My first unemployment payment still has not arrived - first time posting

I was laid off as a quality inspector and filed right away, and I have been certifying every week. There are 9 people counting on me, so I am trying to be careful. I called the state line four times and only reached a recording. Is there a step I could have missed?

Mine took about 12 weeks because of an identity check I did not notice. Look for a message or a letter you may have missed in your online account.