First American Bank was founded in Chicago, and over the years has expanded throughout Wisconsin and Florida. As the largest privately held bank in Illinois, we now have over 60 locations and assets of $5+ billion. We are a community bank at heart with international expertise, traditional values, and a forward-looking philosophy. Our employees have the experience and vision to meet the needs of savers, borrowers, and businesses in the 21st century. First American Bank can offer employees a level of visibility, career growth, and stability that is difficult to find in many larger corporations.

This hourly (non-exempt) position is responsible for handling multiple functions within the operations area and the mailroom.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Process marketing materials as required - print, cut, mail.
• Responsible for meeting mailing deadline requirements for various mail pieces.
• Maintain adequate supplies for the mailroom.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail.
• Pick up mail from post office.
• File/store documents and checks as required.
• Manage special courier services for mailroom and branches on holidays.
• Order supplies as necessary for the mailroom and other business units.
• Run and perform basic maintenance functions for several pieces of machinery.
• Sort incoming mail from the post office and process deposits, HSA payments and loan payments.
• Complete verifications of deposits.
• Scan documents that are delivered via postal service into our document retention repository.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year experience working in a mailroom setting.
• Must be able to process work with a very high degree of accuracy.
• Must have good mathematical skills and knowledge.
• Must know how to read standard measurements such as millimeters and centimeters.
• Excellent problem solving skills. Good communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 products and applications, including the ability to effectively prepare or review documents, procedures, and reports.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new systems and applications, as well as the ability to understand, adapt and adjust responsibilities/workflows as a result of system upgrades. .
• A strong desire to learn new technologies and work in a team environment.
• Must have access to a personal vehicle during the workday to make daily trips to local post office as business dictates.
• Typical schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours may be required depending upon business need.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 20 - 60 pounds regularly (over 50% of the time).