High Speed Inserting Operator

Pay
Day Shift: $18.75/hr + automatic overtime at $28.13/hr (3.5 hrs OT per full shift)
Night Shift: $19.25/hr + automatic overtime at $28.88/hr (3.5 hrs OT per full shift)

Schedule: 12-hour shifts, paid weekly (every Friday)

About The Role

As a High-Speed Insert Operator, you will set up, operate, and monitor high speed inserting equipment used to assemble and process printed client materials. This role is hands on and fast paced, ideal for candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and experience working with production or manufacturing equipment. You will ensure accurate assembly of printed materials, monitor output quality, troubleshoot minor issues, and maintain safe, efficient operation of your machines. Operators may also assist in preparing mail for USPS acceptance.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate automatic or semi-automatic high speed inserting equipment.
• Read and interpret production orders to complete jobs accurately.
• Assemble printed materials—cutting, folding, bursting, binding, labeling, etc.
• Monitor equipment performance and conduct basic troubleshooting.
• Perform preventative maintenance and authorized minor repairs.
• Ensure output meets quality standards, including color accuracy.
• Support different job sizes and complexity levels as required.
• Work safely and efficiently in a high-volume production environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with inserting equipment or high-speed manufacturing machinery preferred.
• Strong mechanical skills and comfort working in a fast-paced production setting.

Skills & Abilities

• Time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and tasks.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, percentages).
• Ability to interpret technical/training documents.
• Basic PC skills (MS Office, print management systems, etc.).
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to work well with a diverse team.

Benefits

Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Schedule

Background screen and drug test (marijuana not included) required.

Shift Options:

• EWD: Sun–Tue + alternating Wed- 6:00am–6:00pm
• LWD: Wed–Fri + alternating Sat- 6:00am–6:00pm
• EWN: Sun-Wed + alternating Sat- 6:00pm-6:00am
• LWN: Wed-Fri + alternating Sat- 6:00pm-6:00am

Additional X Team shifts may be scheduled with notice.