Job Description:

**The** **mission (**of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It's why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It's why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it's why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it's worth paying for.** **Job Description** **Position Summary** This part time in person position requires night time and weekend availability and is based in our production facility in Queens. The Priority Sub Mailroom insert operator reports to the mailroom foreman on duty. You will be an integral part in the production dept of the NY Times. You will be expected to safely operate insert machinery in compliance with department, safety, OSHA guidelines. You will ensure high quality and efficient production in accordance with the production plan and timeline, through all conditions of startup and shut down for all inserts. **Responsibilities:** + You will place inserts by hand holds of 10 lbs or less into the insert machine by hand holds on the feeder or directly into the hopper. + You will have inserts on a pallet that is height adjusted and able to rotate so that the distance between you, as operator, and the product is 3 feet. + You will also develop the ability to clear product on the occasional jam + You may be asked on occasion to remove pallets which requires bending and lifting + You will learn time management skills, the ability to monitor equipment and be part of the production team for the NY Times + You will stack bundles weighing between 10-30 lbs **Basic Qualifications:** + Able to work in a time sensitive environment to meet production deadlines + Ability to stand for long periods of time + Ability to bend, twist, kneel and squat in a repetitive manner + Ability to lift a minimum of 10lbs by hand + Ability to follow instructions + Ability to work both alone and with others **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience in a production and manufacturing environment is a plus This position is represented by Mailer's Union #6 The rate of base pay for this role is $16.40 per hour. **The New York Times is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, one that reflects the varied global community we serve. Our journalism and the products we build in the service of that journalism greatly benefit from a range of perspectives, which can only come from diversity of all types, across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. Achieving true diversity and inclusion is the right thing to do. It is also the smart thing for our business. So we strongly encourage women, veterans, people with disabilities, people of color and gender nonconforming candidates to apply.** **The New York Times Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. The New York Times Company will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.** **Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email** **reasonable.accommodations@** **.** **Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.** **The Company will further** **consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable "Fair Chance" laws.** **The New York Times Company follows the pay transparency and non-discrimination provisions outlined by the United States Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs. 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