What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mail Sorters position at Freedom Graphics?
Freedom, a national Direct Mail Company, is one of the largest, independently owned, privately held, direct mail marketing providers in the United States. Why Freedom? Because we are a leader in the direct mail space, investing in technology and resources to facilitate innovative ideas, and we’re looking to add Mail Sorters in our Naperville location for 3rd shift.
A Mail Sorter collects the printed material at the finishing end of the equipment, jogs the material and puts it into mail trays while keeping an eye on quality and separating trays according to instructions. Assists the Press Operator in maintaining the quality and maximum production of printed material in a profitable manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Collect printed products at the finishing end of the equipment, jog the product flat on all sides and insert into mail trays. Separate trays according to instructions to ensure a smooth product flow through other departments and processes
- Assists the Press Operator in the process of setting up and running of individual jobs. Theses duties include but are not limited to hanging rolls, filling ink fountains, emptying punch bags, keeping area clean, etc. Anything job related that will help the press operator setup and run a job while keeping the equipment and work area maintained
- Communicates essential information, potential problems, quality issues, and other information pertinent to the job at shift change. Fill out skid tags, and other daily paperwork where applicable
- Works in a safe manner. Follows all required safety procedures such as, but not limited to, wearing required PPE and observing safety procedures specific to chemical hazards
- Keeps work area and equipment clean and free from debris at all times
- Works overtime when the production schedule dictates
Qualifications
- Must have a good understanding of sequential numbering and be able to follow reports for tray breaks and skid breaks
- Must be dependable in their punctuality and attendance
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Basic math skills (knowledge of calculator and ruler)
- Must be mechanically inclined, willing and capable to learn the functions of the press
- Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
- Must be able to lift up to 25-50 lbs. and is constantly standing or walking
This full-time position includes the following benefits:
- Medical coverage
- Dental and Vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401k savings plan with company match
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays