Engineering Project/Process Manager

RR Donnelley

. Lead development, facilitation and implementation of capital equipment and process improvements across manufacturing locations .

Posted 10/24/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,100 - $158,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing major capital projects and implementing process improvements in manufacturing environments, with a strong focus on equipment management, continuous improvement methodologies, and cross-functional collaboration.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Capital Equipment ManagementProject ManagementHVAC System ExperienceContinuous Improvement ToolsMicrosoft Excel Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Capital Project ManagementProcess ImprovementEquipment ResearchLayout DesignCapability AnalysisData Capture and MeasurementPerformance Metrics Development5S MethodologyKaizenValue Stream Mapping

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCoaching SkillsSelf-MotivatedCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft PowerPointMinitabProject Management SoftwareComplex Spreadsheets

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentBuilding SystemsPower DistributionPrint and PackagingDigital PrintingOffset PrintingPlant Key Performance Indicators

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development, facilitation and implementation of capital equipment and process improvements across manufacturing locations
Manage major multi-million-dollar capital projects, including equipment research, layout design and equipment option comparisons
Manage estimating, capability analysis and implementation of equipment additions and improvements
Track assets, capabilities, condition, age and replacement plans using complex spreadsheets and project management tools
Create models and testing protocols to compare new equipment technologies
Estimate and manage facility improvements involving power distribution, HVAC, compressed air, cooling, humidification, structural work and utilities
Collaborate with procurement, EHS, IT, Legal, Finance and other corporate teams
Manage equipment supplier relationships and coordinate manufacturing plants with suppliers
Meet with clients during product design to ensure manufacturability
Develop equipment and process performance metrics and reporting methods
Roll out continuous improvement training, including 5S, make-ready reduction, Kaizen and value stream mapping
Develop baselines for future comparisons and work with IT on data capture and measurement
Oversee compilation and analysis of results to ensure effective program implementation
Collaborate across functional areas to ensure effective process and capital improvements
Travel domestically and internationally 30% to 50% as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering
5+ years of experience supporting or working in a manufacturing environment
Major capital equipment management experience
Building, HVAC and power system experience
Capital and general engineering project management experience
Print and packaging experience preferred
Digital and offset printing experience preferred
Manufacturing management experience preferred
Experience using continuous improvement tools and ability to train others in their use preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint required
Minitab and project management software experience preferred
Strong communication and presentation skills
Excellent change management and interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate and collaborate across multiple functional areas
Strong coaching and people development skills
Good grasp of manufacturing processes, operations and plant key performance indicators
Self-motivated and driven to achieve results
Successful completion of a pre-employment background and drug screen

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Paid time off
Disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Life insurance
Voluntary supplemental insurance coverages
Parental leave
Adoption assistance
Tuition assistance
Employer/partner discounts
Bonus, commission or incentive program participation may be included depending on the role