at Komori America Corporation in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Komori America Corporation is the US subsidiary of Komori Corporation - one of the world’s largest manufacturers of printing equipment.
We strive to create a working environment with customers, vendors and employees where we enjoy working together for a common goal.
Kando - 'beyond expectations' - is our standard for the Komori brand.
We are in search of an Operations Manager to manage the Komori Graphic Center located at our headquarters in Rolling Meadows, Illinois.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned.
Responsible for the successful presentation and demonstration of all Komori Products at Komori Graphic Center (KGC) and customer facilities, to include offset presses, inkjet solutions and all associated hardware and software.
Perform as subject matter expert and champion for KAC technology and solutions.
Manage daily KGC operations including budget management, procurement, schedule, and staff.
Develop financial and capital investment analyses to justify KAC solutions create business value for the customer (ROI, workflow, etc.).
Perform as a trusted technical advisor to the customer and sales team.
Travel within the continental U.S. and Canada often and internationally as needed.
Utilize strong consultative selling techniques to advance opportunities.
Establish productive, professional relationships with key KAC personnel (VP of Product Marketing, etc.).
Qualifications
To perform his job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience
Ten years of demonstration experience working with digital and offset solutions for Graphic Arts.
G7 certification is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to perform ROI and workflow analysis for offset and digital solutions.
Five to ten years of experience in project/program management.
Possesses a deep understanding of positioning strategy and technology to create a competitive advantage for KAC.
Language Ability
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to author reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of both MAC and PC operating systems/platforms, Adobe Creative Suite, digital/sheetfed imposition, and color management/calibration processes & procedures. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Fujifilm XMF workflow experience is preferred.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Manages two or more non-supervisory employees. Fulfills supervisory responsibilities following the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Travel
Must possess ability to travel both domestically and internationally as needed.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to work near moving mechanical parts and has risk of electrical shock. The employee is often exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment can be lout at times.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and peripheral vision; depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands... For full info follow application link.
It is the policy of Komori America Corporation not to discriminate against any employee or applicant
for employment because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, or because he or she is an individual with a disability or protected veteran.
