Mailroom and Copy Center Specialist - Part Time

URM Stores, Inc. is a leading food distributor in the Inland Northwest, operating as a retailer-owned cooperative since 1921. We support independent grocers by handling purchasing, warehousing, and delivery of top-quality merchandise.

About the role

We are seeking a professional and knowledgeable Mailroom and Copy Center Specialist to join our team. This role involves operating commercial copying equipment and offset duplicating machines to produce high-volume printed materials, as well as managing incoming and outgoing mail and packages for the company.

Responsibilities

• Collect, deliver, process, and sort incoming/outgoing mail via USPS, FedEx, UPS, and inner office systems, including large volumes of packages.
• Operate and maintain commercial copiers and printers to fulfill the printing needs of the company and its member grocery stores.
• Maintain print production job logs for internal and external billing purposes.
• Manage inventory of copier/printer paper, envelopes, and printing supplies.
• Serve as a backup for other mailroom staff during scheduled vacations or as needed.
• Act as a backup courier to pick up and deliver mail and packages (requires a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record).
• Sort incoming mail for internal distribution and prepare outgoing mail using a postage machine.
• Sort store mail for weekly deliveries.
• Adhere to strict deadlines and quality control standards to support on-time shipping of weekly advertising circulars and point-of-sale materials for retail stores.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of commercial printers, collators, inserters, and folding machines, including daily and routine upkeep (equipment is vendor-maintained).
• Understanding of postal regulations, including bulk mailing requirements and postage rates.
• Knowledge of mailroom processes, procedures, and equipment (e.g., envelope slicer, postage machine, paper cutter).
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and manage time effectively to prioritize daily tasks.
• Strong coordination and communication skills to work with multiple departments.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs frequently, with occasional lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Schedule

Part-time, approximately 27 hours per week. Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., including a 30-minute lunch and two paid 15-minute breaks. Training schedule may differ and will be outlined during the interview.

Pay

Starting salary of $19/hour.

Benefits

• 401k Retirement Plan with a company match up to 9% of annual salary.
• Paid sick days.
• Company-sponsored activities and events (e.g., URM March Madness Brackets, Family Hockey Night, Holiday Mingle & Jingle, Summer Evening Wine & Music Event, Winter Break Movie Night).
• Corporate discounts on gym memberships, cell phone plans, and computer purchases.
• Employee discount program at company-owned grocery stores.