Technical Service Manager -Printing

Sperton Global AS • Village of Highland Falls, NY

10d • Remote

About The Position

The Technical Service Manager( TSM) leads the technical interface between Client Group and key customers in the wide web flexographic and gravure printing segments.
Specializing in water based and solvent based inks and coatings, the TSM is responsible for overseeing technical support activities, managing customer relationships, and ensuring successful product implementation and performance.
This leadership role drives technical excellence, supports business growth, and ensures high customer satisfaction through expert service delivery and collaboration with internal and external teams.
Able to travel frequently (up to 70%) to customer sites, manufacturing plants, and regional meetings.

Requirements

• 5+ years in a technical role supporting wide web flexographic and/or gravure printing.
• Must have Printing / INK / Water based Solvent work experience. Proven experience with water based and solvent based inks and coatings used in flexible packaging.
• Demonstrated ability to lead customer facing technical engagements and manage technical projects independently.
• Strong knowledge of pressroom processes, ink/substrate interactions, drying systems, and surface treatments.
• Skilled in color matching, print troubleshooting, and print defect analysis.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with color management systems (e.g., X-Rite).
• Understanding of lamination, coating, and post print converting processes.
• Familiarity with VOC compliance, safety protocols, and system regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead technical support for wide web flexo and gravure customers, ensuring optimal use of Client Group’s water and solvent based product lines.
• Oversee on site troubleshooting, ink optimization, and product performance evaluations.
• Coordinate and lead press trials, product introductions, and technical audits at customer facilities.
• Collaborate with R&D, sales, manufacturing, and regulatory teams to deliver tailored technical solutions that meet customer needs.
• Develop technical service strategies that support customer retention, growth, and innovation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed