Warehouse Worker/Mailroom Inserter
1 month ago• Des Moines, IA
Warehouse Worker/Mailroom Inserter - Part-Time
USA TODAY | Des Moines, IA
Pay: $18.00 per hour
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus
30+ Hours Per Week
USA TODAY is hiring Part-Time Mailroom Inserters for our production facility in Des Moines, IA. We have immediate openings for dependable, safety-focused individuals who are ready to work in a fast-paced production environment.
Our operation runs seven days a week, and scheduled start times may vary based on production needs. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for consistent part-time hours with the potential to work 30+ hours per week.
What You'll Do
- Feed preprinted materials into inserting machine hoppers accurately and efficiently.
- Monitor inserting equipment to help prevent double inserts, skips, and other production errors.
- Ensure newspaper products contain the correct inserts and meet quality standards.
- Remove completed bundles weighing approximately 10-50 pounds and stack them for the next stage of production and delivery.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area by removing paper, skids, and production debris.
- Follow established safety procedures while working around forklifts, pallet jacks, inserting machines, and other production equipment.
- Assist with other production assignments as needed.
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What We're Looking For
- High school diploma or GED.
- Dependable attendance and the ability to work a flexible schedule.
- Strong safety awareness.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
- Good problem-solving skills and the ability to monitor production equipment.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to regularly lift, move, and stack newspaper products weighing 10-50 pounds or more.
- Ability to adjust to changing work assignments and production needs on short notice.
- Ability to work safely around moving equipment and machinery.
Schedule
- Part-time
- 30+ hours per week
- 8-hour shifts may be available based on production needs.
- Start times vary by workday.
- Must be available to work a flexible schedule within a seven-day production operation.
Benefits
- $1,000 Sign-On Bonus
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, dental & vision benefits may be available.
Ready to Get Started?
If you're dependable, safety-minded, and comfortable working in a hands-on production environment, we encourage you to apply today.
Join USA TODAY in Des Moines and become part of the team that keeps our production operation moving.
Client-provided location(s): Des Moines, IA
Job ID: utn-91739
Employment Type: PART_TIME
Posted: 2026-09-19T22:37:05
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- HSA
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- Financial Counseling
- 401(K)
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
Professional Development
- Internship Program
- Leadership Training Program
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
Diversity and Inclusion
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program