Product Insert Helper

The Seattle Times; Delaware; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan option

Employee assistance program

Access to corporate wellness program

Complimentary Seattle Times subscribe

Paid sick time accrual

Free parking on location

Parental leave options

Job summary

The Seattle Times is seeking a reliable Product Insert Helper to support our Operations team. This part-time position involves inserting advertising materials, supplements, comics, and other printed materials into newspapers with careful, repetitive production work.

The role is well-suited for someone looking to supplement income with weekend shifts. Pay starts at $17.76 per hour, with benefits and union participation. Training may be provided for right individuals.

Qualifications

• At least one year experience in warehouse or production preferred.
• Reliable and punctual attendance required.
• Ability to understand and follow basic English verbal and written instructions.
• Comfortable performing repetitive production tasks in a warehouse setting.
• Able to work independently and as part of a production team.
• Committed to ergonomic and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lift bundles of newspapers and 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliable

Punctual

English comprehension

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Job description

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 around 12 hours per week (or more as needed) for two Saturday shifts. Those include 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 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.

Founded in 1896, The Seattle Times continues its tradition as a family-owned, Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper that cuts through the clutter and provides readers with timely, relevant news. We serve the Pacific Northwest with thoughtful, independent journalism that makes a real difference in our community. And as a media solutions company, we combine cutting-edge digital capabilities and service with the values and integrity of respected traditional media ... with an established audience of 1.9 million. At The Seattle Times, you’ll find work that matters.

If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] and provide a description of the reasonable accommodation(s) needed.