Machine Operator

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Gannett Publishing Services, part of USA Today network, a division of Gannett, Inc. is looking for a motivated individual to join the Packaging Department at our Des Moines production facility. The machine operator works under the direction of the Packaging Supervisor to perform duties as a team member during the packaging and press delivery process.

• Maintain all department standards for reliability, productivity, quality, and customer service.
• Set‑up and operation of insert machines, insert hoppers, strapping machines, bottom‑wrap machines and stackers.
• Stack bundles of product, load hoppers on a newspaper inserting machine in a production environment and perform a variety of other packaging duties as assigned.
• Interact effectively in a diverse workforce, effectively multitask, and work independently with minimum supervision and guide other team members in the absence of the Packaging Supervisor.

• Basic knowledge of personal computer applications, including Windows, MS Excel, Word, Outlook and Web browsers.
• Experience operating material handling equipment, including powered pallet jacks and forklifts is a plus.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, bend and pick up and lift bundles in weights of up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work varied shifts that includes nights and weekends.

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