A Mail Processor is responsible for sorting, scanning, and delivering incoming and outgoing mail at a postal facility or distribution center. They ensure that mail is accurately routed to the correct destinations and follow postal guidelines for handling packages, letters, and other mail items. Mail Processors play a key role in maintaining the efficiency and speed of mail services, often working with machinery to expedite sorting tasks.
Responsibilities:
- Sort and organize incoming and outgoing mail for accurate delivery.
- Operate machinery such as mail sorting machines, scanners, and conveyors to process large volumes of mail.
- Inspect mail for damage, incorrect addresses, or prohibited items.
- Prepare mail for dispatch, bundling letters, and packages by destination.
- Label and route mail to different departments or areas for further processing.
- Load and unload mail from trucks or other delivery vehicles.
- Follow postal regulations for handling fragile, perishable, or hazardous materials.
- Ensure all outgoing mail meets the required standards for weight, postage, and packaging.
- Maintain clean and organized workstations and comply with safety regulations.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and handle physical tasks such as lifting and moving packages.
- Strong attention to detail for sorting and scanning mail accurately.
- Basic computer skills to operate scanning equipment and tracking systems.
- Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet processing deadlines.
- Previous experience in mail handling or processing is a plus but not required.
Work Environment:
- Work in postal facilities or distribution centers.
- May involve working overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays.
- Physical tasks such as standing, bending, and lifting are common.
- Fast-paced environment, especially during peak mailing seasons.