Date: Tue, 03 Oct 2017 17:35:03 -0700 From: "Nicholas Meyler" <nickm@wdsearch.com> To: freebsd-doc@freebsd.org Subject: Retained Searches from Wingate Dunross (3D Printing, Plating, Storage) Message-ID: <300.0.15.27A.1D33CA8EDAB88F6.8FF24@me-ss2-ieksw9.mailengine1.com>
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Retained Searches from Wingate Dunross (1A)VP of Engineering (Ventura) My client in Ventura, CA has retained me on a set of exciting new searches = in the field of 3D Printing, one of the hottest growth fields in the high-t= echnology world. Imagine a world where everybody can create. Imagine the fastest and the most accurate 3D Printer. Imagine a 3D Printer really easy-to-use. A 3D Printer perfect for the industrial and professional users. A 3D Printer driven by an Intelligent System, by a Cognitive System. The Best Technology in The Best Design. About My Client: This repeat-Client is a 3D printing startup that integrates the latest expo= nential technologies in components, sensors, optical systems and chemistry = to apply Moore=E2=80=99s Law to a new, proprietary 3D Printing technology. = The result is a desktop, professional 3D Printer that takes 3D Printing fro= m hours to minutes making it FASTER, with a LARGER build volume, at HIGHER = resolutions and a LOWER cost. They're doing this with a user experience and= a design oriented approach making their 3D technology elegant and compact. Their 3D printer has been designed to offer the best and the smartest ultra= -fast 3D Printing experience, from a clean cartridge system to a complete c= ognitive hardware and stand-alone technology that let users adopt this mach= ine quickly in any kind of environment and for any type of usage. We are currently hiring for the position of VP of Hardware Engineering and = R&D in our Ventura California facility. This is rare and unique opportunity= to build and scale the engineering department of a mixed hardware/firmware= and software team. As VP of Hardware Engineering and R&D you will be working on the definition= and execution of the 3DPrinter roadmap and product delivery, expanding the= technical capabilities of the organization, building hardware/firmware tea= ms, managing multiple products and research projects, and working with our = manufacturing partners. Qualifications Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Computer Engine= ering Experience in building and leading multi-disciplinary engineering team Experience in fully bringing a product to market from concept to manufactur= ing Experience in Project and Product Management Experience in exploring and validating capabilities and techniques across c= hips, materials and manufacturing processes Experience in Visual, UX design, Product Design, Industrial Design Experience developing Proof of Concepts Experience developing formal requirements Experience in Rapid Prototyping Experience in Hardware/Firmware Project Management Experience managing Low Production Runs Experience managing IP and Patent Application process (1B) Chief Operating Officer (Ventura, CA) The Chief Operating Officer position reports directly to the Chief Executiv= e Officer (CEO) and is responsible and accountable for the planning, manage= ment, performance, and improvement of the company operational management an= d growth. The COO serves as a key member of the executive leadership team a= nd represents the CEO and the Board in interactions with employees, custome= rs, vendors, partners, and other organizations. Responsibilities: * Provides direction and leadership in the identification, development, and= implementation of strategies, programs, ordinances, policies, decisions, a= ssignments, and activities to ensure efficient and effective results. * Provides direction and leadership to the company in its executions and al= ignments of the company strategic visions. * Directs and evaluates the performance of organizational programs, and per= sonnel; plans, organizes, oversees, authorizes, and coordinates departmenta= l and corporate wide systems, routines, projects, assignments, and activiti= es. * Represents the company before various stakeholders (employees, customers,= vendors, and partners). * Performs human resource responsibilities in leading the acquisition and d= evelopment of a diverse, inclusive, positive, high performing organization.= Provide staff development opportunities; use performance management tools;= coach and counsel employees and managers; and administer disciplinary acti= on. * Works closely with the CEO in strategic planning; developing implementati= on plans; setting priorities; and serving as acting CEO in their absence. * Performs other assigned responsibilities as delegated by the CEO and/or a= ssigned through the Board of Directors. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE * The ideal candidate has a track record of demonstrated leadership, proven= accomplishments, and established success in growing a company from a small= to mid-size level. * The candidate would also be familiar with an additive manufacturing based= business with both hard and soft intellectual assets. * Familiarity with equity evaluation of data driven companies is preferred. * Must have strong leadership skills in organizational management, with sof= t skills to build and lead leaders. * Must also be very positive, fair minded, caring, and have clear visions a= nd is a clear communicator. * A Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college with major cours= ework in business administration, engineering, or a closely related field i= s required. An MBA is highly desirable. * Minimum experience requirements include ten to fifteen years of recent an= d increasingly responsible administrative or managerial experience in a rel= ated industry.=20 The ideal candidate must be knowledgeable about: * The principles, practices, and methods of leadership in a fast pace techn= ology organization, strategic planning, performance measurement, continuous= quality improvement, policies and system development and implementation; * The principles and practices necessary to manage a lean manufacturing ope= ration. * The principles and practices of effective leadership and staff supervisio= n, including selection, training and development, dynamics of line-staff re= lationships, techniques of effective interpersonal communications and relat= ions, effective problem-solving and decision-making techniques, planning an= d delegating work, performance evaluations, positive recognition methods, a= nd progressive discipline; The ideal candidate must be able to: * Evaluate, monitor, and lead service improvements designed to facilitate o= rganizational unity and the effective and efficient delivery of services; * Initiate, develop, and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures,= work standards, and internal controls; * Balance conflicting objectives and policies; diplomatically identify, neg= otiate and administer effective resolutions; * Select, motivate, supervise, and constructively evaluate managers and sta= ff; * Maintain and exhibit discretion and integrity when handling sensitive inf= ormation; * Communicate effectively including strong written and oral communication s= kills; * Provide effective leadership in a diversely staffed organization, consist= ent with executive direction and company principles and values; * Represent the company in the community and markets including public relat= ions and engagements; * The selected candidate will be a confident leader and manager with strong= interpersonal and staff relationships skills. * Candidate must be a good listener, possess energy and enthusiasm, and is = vision and mission driven. * This person must be politically savvy, open to the ideas of others, flexi= ble, able to think outside the "box," create partnerships, build consensus,= and bring harmony and cohesion to the various interests of the company. * The selected candidate must be fair in dealing with issues and people and= possess professional, personal, and spiritual integrity, high moral standa= rds, and strong ethics. * Candidate must also be flexible to adapt to the changing workforce enviro= nment and engage staff in developing skills and attributes for future leade= rship roles. * Other attributes include the ability to command and earn respect througho= ut all levels of the organization and in the community, be a team player wi= th a "can do" attitude, and facilitate and resolve a variety of complex iss= ues and challenges. BENEFITS * Competitive salary * Attractive benefits package (2) OEM Marketing Manager (West Coast)=20 This client is one of the world's largest electronic chemicals companies an= d they have retained me to identify candidates (ideally local) for a positi= on based in Palo Alto, CA. They seek a talented marketing manager to work w= ith OEMs and achieve design-ins using their proprietary chemicals and proce= sses for interconnects (PWBs, and assembled parts). Fluency in an Asian language would be a plus and travel is anticipated to b= e approximately 50%. The primary requirement for the position would be a tr= ack-record of accomplishment in working with OEMs to drive adoption of spec= ific standard processes in surface finishing of PWBs and/or interconnects.= =20 BS or MS in Chemistry, Materials Science or Physical Science is needed; PhD= would be a plus. Experience with electroless nickel, electroless copper, i= mmersion gold and other plating processes for PWBs and laminates would be a= plus. Must have good communication and "people" skills. Qualifications Bachelors degree in physical science or engineering discipline Minimum of 8 years of industry experience, either at a PWB manufacturer, el= ectronics assembly manufacturer (EMS), electrochemical material or manufact= uring system supplier Minimum of 4 years in a technical marketing role or equivalent, with respon= sibilities including working directly with electronics systems design/manuf= acturing companies (OEMs) with concentration on the specification of printe= d wiring boards, flexible circuits, and/or electronic components. Track record of achieving superior results in development, market introduct= ion and commercialization of new products and processes for printed wiring = board manufacturing and/or finishing of electronic components. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Fluent English language Ability to travel frequently in all regions (estimate ~ 50% travel) Desired Experience: Masters degree or PhD in physical sciences or engineering discipline MBA degree with concentration in marketing, innovation management or equiva= lent Four or more years of experience working directly for an electronics system= design/manufacturing company (OEM) with global leadership in telecommunica= tion, consumer products, and/or automotive industries. Experience in characterization and optimization of electrochemical processe= s. Four or more years=E2=80=99 experience in a supervisory, project management= or program management position, leading high-performance cross-functional = teams of marketing, sales, engineering and R&D personnel. Fluency in Japanese, Chinese or Korean language, and fluency in Asian cultu= res (4) Senior Sales/Account Management Position, Novel Storage Solutions JOB SUMMARY:=20 Build and manage relationships with key decision-makers in enterprise syste= ms companies which are current or potential customers. Manage sales process= for innovative storage solutions which are in late development stage. Deve= lop and communicate enterprise systems benefits using innovative storage so= lutions. Manage relationships with enterprise systems customers=E2=80=99 de= cision-makers, including procurement/supply chain teams, etc. The title is = pretty flexible and could easily be a Director role (if appropriate), or po= ssibly higher.=20 MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:=20 The applicant must have over 10 years experience in a senior role selling i= nnovative, leading-edge storage solutions to major enterprise systems custo= mers. Should have familiarity with enterprise systems architectures. Master= s degree a plus.=20 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:=20 Must be a strong communicator with customers=20 Ability to write clearly and concisely in both text and Powerpoint document= s=20 Deep knowledge of the sales process for novel solutions to enterprise syste= m customers=20 Strong record of success in closed deals=20 Effective at presentation of ideas LOCATION: Flexible, must be willing to travel. If you are interested in applying for one of these positions, please respon= d with a resume. Referrals and recommendations are also welcomed. Best Regards, Nicholas Meyler President/GM, Technology Wingate Dunross, Inc. ph (818)597-3200 ext. 211 <nickm@wdsearch.com> -- 28632 Roadside Drive Agoura Hills, CA 91301 United States -- http://app.streamsend.com/private/u4Kt/nKR/fHLIhgs/unsubscribe/29= 719271=
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