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The Seattle Times Data Processing Technician in Kent, Washington
The Seattle Times is seeking a Data Processing Technician to join our Operations team in Kent, WA. The Data Processing Technician operates desktop computer using a variety of software to maintain and generate mailing lists, tags, reports and maps.
Responsibilities:
Enters alphabetic, numeric, or symbolic data from source documents into computer following format displayed on screen. Compares data entered with source documents, or re-enters data in verification format on screen to detect errors. Deletes incorrectly entered data, and re-enters correct data. Compiles, sorts, and verifies accuracy of data to be entered.
Import data into databases, set parameters, run queries, review results, and export data to a variety of media.
Print labels, topsheets, tags, and reports.
Create inkjet mail files.
Enters zip codes and routes into a database, produce count reports and print in a variety of formats.
NYT daily processing – Book flight, compile and print labels, postal documents, print orders, bundle top-sheets, and reports.
Record STC and NYT roll stock usage in online inventory database.
Maintain NYT daily waste report.
Provide backup, vacation relief, and cross training for other Production Support team members including front desk phone and reception.
Qualifications:
Education: College degree preferred.
Experience: One or more years of experience in data entry and database work.
Experience in customer service.
Experience working with Microsoft Excel and Word.
Solid verbal and written communication skills
Organizational skills to handle a high volume of moderately complex transactions and meet daily/weekly/monthly deadlines.
Ability to multi-task, work under deadline pressure and as a member of a team.
Attention to detail and accuracy, and excellent math ability.
Work Location: This is a fully onsite position at our Kent Operations Facility.
Compensation: The full salary range for this position is $41,200 to $55,100. We typically pay between $41,200 and $50,500, depending on experience and qualifications.
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and long-term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Optional life and AD&D insurance and long-term care insurance
401(k) plan with employer match
10 days of annual vacation accrual, increasing with tenure up to 20 days
10 days of annual sick accrual; unused sick pay accrues to an extended illness bank
9 paid holidays
Complimentary Seattle Times subscription
Wellness program
Parental leave options
Founded in 1896, The Seattle Times continues its tradition as a family-owned, Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper that cuts through the clutter and provides readers with timely, relevant news. We serve the Pacific Northwest with thoughtful, independent journalism that makes a real difference in our community. And as a media solutions company, we combine cutting-edge digital capabilities and service with the values and integrity of respected traditional media… with an established audience of 1.9 million. At The Seattle Times, you'll find work that matters.
If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, please contact Human Resources at careers@seattletimes.com and provide a description of the reasonable accommodation(s) needed.
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