Production Warehouse Worker - Mailroom Days
KNOXVILLE, TNPosted 21 days ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Statesman Journal / Gannett
Job overview
The Production Warehouse Worker role at Gannett involves supporting newspaper production by packaging, inserting, and distributing supplements, ensuring proper bundle handling, and maintaining equipment, contributing to efficient newspaper delivery.
Responsibilities and impact
The worker will package and insert supplements for newspapers, wrap and tie bundles for transportation, record waste and salvage, check bundle counts, and maintain equipment and cleanliness daily.
Compensation and benefits
The position pays $13.00 per hour for day shifts and offers benefits including a 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, and voluntary benefits.
Experience and skills
Applicants need a GED or high school diploma, good verbal communication skills, and the ability to lift newspaper bundles up to 25 pounds repeatedly.
Work environment and culture
Gannett emphasizes diversity, equal opportunity, and provides accommodations for disabilities and religious practices, fostering an inclusive work environment.
Company information
Gannett Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with national and local reach, owning USA TODAY NETWORK and other media brands, focusing on media, digital marketing, and community engagement.
Job location and travel
The job is located in Knoxville, TN, with shifts primarily from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., including weekend opportunities.
Application process
Applicants should apply through Gannett Careers via Dayforce and may contact the Recruitment Department for accommodations.
Unique job features
This part-time role is suitable for college students and others seeking additional weekend income, with multiple shifts available.
Company overview
Statesman Journal is a daily newspaper based in Salem, Oregon, and is part of Gannett Co., Inc., a leading media and marketing company. Gannett operates a vast network of local and national publications, including USA Today, and generates revenue through advertising, subscriptions, and digital marketing services. Statesman Journal focuses on delivering local news, politics, and community stories while benefiting from Gannett’s digital innovation and nationwide reach. Founded in 1851, it holds historical significance as one of Oregon’s oldest newspapers. Candidates should note Gannett’s emphasis on digital transformation and its commitment to local journalism.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight physical stamina and experience handling repetitive tasks, emphasizing your ability to lift up to 25 pounds consistently as required for the Production Warehouse Worker role at Statesman Journal / Gannett.
Showcase your attention to detail and accuracy by emphasizing skills related to counting, packaging, and quality control, which align with responsibilities like checking bundle counts and recording waste and salvage reports.
Apply through multiple platforms including the official Gannett Careers site via Dayforce, as well as LinkedIn and other external job boards where Gannett listings appear, to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current employees in the Gannett Publishing Services or mailroom division on LinkedIn to inquire about the workplace culture and role expectations; use ice breakers such as asking about their experience working weekend shifts or how they manage the physical demands of the job.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'package,' 'insert,' 'distribute,' 'counting accuracy,' 'equipment maintenance,' and 'physical stamina' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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