RR Donnelley
marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions
ManagerContinuousImprovement
“Manager - Continuous Improvement at RR Donnelley. Skills: Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Project Management. Analyze, develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency. Minimize waste & non value add activities”
What You'll Achieve.
improve efficiency; minimize waste & non value add activities; maintain high levels of quality; meet client demands; setting targeted production rates and throughput capacities; quantify improved KPIs
Industry & Context.
analytical and problem-solving skills
hybrid position, require some travel to facilities in other states periodically, successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related field, Minimum 5+ years related experience in a senior Engineering, Production and Warehouse fulfillment environment, Experience in Assembly Process design, print Labels and Packaging Materials Manufacturing experience, Knowledge of single piece flow and machine batch processing layout/models optimization, Proficient in Google Suite, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Auto-Cad or Solid Works, MS Project, Exceptional communication skills with all levels of the organization, analytical and problem-solving skills, Ability to work well with large and diverse teams across multiple time zones, Experience with task scheduling and resource assignment, Experience with project management practices and tools to create, manage, and track project performance, cost, and scope required
Nice to Have
Lean Six Sigma/Six Sigma Black Belt certifications are preferred, PMP certification is a plus
What You'll Do.
develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency
Minimize waste & non value add activities
Maintain high levels of quality
Carry out Return On Investment analysis
Ensure work measurement is carried out
Track key productivity measurements
Lead productivity reviews
Establish new productivity metrics
minimize or eliminate waste
Incorporate waste elimination into operations
Lead process improvement teams
Deliver improved future state operational and business processes
Map out current and improved future state processes
Recommend improvements in work methods
Develop layouts for efficient flow
Champion and lead continuous improvement teams
Support Quality control
Support new business implementations
Project Manage Improvement Projects
Set up or improve productivity data tracking systems
Conduct regularly scheduled review of KPIs
Suggest Cost Improvement initiatives
Establish and drive the on-going tracking of CI metrics
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Ability to work well with large and diverse teams across multiple time zones; Exceptional communication skills with all levels of the organization
Communication Scope
Exceptional communication skills with all levels of the organization
Process & Methodology
structured project management approach, Project Manage Improvement Projects, project management practices and tools
Applying for this Manager - Continuous Improvement role?
Most applicants get filtered before a human reads their resume. See if yours makes the cut.
How to Apply on SmartRecruiters
- SmartRecruiters often includes a video screening step — check camera and mic permissions.
- Link your GitHub or portfolio directly in the profile section for technical roles.
- Applications may be reviewed by AI scoring before reaching a recruiter — use keywords from the job description.
ANONYMOUS · UNFILTERED
What do employees actually say about RR Donnelley?
Real rants from real employees. Read before you apply.