Digitization Technician – Historical Document Preservation Detroit, MI

Ancestry • Detroit, MI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Ancestry®, the global leader in family history, connects everyone with their past so they can discover, preserve, and share their unique family stories. We are seeking a detail-oriented, reliable Archival Digitization Technician to execute a high-volume media scanning and inventory project at our Detroit warehouse location. In this role, you will handle historical photographic assets, barcode and track archive collections, operate high-speed rolling/feeder scanners, and upload digital copies into our inventory system. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in digital asset management, library science, archive maintenance, or logistics.

Requirements

• Prior experience operating rolling/document scanners, barcoding, inventory logging, or data entry is preferred (entry-level candidates with high attention to detail are encouraged to apply).
• Comfortable working with computer systems, database logging tools, and high-volume scanning equipment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain speed and accuracy during repetitive tasks.
• Ability to safely move and handle photo archive boxes (up to 20–30 lbs) within the warehouse setting.
• Excellent attendance and commitment to completing the full contract timeline.

Responsibilities

• Unpack photo collections, assign/affix barcode labels to archive folders and batches, and log incoming/outgoing assets into the inventory tracking database.
• Feed prepped physical media into high-speed rolling photo/document scanners, maintaining a target rate of ~1,000 images per hour.
• Match scanned image files with corresponding barcode numbers and follow established folder directory naming conventions.
• Perform routine spot-checks on digital outputs to ensure scan alignment, resolution, and complete image capture.
• Securely upload batches to designated cloud servers and maintain daily production/scanning logs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed