ProAmpac · 1 week ago
Senior Technical Trainer-Fiber
ProAmpac is seeking a Senior Technical Trainer to serve as the enterprise subject matter expert for fiber and folder gluer equipment in high-speed, high-variability packaging production. The role will develop and lead technical training programs, build standardized certification frameworks, mentor site trainers, and optimize equipment performance, safety, and operational capabilities across multiple facilities.
Customer ServiceManufacturingLogisticsPackaging Services
Responsibilities
Division Training Strategy & Capability Building – Folder Gluer Design and lead enterprise-wide training programs aligned to e-commerce production demands (high-mix, short-run, rapid turnaround)
Build standardized certification frameworks to ensure workforce readiness across multiple facilities
Develop scalable training models to support growth, demand spikes, and machine launches
Mentor site-level trainers and develop technical leadership capability across plants
Work with division and site level trainers to create work instructions and job aids
Evaluate training effectiveness through performance metrics and operational KPIs
Embed safety as a core competency within all certification programs
Partner with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain and HR to algin capabilities and demand planning
Serve as the senior SME for folder gluer equipment used in e-commerce packaging
Train on rapid changeover techniques, SKU variability handling, and quick setup optimization
Lead troubleshooting of complex mechanical, process, and quality issues in high-speed environments
Partner with Plant Process Engineers, Divison Engineering and OEMs to optimize equipment for flexibility, speed, and repeatability
Standardize best practices for high-speed converting across sites
Ensure all training reinforces safe operation in fast-paced production environments
Ability to travel up to80% of the time to US based locations
Qualification
Required
8–10+ years of experience with folder gluer equipment in high-speed converting environments
Demonstrated experience in high-mix / short-run production environments (preferred flexible packaging/converting)
Proven track record of improving equipment performance through training and process optimization
Experience in leading training programs across multiple locations
Strong leadership, coaching, and influencing skills
Ability to travel up to80% of the time to US based locations
Technical mastery in folder gluer and converting processes
Agility & adaptability in high-variability production environments
Advanced problem-solving & root cause analysis
Cross-functional influence and leadership
Continuous improvement mindset with measurable impact
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms
The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Preferred
Experience supporting W+D or Garant folder gluer machines
Certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement
Background in automation, PLCs, HMIs, or packaging line integration
Experience implementing digital or scalable training systems for distributed teams
Company
ProAmpac
Global manufacturer of flexible packaging solutions.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$200MKey Investors
CPP InvestmentsPritzker Private Capital
2025-12-08Debt Financing· $200M
2021-01-19Private Equity
2016-10-17Acquired
Leadership Team
Eric Bradford
Chief Financial Officer
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