Distribution Warehouse Worker

We are seeking a Distribution Warehouse worker to distribute newspapers and materials to independent contractors. The Warehouse worker reports to the Home Delivery Manager. Safely drive to and from locations, hold a valid driving license, and maintain a safe driving record. On-site, regular, and reliable attendance is required. Must be able to work nights and weekends where needed. Also, must be willing to help other Warehouses in the St. Louis area when needed.
Compensation
Bi-Weekly pay will be $20.00 per hour(35hrs/wk) and when needed, regular pay up to 40hrs/wk and paid overtime over 40hrs/wk.
JOB DUTIES

• Ensure quality control of newspaper bundles being distributed to contractors.
• Maintain cleanliness of Warehouse.
• Communicate with District Manager and Assistant District Manager in the event of a route not picked up by contractor.
• Deliver newspapers when needed as required.
• Must fully comply with all company policies and procedures and at all times when representing the company, operate in a thorough professional manner including communication, attendance, punctuality, and dress.

This part-time position (35hrs/wk) performs the daily tasks of distribution center operations as assigned by management. Assists in opening and closing the warehouse, stacking newspapers to designated areas, maintaining safety and cleanliness of warehouse, delivery of open routes and replacement copies when needed.
Qualifications:

• Ability to start shift between 12am-1am and end shift around 6-7am
• Ability to unload and stack bundles of newspapers (approx. 30 lbs)
• Ability to move around the warehouse, both inside and outside
• Ability to follow company safety guidelines and policies
• Ability to work weekends and holidays and possible 7-day weeks when needed.

Knowledge and comfort with the computer
Requirements:

• No previous experience required; training available
• Reliable vehicle and proof of auto insurance
• Valid driver's license and good driving record

Benefits Offered:

• Mileage reimbursement when using vehicle for work purposes
• PTO(Paid time off), Sick and Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Life insurance and 401K plan

Equal Opportunity Employer
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 the flexibility to balance personal life and work. This includes paid parental leave for new parents.
Lee Enterprises is a major subscription and advertising platform and a leading provider of local news and information, with daily newspapers, rapidly growing digital products and nearly 350 weekly and specialty publications serving 73 markets in 26 states. Year to date, Lee's newspapers have an average daily circulation of 1.0 million, and our legacy websites, including acquisitions, reach more than 33 million digital unique visitors.
Lee Enterprises is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting and retaining a workforce whose diversity reflects the communities we serve. Lee embraces change, and we recognize that we must create and maintain a culture of fervent inclusion. For more information about Lee, check us out at www.lee.net.
We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply.

Mileage reimbursement, Paid parental leave, Disability insurance, Health insurance, Dental insurance, 401(k), Paid time off, Parental leave, Vision insurance, 401(k) matching, Life insurance