Jordan Komoto, HR lead with Ann Arbor-based fuel cell manufacturer Adaptive Materials, kicks off our new "Hired" series.
Like this? Let us know with a $5 donation, so we can do more
Jordan Komoto, HR lead with Ann Arbor-based fuel cell manufacturer Adaptive Materials, kicks off our new "Hired" series. In his role at Adaptive Materials, Komoto is charged with interviewing candidates for open positions and has some pretty good insider's knowledge on the do's and don'ts of the process.
Our Q&A with Komoto:
Q. Tell us a little bit about Adaptive Materials
A. Adaptive Materials is the leader in portable fuel cell power. Our systems power a variety of military and commercial applications and run off readily available propane. Our core values of attitude, empowerment, innovation, and growth signify a commitment to cool thinking, organizational and personal advancement, and creative freedom.
Q. What types of positions has your company filled within last year?
A. Mechanical Engineer, Test Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Controls Engineer
Q. What are the types of skills required of these positions?
A. Demonstrated experience as a successful product design, process improvement, or test and validation engineer. We look for individuals who have had proven success as an individual contributor in a collaborative environment. We don’t look for followers; we want people who have demonstrated the ability to provide leadership in their field of expertise, without necessarily having served as a manager. As a small organization, we look for individuals who will fit into the small company culture—people who are always willing to lend a hand outside of their job description and break down or simply go around barriers to get the project done.
Q. What's the top thing you look for in a new hire?
A. Confidence, competence, and a willingness to learn. A person may not be the best interviewer, but as long as they can demonstrate they are competent, willing to learn, and confident they can be successful, it will show through in an interview.
Q. What's one thing that HR managers look for in a new hire that job seekers should focus on in interviews, resumes, etc.?
A. Concise results from your previous employment. Don’t just tell us what was in
your job description; we want to know what you were able to accomplish in your
previous position(s).
Leave a comment