Engineering Project/Process Manager

RR Donnelley

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

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $107,000 - $171,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in capital equipment management and project management within manufacturing environments, with a strong focus on continuous improvement methodologies and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in analyzing processes and implementing strategies to enhance operational efficiency and equipment performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Capital Equipment ManagementProject ManagementContinuous Improvement ToolsManufacturing ProcessesStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Process AnalysisEquipment ResearchLayout DesignCapability AnalysisPerformance Metrics DevelopmentHVAC SystemsPower DistributionMinitabMicrosoft ExcelProject Management Software

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCoaching SkillsChange ManagementSelf-MotivatedCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

SpreadsheetsProject Management ToolsData Capture SystemsTesting Protocols

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentCapital Projects5SKaizenValue Stream MappingPrint and PackagingDigital PrintingOffset Printing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development, facilitation, and implementation of capital equipment and process improvements across all manufacturing locations
Work with operations leadership, plant personnel, and continuous improvement teams at business-unit and corporate levels
Design and deliver capital equipment improvements
Analyze processes, metrics, and results and implement strategies as needed
Manage major multi-million-dollar capital projects, including equipment research, layout design, and comparison of equipment options and configurations
Manage estimating, capability analysis, and implementation of equipment additions and improvements
Develop and update spreadsheets and project management tools tracking assets, capabilities, condition, age, and replacement plans
Create models and testing protocols to compare new equipment technologies and support asset selection
Estimate and manage facility improvements and upgrades involving power distribution, HVAC, compressed air, cooling, humidification, structural work, and other infrastructure
Interface with procurement, EHS, IT, Legal, Finance, and other corporate multifunctional teams
Manage equipment supplier relationships and interactions between manufacturing plants and suppliers
Meet with clients during product design to ensure manufacturability
Develop tools and performance metrics for equipment and processes
Establish performance reporting and drive improvements against goals
Roll out continuous improvement training programs, including 5S, make-ready reduction, Kaizen, and value stream mapping
Develop baselines for future comparisons
Work with IT to modify or expand data capture and measurement
Provide ongoing feedback regarding goals and plans
Oversee completion, compilation, and analysis of results
Collaborate across functional areas to ensure effective process and capital improvements
Perform other responsibilities as assigned based on skillset and business needs
Travel 30% to 50% domestically and internationally

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 preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint required
Minitab and project management software 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 pre-employment background and drug screen
Candidates must refrain from using AI tools during interviews

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and 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
Travel between 30% and 50% domestically and internationally