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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.\n\nJob Description\nThe Associate - Operations-Leadership program is a full-time, entry-level role that provides a twelve-month training program to prepare you for an operational leadership position in one of our manufacturing facilities throughout the United States. The program is designed to offer comprehensive training in all areas of the manufacturing facility to learn the RRD solutions and manufacturing processes.\n\nPlease Note: The Associate Development Program follows a cohort class model, requiring specific start dates. In St Charles, IL, we are hiring for February 2027.\nResponsibilities\n\nLearn several production rotations and learn the six core plant business functions: manufacturing, logistics, operations, administration, human resources, and finance.\n\nShadow position-specific positions and then perform in those roles for a period of time to complete each rotation\n\nAssist Plant Leaders in the everyday functions of the facility as learning opportunities arise. There will be many and they will vary according to the situation\n\nAttend plant meetings both internal and external\n\nContinue to read publications about the print and manufacturing industries in order to increase your understanding of the field\n\nQualifications\n\nBachelor's degree in business, supply chain, economics, IT, marketing, finance or related fields, or equivalent work experience required\n\nStrong computer skills including Word and Excel\n\nPrior internship in a manufacturing company/environment is a plus\n\nKnowledge of the printing process is a plus\n\nMotivated to succeed\n\nAble to work under pressure and meet deadlines\n\nUnderstanding of basic business practices\n\nHigh energy level, excellent customer service skills, and a strong work ethic\n\nSelf-Confident\n\nWritten and Verbal communication prowess\n\nVery strong analytical and problem-solving skills\n\nAdditional Information\nRRD's current salary range for this role is $50,000 to $60,000 / year. The salary range may be adjusted based on the applicable geographic location of the hired employee, and the range may change in future. At RRD, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions may vary based upon, but not limited to education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. Depending on the role, in addition to base salary, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. RRD's benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.\n\nRRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans\n\nAt RRD, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools during interviews to ensure an authentic and secure experience. 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