Lettershop Assistant

Description

The lettershop assistant performs manual and small machine operator tasks related to the mailing operations in the Lettershop department.  Follows departmental regulations and procedures to process customer jobs through the Department on a timely basis and within specified quality standards. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Assists inserter and inkjet operator’s set-up, fill machine, run the machine, ensure job quality, follow postal sorts and do mail sorts. 
• Reads and understand the job ticket, layout sheet, artwork and other specifications before beginning the assigned job with the Machine Operator. Asks any questions or reports any problems regarding the assigned job. 
• Sets up, operates, adjusts, trouble shoots and maintains at least one piece of equipment which makes up part of the various mailing and finishing operations in a full-service mailing department. 
• Cleans up and keeps work area neat and orderly. 
• Maintains quality control at a level that meets or exceeds the demands of the individual jobs. 
• Participates in and/or supports any formal quality programs such as Statistical Process Control (SPC) or Total Quality Management (TQM), as requested. 
• All other duties as assigned 

Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  In keeping with Mittera’s philosophy that each individual should be encouraged to reach his or her full potential, and in compliance with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations or modifications will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  Hours may vary depending on departmental staffing needs. 

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) 
• 1 - 3 years of previous manufacturing/office experience preferred 
• Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos 
• Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization 
• Ability to use basic math skills to solve practical problems 
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form 
• Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines 

Physical Requirements 

• Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling, and bending 
• Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs 
• Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity, and coordination 
• Requires near visual acuity 
• Requires working around and operating departmental equipment 
• Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility 
• Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances 

Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera’s full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers’ brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and AD&D Policies
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Veteran Time Off
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance
• Parental Leave
• Advancement Opportunities

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.