On- Line Interview Output Demonstration

Following is an example of the input received from an On-Line Interview actually received in response to a project.  The names and details have been deleted to preserve confidentiality.  The contents of the applicable job posting and Position Matrix are shown in blue.  Comments are noted in red type.

Contact Information.  This section develops basic information about the candidate.

Contact_FullName: DEMO
Contact_HomePhone: DEMO
Contact_Email: DEMO
Reference:
T1: Dennis Payne (the Roster Network Member or Executive responsible for the project)
activities5:
tools5:
level5:
current_title: (last) Vice President Operations
desired_title: General Manager, VP Operations
current_salary: (last)
desired_salary: 
travel: 50% +/-
commute: 25-30

Minimum Position Requirements - Qualifications.  This section captures the candidates qualifications as they relate to the minimum qualifications described on the position posting.

Qualifications as submitted by candidate

Extensive management experience (over the ten years minimum specified) in the direction of manufacturing operations WITH DIRECT EXPERIENCE IN BOTH VALVE  (COMPANY NAME) PRODUCTION. Expertise spans manufacturing, quality, engineering, materials, purchasing, accounting, finance, personnel, technical and customer service, sales and marketing.

Direct experience with product design and engineering coupled with a BS degree in Engineering (UNIVERSITY) plus graduate studies (MBA, approx. 1 yr. remaining) and Executive Development at (UNIVERSITY), Quality Assurance and Quality Control Management (in valve manufacture), jobbing experience in both valve and pump manufacture, new product and process development, plant layout (including complete company development) and upgrade, all manufacturing support operations (P&IC, IS, Laboratories, Test, Technical Services, Project Management, Logistics, Facilities and Industrial Engineering, job costing/Accounting, etc.).

Record of success in the direction of technology/engineering-oriented operations in fast paced, rapidly growing companies including (COMPANY LIST). New products and processes developed and launched at each (directly involved with new product development with COMPANY for PRODUCT), new technologies introduced for productivity and efficiency improvements, significant reductions in waste. Extensive experience in new product design and process engineering, tooling design, process qualification, material engineering (metals, plastics, composites, other) and responsibility for direction of total product, process, industrial, and quality engineering.

Senior management responsibility for strategic planning and implementation in concert with visions and directions evolving from close interaction with superiors/corporate/peers, etc. Operating "action" plans and budgets created, implemented, and managed consistent with strategic plans through close interaction with direct reports and "hands on" involvement. Timelines created/established, monitored, and adjusted throughout the process. Strategic planning performed via close interaction (including "brainstorming") between CEO and senior operating staff (including myself) at (COMPANY LIST). Extensive experience in budgeting (fiscal operating and capital expense) and financial planning and control. Experience also includes complete development of all business & marketing plans, finance, facilities, customer base, and total operations of a start-up company (COMPANY). Complete P&L for major divisions of (COMPANY), (COMPANY), (except sales), and companies which I have founded and operated myself.

Developed and implemented "focused factories" at (COMPANY) in the areas of stamping, heat-treat, machining (selected centers), generator and pump production. Formal continuous improvement programs established at (COMPANY) and (COMPANY) (both ISO certified), and (COMPANY) was recognized by AT&T as "best in class" as a result of overall performace/results and systems. Committed to TQM, employee empowerment and development, synchronous engineering and manufacturing.

BS Metallurgical Engineering (UNIVERSITY) Career focus on the direction of operations involved with metal working processes. Additional graduate studies (MBA) at (UNIVERSITY) and (UNIVERSITY). Executive Development Program at Harvard Business School (sponsored by (COMPANY))

Extensive experience in close tolerance precision machining, assembly and test including those utilized in the production of valves (machining, grinding, welding, assembly, hydrostatic test, radiography, finishing and coating) and pumps (same processes, plus forming of frames, painting, run tests, etc.). Machining experience also includes tight tolerance production of engine components, professional power tool components and motors, automotive parts, and others.

Direct management experience in high volume, job shop production of valves and pumps in addition to various other products (castings, air filtration scrubbers, chemical media, electronic monitors, custom bronze signs, memorials, statues/art). Total career manning ranges from about 100 to nearly 1,000 people with sales (or throughput) ranging from about $4.0 - $350.0 Million.

Senior management responsibility for international multi-site manufacturing and distribution operations. Management experience with both union (Teamsters) and non-union operations. Effective in maintaining operations "non-union".

Macro Activities from Position Matrix and Candidate's response.

Activity 1, Candidate's Response

The discipline and process of evaluating existing capabilities and opportunities, establishing plans for and costs associated with correction, communicating, executing and managing effective plans has been fundamental in my experience with company turnarounds. Performance turnaraounds and expansions accomplished at (COMPANY) and (COMPANY LIST) Tools also include both strategic (vision) and operating/ functional planning and implementation (including budgeting and project plans in support of strategy). The "strategic" part of plans established (associated with growth versus "task") has been the driver for longer-term changes/additions and has been an evolution process from senior level or corporate "vision" which I have always been involved with.

Key "tool" to this and all answers following includes close interaction, involvement, and communication with all personnel involved with "making it happen". Accountability and responsibility, coupled with recognition and "mentoring", has been fundamental in my leadership experience relative to preparing and developing personnel for future growth opportunities.

Tools 1

Extensive personal experience with manufacturing operations, Financial records (P&L's), close interaction and interface with personnel, performance reports (Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety), Internal Documented Systems (compliance).

Level 1

Sole, shared with senior management

Activity 2, Candidate's Response

Directly responsible for either developing or participating in the development of long range strategic (vision based, fluid and subject ot change depending upon internal and exernal factors) and shorter range "action" plans in support of the strategic objectives and vision. Action planning includes facility upgrades and technology enhancements, procedure or system development, equipment additions, facility expansions, and new product development among other issues necessary for attainment of goals and/or continuous improvement. Personnel planning is included in budget development, Exempt and Non-Exempt personnel budgeting, sales forecasts, and production planning. Financial planning includes fiscal operating and capital expense budgets based upon sales forecasts and manufacturing capabilities. My experience also includes total business plan (including all pro forma operating forecasts and tables), and marketing plans.

Strong background as "champion" for continuous improvement initiatives and programs in all areas of operations. Fundamental to productivity and efficiency gains, and assuring that operations continue to "outpace" competition and "lead the way". Absolute necessity for "common focus". Advocate of self-directed work teams (focused factories) and total empowered workforce with experience in developing and implementing the same.

Extensive experience in new product development and "rapid prototyping" (valves, consumer products, industrial air filtration products). Experience spans conception, design, prototyping, test, first article and mass production, and market launch.

Maintaining awareness of latest technological advancements has been accomplished by employing and maintaining (through association memberships, shows, technical journals, in-house R&D, continuous improvement initiatives on existing products and processes, peer interaction both inside and outside the immediate operation, customer input and feedback) a well qualified team and constantly "raising the bar" of expectations (maintaining challenge).

Tools 2

Strategic Planning, Operating "Action" Plans, Training, ISO Procedures, Direct leadership and challenge, Personal involvement in activities, organizations, and functions related to the industry, close interaction with customers, close interaction with the entire workforce, personal experience in all areas, ISO procedures.

Level 2

Sole and shared with department heads, engineers, technicians, "focused factories", customers and sales personnel, essentially the entire organization

Activity 3, Candidate's Response

Extensive use and continual upgrade of Information Systems (IS) has been essential throughout my career to assure timely and accurate communication of performance and requirements. application of SPC and SQC techniques has been and remains fundamental relative to process-related costs/efficiencies, quality, utilization, and communication to affected personnel. Extensive use and application of computer reporting systems and Internet communication with customers, suppliers, and other sources.

Close interaction with the Controller/Accounting Manager is maintained as standard operating procedure to assure effective control and performance to budgets. Issues and performance are reviewed directly with department heads.

Tools 3

Information Systems (IS), SPC & SQC, Close interaction with applicable personnel, communications, sound financial budgeting and controls, personal experience in all areas, ISO procedures.

Level 3

Sole and shared with departmental management, Accounting, IS, HR,

Activity 4, Candidate's Response

My experience includes total staffing of operations, mentoring and grooming personnel for advancement, replacement of personnel as needed, and assuring team members are motivated and share a "common focus".

Inventory turns have consistently improved in each of the operations I have directed as a result of stressing and ongoing basic discipline to Quality, Cost, and Delivery. Specific changes implemented to reduce inventories include conversion to KANBAN (and Continuous Flow where applicable)and implementation of Lean/JIT principles, coupled with sophistication of planning and control processes (MAPICS/MRP and ERP), plus facility changes affecting purchased quantities and negotiating techniques (such as systems contracting).

Close interaction and communication with senior management and involvement in the strategic planning process has always been a fundamental part of my career.

Experienced in customer support, direct sales, and working directly with cusotmers worldwide. Experienced in nationwide and global sourcing, maintain close interaction with key suppliers and negotiations, and constantly strive to maintain a "leading edge" view and understanding of industry trends and needs.

Tools 4

Personal experience in each area, ISO procedures, Involvement with customers and suppliers, IS, JIT, MRP, close interaction with personnel, performance reviews, Commuicated discipline to Quality, Cost, and Delivery.

Level 4

Sole and shared with department heads.

no_interest    This field captures the candidate's lack of interest, if any and the reason(s) therefor.

relocate

Yes. Anywhere in the U.S.

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