THIS POSITION IS SET ASIDE FOR PEOPLE WITH DIFFERING ABILITIES. DOCUMENTED PROOF OF DISABILITY IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO INTERVIEW. PROOF OF DISABILITY IS A WRITTEN REPORT SIGNED BY A LICENSED PHYSICIAN, PSYCHIATRIST OR QUALIFIED PSYCHOLOGIST, REFLECTING THE NATURE AND EXTENT OF THE DISABILITY OR DISABILITIES THAT CAUSE SUCH PERSON TO QUALIFY AS A PERSON WITH A SEVERE DISABILITY.

This position is located in Upper Marlboro, MD

The core working hours are 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, M-F

Rate of pay: $17.20

This is a full time position offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

This position requires that the employee must successfully complete criminal history information background check and drug screening and be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

INTRODUCTION

Under the direction of the Project Manager and Assistant Project Manager, the Hand Mail Worker will complete warehouse and fulfillment tasks. Other tasks may be assigned as determined by Project Manager.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Hand Mail Worker completes Federal and commercial work tasks as assigned by the Managers.

These tasks include:

1. Sorting (Sorting recycling into color categories, black and white vs color).*
2. Labeling (affixing adhesive labels to various sizes of envelopes and packages).*
3. Mailing (inserting, sealing, labeling).*
4. Collating and assembling kits.*
5. Folding clothing.*
6. Retrieving and replacing kit inventory for projects to/from staging area as designated by the Warehouse Supervisor.*
7. Conducting quality checks on completed work (counting, completion, accuracy).*
8. Other tasks as determined by Project Manager, based on current contract and/or project requirements.*

*Essential Functions

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

The incumbent is supervised directly by the Project Manager.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to talk, hear, and/or interpret language. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, and climb or balance. The employee is regularly required to sit four to five hours daily, move throughout the building to transport materials, and communicate with coworkers and supervisors. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to thirty pounds.

The work environment is a warehouse facility with inherent echo characteristics. The noise level is generally quiet to minor noise levels, with occasional moderate noise levels.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Individual must be able to follow supervisor instruction and be able to learn new work tasks.

Melwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free workplace. Pre-employment background checks, including E-Verify, are required for all employment positions. Melwood has an Affirmative Action Plan in place.