Pressroom Associate

Job overview

The Pressroom Associate role is an onsite, full-time position in Kent, WA, paying $17.32–$22.25 per hour; new hires currently start at $22.25 per hour. A $0.50-per-hour night differential applies to hours worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM. The Seattle Times produces independent journalism serving the Pacific Northwest. The associate supports efficient press operations by organizing and stacking printed products, preparing the press area, following safety procedures and assisting press operators with production tasks and minor equipment adjustments.

What you'll do

• Follow daily direction from the Press Lead Operator
• empty garbage cans before and after shifts
• review work orders
• verify printed items are configured and organized for delivery
• stack products in alignment on pallets
• follow safety requirements
• report equipment or operating problems
• and make minor equipment repairs and adjustments when needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

pressroom associate

kent wa

the seattle times

full-time

$17.32–$22.25/hr

pressroom

print operations

production

evening shift

night differential

warehouse experience

retention bonus

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical and dental insurance
• employee assistance program
• optional life, AD&D, short-term disability and long-term care insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• vacation accrual
• sick pay
• paid holidays and personal days
• complimentary subscription
• free parking
• wellness program
• fertility coverage for eligible employees
• parental leave options.

Why this role

Changing schedules and some overtime may be needed to meet production deadlines and unanticipated events; typical shifts may run from 4:30 PM to 1:00 AM. The posting offers two $600 retention bonuses after 90 and 180 days of service.

About the employer

The Seattle Times is hiring for this role. Industry: Unclassified (placeholder). Sector: 99.