Production Technician 2 - 2nd shift

RRD; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

RRD is seeking a Production Lead in Milwaukee, WI, responsible for meeting production goals and leading a team. Responsibilities include machine operation and setup, quality checks, and data management using MS Excel. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 1-3 years of relevant experience. The total compensation package includes benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage. Pay is $18.00/hr plus shift differential.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and understanding of machine components and manufacturing operations.
• 1 – 3 years of related experience required.
• Ability to speak and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach team members in production activities.
• Perform and validate proper machine component setup.
• Collect and enter data into MS Excel spreadsheet.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Mathematical skills

Machine component knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. 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.

Position Summary

Responsible for meeting production goals/quality, machine operation and setup, delegation of labor, leading a team, and ensuring enough of the proper materials are staged at the machine. Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of assigned equipment. Additionally fulfills the job duties of a Production Technician 1 Feeder/Strapper as required.

Key Duties / Responsibilities

• Load and unload material into machine (30%)
• Perform and validate proper machine component set up (20%)
• Manage machine performance using a computer interface, requiring the use of a keyboard and mouse to point and click on work assignments and take corrective action when prompted by error message (15%)
• Apply troubleshooting skills for various machine components (15%)
• Perform quality checks (QC) on finished products (10%)
• Resolve machine productivity and product quality issues without assistance (5%)
• Analyze and report critical objective data and information to production lead/supervisor, recommending improved machine use, quality control, and staff utilization (5%)

Additional Responsibilities

• Lead and coach team members (varying crew size)
• Adhere to housekeeping standards
• Support and comply with safety and security policies to promote a healthy work environment
• Collect machine performance information and enter data into MS Excel spreadsheet (if applicable)
• Maintain open communication with the team
• Participate in Team Business Meetings
• Share equipment knowledge with team members
• Responsible for quality, output, and production goals
• Support and comply with internal and external audits, to include providing information, performing assigned tasks to ensure compliance, and maintaining evidence that key duties identified as internal controls have been performed
• Operate a pallet jack
• Pull samples of finished products as needed
• Have working knowledge of machine components and manufacturing operations
• Make minor non-mechanical adjustments, such as jams and machine calibration to ensure safety and maintenance procedures are followed
• Read and respond to the machine digital interface and error messages

PT1 – Palletizer and Feeder Key Duties

• PT1 – Palletizer: Ensure finished goods are properly palletized, instruct logistics technician to move product to finish location
• Prepare finished products according to USPS standards; recognize the printed address label on finished products
• Respond to machine display screens and manage multiple work orders on multiple output stations
• PT1 – Feeder: Load and unload materials, respond to indicator lights and display screens, adjust machine components, verify correct material on the production line
• Ability to work with machine interface / machine controls and perform basic setup and troubleshooting

Qualifications

Education & Knowledge

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to speak and communicate effectively in English
• Strong knowledge and understanding of machine components and manufacturing operations

Experience / Skills / Abilities

• 1 – 3 years related experience
• Ability to multi-task
• Works with a sense of urgency
• Attention to detail
• Ability to assess obstacles and take corrective action
• Mathematical skills and ability to read and comprehend daily machine reports
• Demonstrates ability as a line lead (one machine)
• Computer usage experience preferred

Additional Information

The national pay range for this role is $18.00/hr + 1.25/hr Shift Differential. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, the total compensation package may include 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 successful completion of a pre-employment background and drug screen.

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.