Machine Operator

USA TODAY Co.•Des Moines, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high-quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, supports small and medium-sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions. USA TODAY Co. open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at USA TODAY Co., you should be completing an application on USA TODAY Co. Careers via Dayforce. Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. If you are a California resident, you acknowledge that by applying for a job with us, this California Job Applicant Privacy Notice will apply to our collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information. To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.com Gannett Publishing Services, part of USA Today network, a division of Gannett, Inc. is looking for a motivated individual to join the Packaging Department at our Des Moines production facility. The machine operator works under the direction of the Packaging Supervisor to perform duties as a team member during the packaging and press delivery process.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of personal computer applications, including Windows, MS Excel, Word, Outlook and Web browsers.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
Must be able to bend and pick up and lift bundles in weights of up to 25 pounds.
Must be able to work varied shifts that includes nights and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating material handling equipment, including powered pallet jacks and forklifts.

Responsibilities

Maintaining all department standards for reliability, productivity, quality, and customer service.
Set-up and operation of insert machines, insert hoppers, strapping machines, bottom-wrap machines and stackers.
Stacking bundles of product.
Loading hoppers on a newspaper inserting machine in a production environment.
Performing a variety of other packaging duties as assigned.
Interacting effectively in a diverse work force.
Multitasking and working independently with minimum supervision.
Guiding other team members in the absence of the Packaging Supervisor.