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RR Donnelley · 2 hours ago

Planner

Oberlin, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$63K/yr - $97K/yr

3+ years exp

RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions. They are seeking a Planner to establish production processes for commercial print work, coordinate manufacturing jobs, and evaluate vendor pricing and capabilities.

Marketing & Advertising

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Establish the production process for commercial print work produced

Supply clear, understandable job layouts, tickets, purchase orders, etc

Calculate production times after considering factors such as size, quantity, paper stock, art, and number of colors, and outside service/finishing requirements

Coordinate the manufacturing of jobs with outside service suppliers after negotiating pricing and scheduling of materials

Work closely with managers, supervisors, and production personnel to develop, review and/or confirm information regarding various manufacturing plans

Evaluate pricing from outside vendors

Participate in identifying new outside vendors with capabilities that exceed or meet current supplier capability

Work closely with managers, supervisors, and production personnel to develop, review and/or confirm new, improved planning and manufacturing methods

Following up on jobs to evaluate why they performed better or worse than planned and incorporate the knowledge gained from this evaluation into the estimating/planning processes

Create press imposition layouts

Calculate stock usage per press and bindery production standards

Review lasers, check color break, page count, size, crossovers, trim, etc

Resolve issues and consult with sales, customer service, prepress, press or bindery staff to resolve issues affecting production

Complete job ticket documentation in system

Qualification

Commercial print planningWebSheetfed printBindery processesMicrosoft Office proficiencyAnalytical skillsOrganizationProblem-solvingCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

3+ years experience job planning for a commercial print operation, resulting in an in-depth understanding of web and sheetfed print, bindery and digital print processes, capabilities and workflow

Solid understanding of web and sheetfed commercial print, 4-color process, imposition, layouts, bindery processes (trim, folding configuration, etc.), plus working knowledge of paper and paper calculation

Excellent problem-solving ability and the skills required to creatively resolve competing priorities and workflow issues. Sound decision-making skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the organization

Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Demonstrated ability to learn and leverage new systems

Strong analytical and mathematical skills

High degree of organization, accuracy and dependability

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to work additional hours as needed

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition assistance

Employer/partner discounts

Company

RR Donnelley

Glassdoor3.4

RRD provides a complete portfolio of marketing, packaging, print and business services to the world’s most respected brands, including 91% of the Fortune 100.

Founded in 1864

Chicago, Illinois, US

10001+ employees

http://www.rrd.com

H1B Sponsorship

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