Job Description
Tasks performed :
Place wastepaper in trash cart
Transport trash cart to compactor; dump trash cart in to compactor
Operate compactor
Some workers load skids of paper into trailers utilizing a forklift
Sweep pressroom and reel room floors
Sweep decks as needed
Scrub and mop pressroom and reel room floors
Dump and scrape 3.5 gallon buckets; place in bucket washer
Wash presses and walls to height within reach on a daily basis
Clean railings as needed
Clean around quiet room as needed
Pick up rags from rag cans and floors of the pressroom, reel room, quiet room, machine shop, locker room and decks. Place in drums and transport to loading dock, utilizing a hand truck.
Task performed twice per day.
Fill buckets with blanket wash and place on cart for each press (occasionally)
With assistance of co-worker, place 55 gallon drum of cleaning solvent on dolly, as needed
Use Putty knife to scrape the floor of the press unit arch; mop floor. Task performed once every two weeks
Operate the automated guided vehicle (AGV) to supply newsprint to presses during production runs
If press is not supplied with paper by the AGV, pushing to dollies weighing up to one ton (with assistance) is required
Physically moving partial rolls of newsprint which are on the floor
Removing cores (five to 25 pounds from press)
Handling bundles of newsprint (50 to 90 pounds)
Compensation and Benefits
Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey :
Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
Nine paid holidays and two personal days
20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
Robust mental health resources
Backup care and caregiver concierge services
Gender affirming services
Pet insurance
Free Post digital subscription
Leadership and career development programs
Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.
The salary range for this position is :
32,000.00 - 48,000.00 USD Annual
The actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.
This position may be eligible for a bonus or incentive program, and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will discuss bonus payment terms and conditions during the interview process.
The Post strives to provide its readers with high-quality, trustworthy news and information while constantly innovating.
That mission is best served by a diverse, multi-generational workforce with varied life experiences and perspectives. All cultures and backgrounds are welcomed.
The innovation doesn’t end in the Newsroom dozens of teams power The Washington Post . We are now hiring the next innovator how will you Impact Tomorrow ?
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