Meter Operator

Description

With locations in North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota, Forum Communications Printing addresses commercial printing and mailing needs with our high-quality print and mail solutions. Services include magazine, catalog, book, and tradeshow printing, brochures, direct mailers, postcards, variable data printing, statements, glossy inserts, annual reports, fulfillment, first class mail pick-up, and print & digital publications. Forum Communications Printing is part of Forum Communications Company, a 5th-generation, family-owned, Upper Midwest media company. 

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the daily operation of mail meter machines, and may assist as a back up driver on routes as needed.

Essential Functions 

METER OPERATOR FUNCTIONS: 

• Daily operation of mail meter machines, including feeding, monitoring, light maintenance, quality control, and computer operation. 
• Safely and efficiently meter mail with the mail metering machines: 

     a. Log each job to an individual customer account. 

     b. Determine the correct amount of postage. 

     c. Accurately affix postage. 

     d. Fan all mail to ensure that all pieces have been metered and sealed correctly. 

     e. Accurately document postage use to correct departments for each account. 

     f. Document any mistakes made so the account manager can accurately correct them. 

• Sweep bins on the OCR - sorting, traying, cleaning, and stocking. 
• Keep current and updated regarding mail and postal regulations and prices, and assisting with implementation of any work activities that correspond with changes. 
• General maintenance and housekeeping of equipment and work space. 
• Ensure that all equipment is in proper working order; if maintenance is required, inform the supervisor of any service requests before the end of shift that day. 
• Flat sorting, strapping, and quality control duties as assigned.  

DRIVER FUNCTIONS: 

• Act as a back up driver on mail routes: 
• Safely operate company vehicles (such as vans or small trucks) for pick-up and delivery of printed materials. 
• Load and unload products, ensuring all items are properly secured to prevent damage in transit. 
• Verify delivery documentation, including packing slips, invoices, and delivery logs, ensuring accuracy before departure.
• Provide professional, courteous customer service when interacting with clients, vendors, and internal staff. 
• Maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of assigned vehicle, reporting any maintenance or repair needs promptly. 
• Follow all company safety policies, traffic laws, and local regulations. 
• Keep current and updated on mail and postal regulations.  
• In the event of an accident involving a company vehicle, employee is required to follow procedure as detailed in FCP Motor Vehicle Safety Program. 
• Communicate delivery status, delays, or issues to the supervisor in a timely manner. 
• Maintain prompt and reliable attendance. 

Non-Essential Duties and Functions

• Performs additional duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows required. 
• Must be focused and dependable. 
• Knowledge of the service/delivery area is beneficial. 
• Must be 18 years of age or older.  
• Must pass a background check and drug screening. 
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is insurable by the company.  
• Must carry an acceptable level of vehicle insurance as required by the company. 

Expected compensation for this role is between $16-$18/hr, based on qualifications and experience.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Forum Communications Company is a family-owned media and technology leader with more than a century of delivering trusted, quality journalism and innovative business solutions. Storytelling is at the heart of who we are, but today, we’re so much more than a newspaper. As one of the Upper Midwest’s leading media organizations, we’re driving the future across print and digital news, sports streaming, technology, broadcasting, commercial printing, and full-service agency advertising.

Forum Communications Company offers the following to all Full-Time and 32-Hour Benefited employees:

• Health, dental, and vision packages
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Additional options for critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Retirement benefits with company match
• Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship.