Position Overview :
The Mail Shop Associate is responsible for operating mail-handling equipment to seal, stamp, and affix postage to outgoing mail. Duties include sorting, traying, tagging, and strapping according to work orders and USPS specifications. The associate also loads stamp rolls onto postage affixing equipment and drives the company box truck to the post office or to make deliveries as needed. Additionally, the Mail Shop Associate ensures that equipment and workstations remain clean and organized while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor under pressure.
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following. Other duties or projects may be assigned to meet business needs.
Affix postage to mail packages following Mail Shop work order instructions, ensuring accuracy and consistent quality.
Seal envelopes and apply inkjet postmarks to envelopes as instructed on Mail Shop work orders, maintaining quality standards.
Load stamp rolls onto postage affixing equipment as needed.
Prepare presorted mailings by sorting, tagging, traying, strapping, palletizing, and wrapping for USPS delivery in compliance with postal regulations.
Drive the company box truck to the post office and other local destinations for mail or material delivery, as needed.
Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly preventive maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Work-related experience is a plus.
Ability to read and write in English, accurately interpret job instructions, and verify matching codes.
Knowledge of postal regulations, mail sorting, and postage classifications are a plus.
Valid drivers license and ability to safely operate a company vehicle.
Strong interpersonal skills, with a positive attitude and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
Proactive and accountable, demonstrating a strong sense of urgency in responsibilities.
Problem solving, follow-up, time management, and organizational skills are a must.
Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions :
Required regularly to stand, sit, talk, walk, carry, speak / articulate, and hear and lift up to 50 lbs.; occasionally this position requires stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
Ability to stand for an 8-hour shift may be required on a limited basis.
This position may require the employee / applicant to drive a motor vehicle and travel on a limited basis.
Frequent use of eye-hand coordination required.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Monday - Friday from 8 : 30 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m.
Compensation details : 17-18 Hourly Wage
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Shop Associate • Louisville, KY, US