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gannett

Inserter III

Canton, OH · On-site

$15.75 - $17.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Our Newspaper packaging facility operates 365 days a year. workweek, we are seeking dependable candidates to work 40 hours per week. Starting times vary depending on the workday and shift. Benefits ...

gannett

Inserter III

Canton, OH · On-site

$15.75 - $17.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Our Newspaper packaging facility operates 365 days a year. workweek, we are seeking dependable candidates to work 40 hours per week. Starting times vary depending on the workday and shift. Benefits ...

gannett

Inserter III

Canton, OH · On-site

$15.75 - $17.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Our Newspaper packaging facility operates 365 days a year. workweek, we are seeking dependable candidates to work 40 hours per week. Starting times vary depending on the workday and shift. Benefits ...

gannett

Inserter III

Canton, OH

$15.75 - $17.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Our Newspaper packaging facility operates 365 days a year. workweek, we are seeking dependable candidates to work 40 hours per week. Starting times vary depending on the workday and shift. Benefits ...

Lee Enterprises

Packaging Supervisor

Bryan, TX · On-site

PACKAGING SUPERVISOR The Bryan Eagle, a Lee Enterprises, Inc. paper is seeking a Full-Time Hands-on ... and inserting newspapers. This key position as a working supervisor will assist and provide ...

leeenterprises

Packaging Supervisor

Bend, TX

PACKAGING SUPERVISOR The Bryan Eagle, a Lee Enterprises, Inc. paper is seeking a Full-Time Hands-on ... and inserting newspapers. This key position as a working supervisor will assist and provide ...

leeenterprises

Packaging Supervisor

Bend, TX · On-site

PACKAGING SUPERVISOR The Bryan Eagle, a Lee Enterprises, Inc. paper is seeking a Full-Time Hands-on ... and inserting newspapers. This key position as a working supervisor will assist and provide ...

Hagadone Media Group

Packaging Operator

Coeur D Alene, ID · On-site

$19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Hagadone Media Group is looking for a dependable, energetic Mailroom / Package Operator to help bring our newspapers and commercial print products to life. You'll be the final step in the production ...

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How much do newspaper packaging jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for newspaper packaging in the United States is $14.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $7.21 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is newspaper packaging?

Newspaper packaging refers to the process of assembling, bundling, and preparing printed newspapers for distribution to retailers, subscribers, and other outlets. This job typically involves tasks such as stacking newspapers, inserting supplements or advertisements, wrapping bundles, and labeling them for delivery. Workers in newspaper packaging play a crucial role in ensuring newspapers are protected from damage during transport and reach their destinations on time. The work is often fast-paced and may require standing for extended periods and operating packaging machinery.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a newspaper packaging worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Newspaper Packaging Worker, you need good manual dexterity, attention to detail, and basic literacy skills, often with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with packaging machinery, conveyor systems, and safety protocols is important for efficient workflow. Reliability, teamwork, and the ability to work quickly under deadlines are valuable soft skills in this environment. These competencies ensure accurate, timely, and safe distribution of printed materials to meet production demands.

What are some common challenges faced in newspaper packaging roles, and how can they be addressed?

One of the main challenges in newspaper packaging is meeting tight deadlines, especially during peak publishing times. Workers must ensure that newspapers are accurately bundled, labeled, and distributed without errors or delays. To address these challenges, strong attention to detail, teamwork, and familiarity with packaging equipment are essential. Adapting to fast-paced changes and maintaining effective communication with editorial and distribution teams also help ensure smooth operations.

What is the difference between Newspaper Packaging vs Newspaper Distribution?

AspectNewspaper PackagingNewspaper Distribution
Primary FocusPreparing newspapers for delivery, including wrapping and bundlingDelivering newspapers to subscribers and vendors
Work EnvironmentPrinting facilities, packaging areasOn the road, delivery routes, customer locations
Required SkillsAttention to detail, packaging techniquesNavigation, time management, customer service
Industry UsagePre-press and printing companiesDistribution companies, newspaper carriers

While Newspaper Packaging involves preparing newspapers for distribution through wrapping and bundling, Newspaper Distribution focuses on delivering newspapers to subscribers and vendors. Both roles are essential in the newspaper industry but differ in their primary tasks and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Newspaper Packaging job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,138 per year, or $15 per hour.

Inserter III

gannett

Canton, OH • On-site

$15.75 - $17.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Gannett rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 37 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

44th of 76 rated media

Job description

Inserter III
Gannett Publishing Services
Canton, OH

We are offering the following: $11.50 to $14.24 per hour and a $1,500.00 Sign-On Bonus*

Seeking; Production Workers and Machine Set-up/ Operators

Gannett Publishing Company located in Canton, OH at The Canton Repository Newspaper has immediate openings for motivated individual to join our Team. Our Newspaper packaging facility operates 365 days a year. workweek, we are seeking dependable candidates to work 40 hours per week. Starting times vary depending on the workday and shift.

Benefits include:

Flexible schedules Four 10-hour workdays

Health, Dental and Vision at discounted Local CBA rates

After 60 probation you’ll receive Uniforms and Generous 1st year paid time off to include (2 Weeks’  Vacation, 5 Sick days and 3 Personal days)

Monthly Attendance Bonus

Machine set-up and operator pay

Responsibilities:

Feed preprints into insert machine hopper neatly and accurately.

Operating and Maintaining Mailroom Packaging Equipment

Transporting product using pallet trucks

Feeding inserter machines

Hand insertion of papers

Skid bundles and stacking of products

Keeping department neat and clean, empty trash and scrap paper

Sweeping floors

Other task and duties as assigned

Requirements:

Must pass drug screening only if hired as vehicle or forklift operator

Must pass background check

Must have good dexterity and be able to stand during entire shift

High School Diploma (or GED)

Must be able to lift 25 lbs repeatedly Must be able to perform accurate and efficient tasks

Must possess basic math skills

Must have ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Employees must have a high degree of safety awareness.

Above average problem-solving skills necessary to monitor and repair automatic inserting and collating equipment.

Must be able to change work assignments on short notice and be flexible in scheduling.

Position requires working in production areas while forklifts, pallet jacks, inserting and related equipment are in use.

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