Operations Leadership Trainee - 12-Month Program

RRD; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Employer discounts

Job summary

RRD is seeking an Associate for its Operations Leadership program in Columbia, SC, a twelve-month, full-time training track to prepare you for an operational leadership role in one of our facilities. February 2027 start in Columbia, SC.

The program offers rotations across six core plant functions and hands-on shadowing, with opportunities to engage in plant meetings and industry publications to deepen manufacturing knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, economics, IT, marketing, finance or related fields, or equivalent work experience required.
• Strong computer skills including Word and Excel.
• Prior internship in a manufacturing company/environment is a plus.
• Knowledge of the printing process is a plus.
• Motivated to succeed.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Understanding of basic business practices.
• High energy level, excellent customer service skills, and a strong work ethic.
• Self-Confident.
• Written and Verbal communication prowess.
• Very strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn several production rotations and learn the six core plant business functions: manufacturing, logistics, operations, administration, human resources, and finance.
• Shadow position-specific positions and then perform in those roles for a period of time to complete each rotation
• Assist Plant Leaders in the everyday functions of the facility as learning opportunities arise. There will be many and they will vary according to the situation
• Attend plant meetings both internal and external
• Continue to read publications about the print and manufacturing industries in order to increase your understanding of the field

Skills

Word and Excel

Written and Verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

High energy

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/supply chain/economics/IT/marketing/finance or related fields

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

RRD is seeking an Associate for its Operations Leadership program in Columbia, SC, a twelve-month, full-time training track to prepare you for an operational leadership role in one of our facilities. February 2027 start in Columbia, SC.

The program offers rotations across six core plant functions and hands-on shadowing, with opportunities to engage in plant meetings and industry publications to deepen manufacturing knowledge.