink-wrapper, tie machine, saddle stitcher, perfect binder, gluer/padder, etc.

·        Cleans work areas and contributes to the general upkeep of the production area.

·        Follow and comply with all company Health & Safety policies and work rules and regulations; PPE (safety shoes, high-vis clothing, etc) are mandatory when accessing the production area.

·        Maintain and contribute to departmental housekeeping standards.

·        Performs other duties as required or assigned by Supervisor or Managers

·        Experience in setting up and operating Stahl B26 (or similar folding equipment) is a definite asset.

·        Communicates job related information and expresses ideas clearly both verbally and in writing.

·        Basic math skills, computer knowledge and experience.

·        Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

·        Complete work orders and assigned tasks in accordance with set deadlines.

·        Industry knowledge:

            o   Learn and maintain understanding of Canada Post/USPS rules and regulations

            o   Learn current trends within the printing and mailing industry.

·        Ability to read and write English proficiently.

·        Possession of fork lift license a definite asset.

·        Willingness to work individually or in a group.

·        Attention to detail.