H6524-Light Equipment Operator 2

RR Donnelley & Sons; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 23,970 - 26,174; Full time

Job summary

RR Donnelley & Sons is seeking a Production Technician to operate machines and lead a small crew in a light industrial setting. You will ensure safe operation, meet production goals, and perform duties of a Production Technician 1 and 2 as needed.

The role emphasizes quality monitoring, team leadership, and effective communication across shifts with overtime possible based on production needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Preferred).
• 3–5 years of related experience.
• Basic computer experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines and lead crew to meet production goals.
• Train and develop crew members and supervise tasks.
• Monitor product quality and reduce waste.
• Maintain accurate logs and communicate with supervisors and shifts.
• Work overtime as required.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Line lead

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Effective communicator

Troubleshooting

Production reports

Basic computer skills

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Machine specific software

Job description

Company Description

RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry's most trusted portfolio of creative execution and world‑wide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.

Job Summary

Responsible for machine operation and crew in a light industrial setting. Must manage machine team to ensure proper and safe operation of assigned equipment. Responsible for quality, output, and meeting production goals. Additionally, fulfills the job duties of a Production Technician 1 and 2 as required.

Key Duties/Responsibilities

Production

Monitors performance of machine and personnel. Ensures that goals are being met and issues are communicated to Supervisor and/or Production Technician 3 Lead. Completes all work assignments during production. Checking in material, Pocket set‑ups, move material offline that is no longer needed, and other assignments as necessary. Applies advanced troubleshooting skills and performs basic maintenance on assigned machines that improve quality and performance. Assists crew members when needed. 40%

Crew Leadership/Training

Organizes crew activities and delegates assignments. Performs assigned duties. Trains and develops all crew members. 30%

Quality and Waste

Monitors product quality for correctness and report when errors occur. Monitors print and bundle quality. Make adjustments as necessary to correct quality issues. Monitors product waste and take steps to reduce or eliminate spoilage and doubles. 15%

Communication/Record Keeping

Maintains accurate record keeping IE: safety audits, packages per hour, labor hours per thousand and other logs or forms. Communicates personnel issues to the Supervisor or Production Technician 3 Lead. Informs other Operators/Supervisors of pertinent information and communicates to other shifts as necessary. Other duties as assigned. 15%

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)

Experience

3-5 Years related experience Basic computer experience

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to multi-task.
• Demonstrates ability to line lead or crew lead for one (1) machine.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment (varying upon equipment).
• Attention to detail.
• Effective communicator (share equipment knowledge, quality, and safety concerns).
• Ability to troubleshoot machine problems.
• Mathematical skills and advanced skills in production reports.
• Basic computer skills, technical skills may vary based on the equipment.
• Ability and knowledge to operate a pallet jack.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of machine and manufacturing operations.
• Ability to speak and communicate effectively utilizing the English language (preferred).

Equipment / Software Utilized

• Pallet jack
• Machine specific software

Communication and Contacts

• Lead, coach and maintain open communication with other production team members.
• Participate in the Team Business Meetings.

Decision Making

• Work prioritization to meet production commitments and goals.
• Machine staffing assignments.
• Machine processing speed.

Other

• Ability to work overtime, beyond regular schedule, to complete work assignments as required.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may carry up to 15 lbs., may push and pull up to 40 lbs., twist, stand, walk, reach, and grip/grasp throughout the shift. Employees are also required to frequently lift up to 15 lbs., and squat and kneel. Lastly, employees are required to have the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, airborne dust, paper particles, and industrial lift trucks. All work environments that exceed OSHA's standard on noise levels require associates to wear the hearing protection that is provided.

Disclaimer: Weight requirements may vary by location. Please contact HR Business Partner for further details.

Additional Information

Thenational pay range for this role is $17.40. The payrange may beslightly lower or higher based on the geographic location of the hired employee. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. RRD offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance,maternity leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre‑employment background and drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans