Product Insert Helper

seattletimes; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan option

Employee assistance program

Wellness program access

Complimentary Seattle Times订scription

Paid sick time accrual

Free parking on location

Parental leave options

Job summary

The Seattle Times is seeking a part-time warehouse associate to cover Saturday shifts and other production tasks in Kent, WA.

You will lift bundles up to 25 pounds, arrange items for efficient production, and maintain a clean, safe workstation while following established procedures. Union membership is required and a pre-employment drug screen will be conducted after an offer.

Qualifications

• At least one year’s experience in a warehouse or production environment is preferred; training available for right candidates.
• Reliability and punctual attendance are required.
• Ability to understand basic English verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Lift bundles of newspapers and inserts and move them to the worktable.
• Arrange newspapers and inserts for easy production access.
• Place inserts inside the center fold of each newspaper.
• Stack completed newspapers into bundles and load onto conveyor for next stage.
• Keep workstation organized and free of obstructions.
• Follow production procedures and maintain flow of newspapers through production.
• Follow safety rules and proper lifting practices.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Punctuality

English comprehension

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Job description

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.

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.