• Mail Room Clerk

    Cognizant (Boston, MA)


    At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client’s facility in **Westwood, Massachusetts.**

     

    As a **Mail Room Clerk** **,** you will make an impact by ensuring timely and accurate handling of all incoming mail. The Mail Room Clerk is essential to the smooth operation of our client’s existing mailroom, ensuring timely and accurate handling of all incoming mail, checks, including sorting, prepping, scanning, and depositing. Operates mailroom equipment and ensures accurate record-keeping and compliance with company policies. Reviews and resolves rejected items, maintains a clean and organized workspace, and follows proper procedures for document destruction.

     

    **Location:** Westwood, Massachusetts

    **Schedule:** Monday through Friday, shifts between 6:30 AM and 6:00 PM EST. Specific shift times may vary based on operational needs, overtime on heavy delivery days may be needed.

     

    Why Join Us? We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to be part of a team that values efficiency and reliability.

    In this role, you will:

    • Receive, open, sort, prep, and scan incoming mail

    • Receive, prep, scan, deposit checks

    • Maintain accurate record keeping

    • Operate mailroom equipment such as slicers, scanners, and copiers

    • Review and act upon mail/checks that are rejected by the business

    • Ensure compliance with company policies and follow rules for destruction

    • Maintain a clean and organized mailroom environment

    Qualifications:

    • High school diploma or equivalent

    • Previous mailroom or administrative experience preferred

    • Strong organizational and time management skills

    • Ability to lift and move packages up to 30 pounds.

    • Basic computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office, email systems)

    • Excellent attention to detail and communication skills

     

    Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

     

    Applicants must be local to Westwood, MA or willing to relocate at their own expense.

     

    **Salary and Other Compensation** :

     

    The hourly rate for this position is between $18.00 – $19.50 per hour, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

     

    This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

     

    **Benefits** : Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

    + Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

    + Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

    + 401(k) plan and contributions

    + Long-term/Short-term Disability

    + Paid Parental Leave

    + Employee Stock Purchase Plan

    **Disclaimer:** The hourly rate, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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    Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.