Production Worker - Production - Packaging

Lee Enterprises Inc   Buffalo, NY   Full-time     Manufacturing / Production / Operations
Posted on May 8, 2023
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Part-Time Mailroom Helper

The Buffalo News is hiring several part-time Mailroom Helpers to join our team! This opportunity is perfect for those looking for a 2 nd job, or to supplement their income!

Mailroom workers have a hands-on role in the production of the newspaper and getting it into the hands of our readers! We're looking for individuals who possess a positive attitude, great work ethic and thrive working in a team-based setting!

For this part-time, on-call position, applicants must be available to work a variety of shifts which may include overnight, weekend and holiday shifts , based upon shift assignments and workload.

Candidates are responsible for working on the production line and performing various tasks to ensure all newspapers and inserts are stacked and produced in a timely, orderly manner. Applicants should be able to perform in a fast-paced, warehouse environment. Physical requirements include bending, reaching, and lifting up to 40 lbs. without assistance and standing for a full shift, up to 8 hours.

Mailroom helpers receive a competitive wage of $15.30/hour, potential for a sign on bonus, contributions to a 401K retirement plan, free employee parking in the heart of Canalside, and access to an extensive Employee Assistance Program.

Applicants must successfully complete a post-offer background check, physical and drug screen.

The Buffalo News is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer

Why Join Us?

Lee Enterprises offers competitive wages in a dynamic, interesting work environment with career growth opportunities. We offer an extensive benefit program that can be personalized to your needs. Our benefit program includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, company provided life insurance and supplemental life insurance. In addition, we offer a 401K retirement plan with company match. We also offer generous paid time off to allow the flexibility to balance personal life and work. This includes paid parental leave for new parents.

Lee Enterprises is a leading provider of high-quality local news, with 77 daily newspapers in 26 states that have print, digital and e-replica versions. Lee's newspapers have a combined circulation of more than 1.2 million daily. Our digital sites attract more than 44 million unique visits monthly. We also have a rapidly growing roster of digital products for consumers, and are committed to aggressive digital growth.

Lee Enterprises is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting and retaining a workforce whose diversity reflects the communities we serve. Lee embraces change, and we recognize that we must create and maintain a culture of fervent inclusion. For more information about Lee, check us out at www.lee.net .

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply.