About the role
The Seattle Times, the Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper, is looking for a reliable Product Insert Helper to join our Operations team. Commonly called an “Insert Helper” in the print industry, this hands-on role assists with inserting advertising materials, supplements, comics, and other printed materials directly into newspapers. This role requires focused attention throughout repetitive production work and maintaining a steady work pace to support daily newspaper distribution.
This role is well-suited for someone looking to supplement their income while picking up a few weekend shifts.
Schedule: This is a part-time position, requiring approximately 10 hours per week (or more as needed) to cover one or both Saturday shifts. Those include 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and/or 6:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Responsibilities
* Lift bundles of newspapers and bundles of inserts from pallets, conveyors, or other designated areas and move them on the worktable. * Arrange newspapers and inserts at the workstation so materials are readily available for production. * Pick up individual inserts and place them inside the center fold of each newspaper. * Stack completed newspapers into bundles and lift completed bundles and place them onto the conveyor for the next stage of production or distribution. * Keep workstation organized and free of unnecessary materials or obstructions. * Follow established production procedures and work at a pace necessary to maintain the flow of newspapers through the production process. * Follow safety rules and proper lifting and material-handling practices.
Qualifications * At least one year’s experience working in a warehouse or production environment is preferred. Willing to train right individuals. * Reliable and punctual attendance is a requirement for this role. * Ability to understand and follow basic English verbal and written instructions . * Comfortable performing repetitive production tasks accurately and consistently in a warehouse environment. * Able to work independently and as part of a production team. * Committed to ergonomic and safety requirements. * Comfortable standing at a worktable while frequently lifting and carrying products up to 25 pounds. * Able to bend, reach, twist, grasp, and use both hands to handle newspapers, inserts, and bundles.
Compensation: New hires can expect to make $17.76 per hour to start, which is our standard pay rate.
Benefits: * 401(k) savings plan option * Employee assistance program * Access to our corporate wellness program * Complimentary Seattle Times subscription * Paid sick time accrual(.025 hours per hour worked) * Free parking on location * Parental leave options
Please note: This position requires you to join a union and pay ongoing union dues each month. In addition, you will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screen for controlled substances (excludes cannabis) once an offer has been made.