Production Worker (Mailer)

The Seattle Times; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Seattle Times is seeking a Production Worker to join the Packaging and Assembly team. The role involves collating newspaper bundles and managing quality assurance to meet publication standards. This position offers flexible hours and benefits including medical insurance and 401(k) contributions, with a starting pay of $20.15 per hour.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• At least one year of warehouse or industrial experience preferred.
• Ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds regularly.
• Understanding of safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Insert and collate print products manually or via mechanical insert machines.
• Manage and ensure quality of the bulk print product.
• Bundle products for delivery.

Skills

Basic proficiency in English

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We're now offering retention bonuses for this position! New employees will receive two $600 bonuses, one after 90 days and a second after 180 days of service with the company!

The Seattle Times, the Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper, is looking for a reliable Production Worker to join our Packaging and Assembly team. Often called an Associate Mailer or "Mailer," this role prepares our print product before delivery. You will be responsible for collating newspaper bundles and handling inserts, organizing the bulk print product in mechanical insert machines for daily publication. Quality assurance is a priority to ensure our final product meets standards for our customers.

Schedule: Flexible work hours depending on project and scheduling needs. The average hours are 32 per week.

Compensation: The salary range is $20.15 to $25.40 per hour. New hires typically start at $20.15 per hour.

Responsibilities:

• Insert and collate print products manually or via mechanical insert machines.
• Manage and ensure quality of the bulk print product.
• Bundle products for delivery to customers and businesses.
• Assist the Production team with other packaging and assembly projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Experience: At least one year of warehouse or industrial experience preferred but not required; training available for the right candidate.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic proficiency in English (written and oral) and math skills.
• Ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds regularly.
• Ability to bend, reach, lift, pull repeatedly, and stand/walk continuously.
• Understanding and adherence to safety guidelines.
• Ability to work in a noisy environment.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, employee assistance programs, optional life and disability insurance, 401(k) with employer contribution, paid time off, holidays, and other wellness and parental leave options.

Please Note: This position requires union membership and ongoing dues, and a pre-employment drug screening (excluding cannabis) is required after an offer is made.

Founded in 1896, The Seattle Times continues its tradition as a family-owned, Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper providing timely, relevant news. We serve the Pacific Northwest with independent journalism, combining digital innovation with traditional media values, reaching an audience of 1.9 million. Join us and work on something that truly matters.

If you need assistance due to a disability, contact Human Resources at [e-mail] with your accommodation request.

Additional questions include eligibility to work, willingness to join a union, and ability to pass a drug screen, among others. Responses to optional demographic questions are voluntary and for compliance purposes only.