Mail Sorter Operator (Night Shift)

Sorter Operator

Summary Process mail by priority, based on contractual mail date, and finalize mailings for United States Postal Service (USPS) acceptance. Input sort schemes to the sorter system to obtain the best possible postage rates allowed. Sorter operators follow strict guidelines to enforce a HIPAA compliant operation, ensuring mail is sealed, undamaged, and adheres to standard safety practices in operating equipment. Mail procedures require the adherence to the USPS regulations governing mail and adherence to federal privacy regulations.

Location: This position is full-time (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday in a warehouse environment. You will work an 8-hour shift 12:30AM 9:00AM. It may be necessary, given the business need to work occasional overtime. You may be required to travel between buildings. This role is located onsite at 1816 Willowby Street, Columbia, SC 29223 and provides warehouse type environment.

What You'll Do:

• Operate high speed sorting equipment under the direction of a supervisor of production coordinator to meet the department's daily service goals for automated outgoing mail. Estimate completion time and report anticipated delays to management team with sufficient time to adjust and meet required postal service acceptance deadlines.
• Set up equipment to meet advanced mail processing requirements for outgoing mail by utilizing the equipment's control computer console to input sort schemes and bin assignments. Make all necessary mechanical adjustments required for timely completion of 1st and 2nd pass processing.
• Execute continuous quality checks of sorted mail and examine bin-to-tray tags throughout the process. Troubleshoot equipment problems and perform operator adjustments necessary to meet USPS automation requirements. Execute timely escalation of equipment problems when necessary.
• Ensure smooth operation of the equipment by completing the required daily maintenance of the machine and conduct periodic tests and verifications of barcodes throughout the shift to ensure full acceptance by the USPS.
• Print, validate, and transmit all USPS required documentation for each mailing.
• Work closely with production coordinator and supervisor to provide best practices on barcode sorting operational fulfillment knowledge in the implementation of new lines of business and other software tools used in the department. Recommend procedures and improvements to the process.

To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need the Following:

• Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Required Work Experience: 2-years' experience working in a business or government agency
• Required Skills and Abilities: Coordinates delivery and receiving, production schedules. Maintains mail equipment and manages inventories, in addition to operating mail equipment.
• Required Licenses and Certificates: Pitney Bowes Operator Certified within 90 days of hire.
• Skills and Abilities:
  • Coordinates delivery and receiving
  • Coordinates production schedules
  • Maintains mail equipment
  • Manages inventories
  • Operates mail equipment

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes The Following:

We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.

Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

401k retirement savings plan with company match

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

Education Assistance

Service Recognition

National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email mycareer.help@bcbssc.com or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.