Press Instructor - Print Applications & Productivity
About the role
Heidelberg USA is a reliable and highly innovative partner to the printing industry. Our brand has been synonymous with quality and future viability for more than 170 years. This means that we are a company with a long tradition, but at the same time we help define the future trends in our industry thanks to state-of-the-art technologies and innovative business ideas. We are dedicated to our equipment, our technology, our associates, and our customers. Come join the team! Are you looking for a challenge? That's what we offer!
The Press Instructor role is based in the Central United States, with candidates expected to reside within one hour of a major airport in states such as IL, IN, IA, KS, MI, MN, MO, NE, ND, OH, OK, SD, TX, WI.
Responsibilities
- Provide training and instruction for customers on Manroland sheetfed press equipment and related technologies.
- Support successful commissioning and operator instruction during press installations.
- Train customers on print color management and optimization of makeready processes.
- Perform efficient troubleshooting during print application service calls.
- Communicate professionally with customers at all organizational levels regarding press operation, performance, and productivity improvements.
- Stay current with print application training, industry trends, and the latest software innovations.
- Promote training, consulting, software, and performance improvement services to customers.
- Provide support related to consumables and best practices for optimal press performance.
- Assist with onsite productivity evaluations and process improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Travel: Continually (67% to 100% of the time). Candidates should reside within the Central United States and be located within a one-hour drive of a major airport.
- 3 to 5 years of experience operating and/or training on Manroland sheetfed presses.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of computers, including Windows, macOS, and networking.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Self‑starter with the ability to resolve complex technical and operational challenges.
- Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to train audiences at all levels.
- Ability to manage multiple high‑priority projects and action items simultaneously.
- Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Ability to use and calibrate job‑related testing and measuring equipment.
- Ability to follow detailed service manuals, operating procedures, and training documentation.
- Familiarity with basic hand tools is required.
Pay
$65,000 - $75,000