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PURPOSE OF POSITION: To perform all phases of the lettershop tasks, setting up and running all machines, processing purchase orders, mail preparation and handwork, postal paperwork, including, but not limited to, shipping/receiving, delivery processes, and other duties as needed.

Schedule Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm\ ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma (or GED) required.

Valid Drivers License.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook) including, but not limited to email correspondence, scheduling in outlook calendar, Excel worksheets with formulas/calculations, as well as the ability to become proficient in other software packages and programs as required.

Ability to operate, or learn mailing equipment, including MBO folding equipment, inserting equipment, Scitex Inkjet/Stamping machine, general bindery, and stamping machine.

Direct Mail/Shipping/Receiving experience required.

Ability to drive van and box truck to take deliveries to Chicago Post Office, clients and vendors.

Ability to operate loading dock equipment, including pallet jack, lift gate and others as required.

Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Ability to stand for long periods of time, up to the full 8 to 10 hour shift with short breaks.

Ability to use hands to handle or feel objects and use of various tools.

Must be able to work overtime and weekends when required, especially in peak season.

Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Be able to take instruction for daily work and complete amongst production team.

Set up and run Bell & Howell and Mail Crafter Edge inserters, Scitex Inkjet machine, Kirk Rudy and Ameritek tabbers, MBO folder and cutting machines.

Daily work to include some or all of the following: mail preparation, purchase order execution, folding, inkjetting, stamping, inserting (machine or by hand), shipping/receiving, stocking, mail metering,

Safely operate all equipment and follow all work rules, including adherence to dress code guidelines as set forth by Production Manager.

Process paperwork via USPS Business Gateway for mailings.

Communicate with USPS regarding mailings, permits, paperwork, mail trays, etc.

Driver when needed for mail pick up / drop off of mail to/from Chicago Post Office.

Prepare, package and ship outgoing product to vendors and clients via UPS, Messenger and our Mission Press vehicle.

Receive incoming deliveries, verify goods, rectify discrepancies, and distribute.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: sit, stand, use of hands to handle

or feel objects, and use of various tools.