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Operator, Mail Sorter M-F 12:30am-9am

Summary

Position Purpose:
In the role as a Mail Sorter Operator, the ideal candidate will work in a fast-paced environment and be responsible for processing mail by priority, based on contractual mail date, and finalize mailings for United States Postal Service (USPS) acceptance. One will also 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. **

Description

Mail Sorter Operator

Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we’ve been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!

Logistics:

This position is full-time (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday NIGHT SHIFT 1230AM-930AM reporting onsite to 1816 Willowby Street, Columbia, SC 29223 in a warehouse environment with a 12% shift differential from 1230am-6am. You will work an 8-hour shift. It may be necessary, given the business need to work occasional overtime. You may be required to travel between buildings.

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:

2 years experience working in a business or a government agency
High School Diploma or equivalent
Obtain Pitney Bowes Sorter Operator certification within 90 days of hire
Ability to coordinate delivery and receiving
Ability to coordinate production schedules
Ability to maintain mail equipment
Ability to manage inventories
Ability to operate mail equipment

What We can Do for You:

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
Wellness program and healthy lifestyle premium discount
Tuition assistance
Service recognition
Employee Assistance
Discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure your meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. If the qualifications require proof of semester hours, please attach your transcript to your application. Management will be conducting interviews with the most qualified candidates, with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.

We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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 minorities, females, disabled individuals and 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.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail abilities@bcbssc.com or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 43172 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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Blue Cross Blue Shield Association is a national federation of 36 independent, community-based and locally operated Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies that collectively provide healthcare coverage for more than 106 million members – one-in-three...

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1001-5000

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Hybrid, based in Chicago, IL

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