Hoist Operator/Forklift Driver (12hr Nights)

As a Hoist Operator/Forklift Driver at RRD, your key responsibilities will include operating slitters, coordinating with Material Handlers, logging production information, and maintaining quality standards. You'll also be tasked with pre-makeready activities to minimize downtime and ensure equipment is operational. Safety and adherence to quality SOPs are paramount, making your role crucial in maintaining our commitment to excellence.

To qualify for the Hoist Operator/Forklift Driver position at RRD, you should possess the ability to solve practical problems and interpret various instructions. Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is helpful, particularly with machinery operation. A strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively with your team are essential for success in this role.

The Hoist Operator/Forklift Driver position at RRD operates on a 12-hour night shift schedule. This means you’ll enjoy longer days free for personal activities while contributing crucial hours to our operations overnight. Flexibility in your work hours along with a strong team dynamic makes this position both unique and rewarding!

At RRD, Hoist Operators/Forklift Drivers can expect a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage. There are also options for paid time off, disability insurance, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions. With support like tuition assistance and various supplemental insurance coverages, RRD ensures you feel valued both on and off the job.

Safety is a top priority at RRD for Hoist Operators/Forklift Drivers. You will be trained to follow strict safety and quality SOPs, ensuring a risk-free working environment. Regular equipment check-ups, clear safety protocols, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving collectively contribute to our commitment to a safe workplace.

In answering this question, detail your hands-on experience with slitting machinery, including specific tasks you've performed and any adjustments or troubleshooting you've done. Emphasize your commitment to safety while operating such equipment and any training you've completed.

Discuss your strategies for minimizing downtime, such as thorough pre-makeready procedures and efficient coordination with Material Handlers. Provide examples of situations where you successfully prevented disruptions in production.

Provide a specific scenario that demonstrates your problem-solving abilities. Highlight the steps you took to identify the issue, the solution you implemented, and the positive outcome that ensued.

Explain your approach to maintaining safety protocols in your work. This could include regularly checking equipment, communicating with team members about safety concerns, and adhering closely to safety SOPs to create a secure work environment.

Discuss how you would monitor product quality closely during operations. Include your familiarity with quality SOPs and how you document and report any deviations to ensure the highest quality standards are met.

Share your experience with logging production results and using systems like PWMS. Highlight your attention to detail and organizational skills, which are crucial for maintaining accurate and timely communication of production and inventory information.

Discuss your belief in teamwork and how it helps achieve success in operations. Share past instances where collaborating effectively improved efficiency or morale on the job.

Assure the interviewer of your physical capabilities and experience with similar demands. Provide examples of how you manage strenuous tasks, including any techniques or practices that have worked well for you in the past.

Explain your strategies for managing stress during high-demand periods. Focus on your ability to stay organized, prioritize tasks effectively, and maintain clear communication with your team, which can alleviate pressure for everyone.

Research RRD's initiatives related to sustainability and share your understanding of their emphasis on minimizing environmental impact. Express your enthusiasm for being part of a company that takes its environmental responsibilities seriously and how you can contribute to these efforts.