Senior Mailroom Specialist in Salt Lake City, Utah at Associated Food Stores, Inc

Senior Mailroom Specialist (Corporate Office)

$20.31–$22.55 per hour | Full-Time

Looking for a hands-on leadership role where you stay active, drive locally, and help keep critical materials moving on time? This position builds on core mailroom and shipping functions, with added responsibility for training and guiding other team members while keeping operations organized and deadline-driven.

WHO ARE WE?

Associated Food Stores has been supporting grocery retailers across the Intermountain West for over 85 years. We're a team-focused organization that values our people, supports our communities, and takes pride in the work we do every day.

PAY & BENEFITS

• $20.31–$22.55 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401(k) eligibility after one year
• Vacation and sick pay accrual

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Stable, long-standing company
• Active, hands-on role with variety
• Mix of mailroom operations, shipping/receiving, and local driving
• Works under tight deadlines to support time-sensitive retail materials

PERKS & GROWTH

• 10% grocery discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for advancement
• Daily Pay option

JOB SUMMARY:

The Senior Mailroom Specialist manages the processing of incoming and outgoing company mail and shipments, including payroll, equipment, and marketing materials. This role supports strict deadlines and quality standards for weekly circulars and point-of-sale/sign program materials for member retail stores. The Senior Mailroom Specialist also provides training and guidance to entry-level and working-level team members to ensure consistent processes and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily mailroom operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of incoming/outgoing mail and shipments
• Drive a company delivery van/box truck between the Corporate Office and Farr West Distribution Center to deliver, organize, and stage materials
• Coordinate and track shipments with internal departments to ensure accurate, on-time delivery
• Perform shipping and receiving tasks including weighing, labeling, and selecting shipping methods/cost options
• Train and mentor team members on mailroom processes, safety, and quality standards
• Maintain organization of the mailroom, staging areas, and tracking documentation
• Complete other related duties as assigned to support overall operations

Position Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 2+ years of relevant experience preferred (mailroom, shipping/receiving, warehouse, delivery driving)
• Valid Driver's License required; safe driving record essential
• Forklift and pallet jack certification required
• Strong math skills for weights, counts, and shipping cost comparisons
• Advanced computer skills for route lookups, barcode/label printing, and identifying best shipping options
• Proficiency with scanners, printers, and shipping documentation systems
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize deadlines and maintain accurate tracking
• Experience coordinating shipments/programs involving scheduled or time-sensitive materials preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repeated lifting, bending, twisting, and material handling
• Local travel required using a company vehicle

Associated Food Stores is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.