Instructor

As a family-run, high-tech company with nearly 19,000 employees at 71 locations worldwide, we are looking for forward thinkers with unconventional ideas and drive to join our team. Our company culture, which values collaboration and mutual trust, creates the ideal framework for boldly trying new things and questioning the status quo. Our technologies inspire people to develop and produce things that are currently unimaginable. Whether lasers, machine tools, EUV or electronics - TRUMPF is building technological worlds for future generations. Are you ready for new challenges?
TRUMPF is seeking an Instructor for the training department to teach, inspire, and elevate manufacturing teams. As a TRUMPF Technical Instructor, you’ll train customers and employees on world‑class machines—covering operation, programming, maintenance, and best practices—through standardized classes in Chicago and tailored on‑site trainings across North America and abroad.
Duties & Responsibilities
Deliver engaging, hands‑on training across assigned TRUMPF product lines.
Tailor curricula to customer needs; refine materials with the Head of Punch/PressBrake Training.
Collaborate with HQ trainers and curriculum developers to keep content current and clear.
Lead on‑site trainings and conduct field research at customer facilities and TRUMPF sites (up to 33% travel).
Manage schedules, attendance, and training records; assess Service Engineer performance during training.
Collect and analyze learner feedback to continuously improve course quality.
Contribute to Continuous Improvement and SYNCHRO initiatives and special projects.
Experience & Education
Strong technical foundation with CNC sheet metal machine tools (TRUMPF experience preferred).
Training and/or field service background strongly preferred.
Excellent communication skills and confident classroom presence.
Solid PC skills: OS, networking, Microsoft Office.
Education: 2‑year technical degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
Pay & Benefits
Retirement: 401(k) with generous company match
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions and 100% employer-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan guidance to support your continued learning
Family Support: Paid family and parental leave programs, plus comprehensive reproductive and family health resources
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off available from day one, plus 11 paid company holidays
Income Protection: Company-paid life insurance at two times base salary, along with short- and long-term disability coverage
Additional Programs: Gym membership subsidy, employee referral bonuses, recognition awards, and a scholarship program for employees' children
Pay Range: $36.77 - $44.95
This role is part of a career level and pay ranges vary by level, offered amount would be associated with level in which you are hired for.
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