Newspaper Distribution Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Description

The Detroit Lakes Tribune has been delivering award-winning local news to Detroit Lakes, MN and the surrounding communities since 1872. Its best-in-class journalism earned the publication first place award in sports reporting from the Minnesota Newspaper Association in 2024, as well as other notable mentions. The Detroit Lakes Tribune is part of Forum Communications Company, a 5th-generation family-owned media company with 20+ publications across the Upper Midwest that collectively deliver local news to more than 5 million readers every month. 

Job Summary

The Mailroom Equipment Operator is responsible for the efficient setup, operation, and monitoring of mailroom machinery to ensure accurate preparation, packaging, and distribution of printed materials. This role plays a critical part in maintaining production flow, meeting deadlines, and upholding quality and safety standards in a fast-paced commercial printing environment.

Expected compensation for this role is $18.15 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Forum Communications Company is a family-owned media and technology leader with more than a century of delivering trusted, quality journalism and innovative business solutions. Storytelling is at the heart of who we are, but today, we're so much more than a newspaper. As one of the Upper Midwest's leading media organizations, we're driving the future across print and digital news, sports streaming, technology, broadcasting, commercial printing, and full-service agency advertising.

Forum Communications Company offers the following to all Full-Time and 32-Hour Benefited employees:

• Health, dental, and vision packages
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Additional options for critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Retirement benefits with company match
• Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship.

Essential Functions

• Set up, adjust, and operate mailroom equipment including inserters, stackers, plastic wrap machines, bottom wrappers, and strapping/tiering equipment.
• Ensure accurate inserting, labeling, sorting, and packaging of printed products for distribution.
• Operate inkjet labeling systems to apply addressing and variable data as required.
• Transport printed materials and finished products using powered equipment such as electric pallet jacks.
• Monitor equipment performance and product quality; make adjustments as needed to maintain efficiency and accuracy.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs to minimize downtime.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area in accordance with company housekeeping standards.
• Adhere to all safety policies, including OSHA regulations and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Meet production deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail.
• Maintain prompt and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience in a mailroom, manufacturing, or commercial printing environment is a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn and operate complex machinery.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to navigate machine interfaces and input data.
• Ability to read and interpret job tickets, safety guidelines, operating manuals, and production instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.