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FT Inserter-$1,500 Hiring bonus

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$16.50 - $18.75/hr

FT Inserter-$1,500 Hiring bonus The Rapid City Journal is seeking a dependable full-time packaging ... newspapers and rapidly expanding digital products serving 114 markets across 25 states. Our core ...

leeenterprises

FT Inserter-$1,500 Hiring bonus

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$16.50 - $18.75/hr

FT Inserter-$1,500 Hiring bonus The Rapid City Journal is seeking a dependable full-time packaging ... newspapers and rapidly expanding digital products serving 114 markets across 25 states. Our core ...

leeenterprises

PT Inserter-$1,500 Hiring Bonus

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$16.50 - $18.75/hr

PT Inserter-$1,500 Hiring Bonus The Rapid City Journal is seeking a dependable part-time packaging ... newspapers and rapidly expanding digital products serving 114 markets across 25 states. Our core ...

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Packaging Supervisor

Bend, TX · On-site

... inserting newspapers. This key position as a working supervisor will assist and provide leadership to the employees who perform these functions in a regional printing facility, responsible for ...

leeenterprises

Packaging Supervisor

Bend, TX

... inserting newspapers. This key position as a working supervisor will assist and provide leadership to the employees who perform these functions in a regional printing facility, responsible for ...

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Packaging Supervisor

Bryan, TX · On-site

... inserting newspapers. This key position as a working supervisor will assist and provide leadership to the employees who perform these functions in a regional printing facility, responsible for ...

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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for newspaper inserter in the United States is $12.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $9.86 and $12.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a newspaper inserter?

A Newspaper Inserter is responsible for placing advertising inserts into newspapers before they are distributed. This job is typically done in a production or warehouse setting, often as part of a team. Inserters may also stack, bundle, or prepare newspapers for delivery. The position usually involves repetitive tasks and standing for long periods. It is a common entry-level role in newspaper printing and distribution.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a newspaper inserter?

To thrive as a Newspaper Inserter, you need strong manual dexterity, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, repetitive environment; a high school diploma or equivalent is typically sufficient. Familiarity with newspaper inserting machines and conveyor belt systems is helpful, though most employers provide on-the-job training rather than requiring certifications. Reliability, teamwork, and a solid work ethic help individuals excel, especially when meeting tight production deadlines. These attributes ensure smooth production flow, minimize errors, and support timely distribution of newspapers.

What does a newspaper inserter do?

A typical shift for a Newspaper Inserter often involves working during evenings or overnight hours in a production facility, matching the printing and distribution schedules of local or regional newspapers. Your main responsibilities will include manually or mechanically inserting pre-printed advertisements or supplements into newspapers, stacking and bundling finished products, and assisting with basic machine operation and troubleshooting if needed. The work is team-oriented and requires standing for long periods, as well as close coordination with machine operators and supervisors to ensure timely and accurate production. Staying organized and maintaining quality control are essential to keep the workflow smooth and meet delivery targets each day.

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PT Inserter-$1,500 Hiring Bonus

leeenterprises

Rapid City, SD

$16.50 - $18.75/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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PT Inserter-$1,500 Hiring Bonus

The Rapid City Journal is seeking a dependable part-time packaging inserter to join the team due to expansion of the products we print. This position works M, W, and F from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and Saturday from 6:00 AM to Noon.

Duties include: 

  • operating inserting machine
  • feeding pre-prints into insert machine hoppers
  • verifying counts of papers
  • labeling and topping of bundles
  • bundling and shipping papers and pre-prints
  • operate a hydraulic pallet jack and powered strapping equipment
  • clean the work area as needed
  • other duties as assigned including janitorial duties

The successful candidate will be at least 18 years of age, demonstrate a positive attendance record, and have the ability to work rotating evenings, nights, and weekends.  

Why Join Us?

Lee Enterprises offers competitive wages in a dynamic, interesting work environment with career growth opportunities.  We offer an extensive benefit program that can be personalized to your needs. Our benefit program includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, company provided life insurance and supplemental life insurance. In addition, we offer a 401K retirement plan with company match.  We also offer generous paid time off to allow flexibility to balance personal life and work.  This includes paid parental leave for new parents.

Lee Enterprises is a leading provider of local news and information and a major subscription and advertising platform, with daily and weekly newspapers and rapidly expanding digital products serving 114 markets across 25 states. Our core commitment is to provide valuable, intensely local news and information to the communities we serve.

Lee Enterprises is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We respect and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

For more information about Lee, check us out at www.lee.net.

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