RR Donnelley
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Light Equipment Operator 1 - 1st Shift

Pay
Hourly Grade H2
Location
Commerce, CA
Listed
3 days ago

About the role

Schedule

1st Shift: Wednesday - Sunday, 4:15am - 12:30pm

Job Summary

Responsible for meeting production goals/quality, machine operation and set up, 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 (different type of equipment varying from 227, Alphaliner, and Ferag). Additionally, fulfills the job duties of a Material Handler 1 as required.

Key Duties/responsibilities

  • Load and unload material into machine. Material Handler duties and responsibilities as required.
  • Perform and validate proper machine component set up.
  • Applies troubleshooting skills for various machine components. Make minor non-mechanical adjustments, such as jams and machine calibration to ensure safety and maintenance procedures are followed.
  • 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. Collect machine performance information and enters data into MS Excel spreadsheet.
  • Perform quality checks (QC) on finished products. Resolve machine productivity and product quality issues without assistance. Support and comply with internal and external audits. Analyzes, and reports critical objective data and information to Production Lead/Supervisor, recommending improved machine use, quality control, and staff utilization.
  • Housekeeping, safety, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

  • High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)

Experience

  • 1-3 years related experience (Preferred)
  • 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 assess obstacles and take corrective action.
  • Mathematical skills and ability to read and comprehend daily machine reports.
  • Basic computer skills, technical skills may vary based on the equipment.
  • Ability and knowledge to operate a pallet jack.
  • Working knowledge of machine components & 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.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may to carry up to 15 lbs., 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 (varying upon equipment).
  • 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.

Additional Information

The national pay range for this role is $17.90 - $23.60. The pay range may be slightly 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.

About the Company

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

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