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UE144: QA Director In Phoenix, AZ

Aug 13

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QA Director In Phoenix, AZ

What do you do, and what job title are you looking for?

I am a quality professional who is comfortable in any kind of manufacturing environment or situation where quality, good manufacturing Practices and where needed HACCP or Social Accountability experience is needed.

Any other certifications or training?

KT, HACCP, GMP, SPC, Social Accountability, problem solving, etc etc

Would you be willing to relocate?

yes for right position

What general salary range are you looking for?

80K+ but lets discuss

How did you end up losing your job?

Laid off December 31 2008.

What’s been the most frustrating aspect of your job search?

No responses from resume submissions.

Why would a company want to hire you?

I am dynamic and experienced, fearless, professional and friendly.

What’s the most fun you’ve had during unemployment?

Studying processes of any kind and using the data to resolve issues. Travel to offsite plants to work with them on common and uncommon problems.

Got any advice for your fellow UberEmployables?

Never give up.

» Employers, Contact Us (reference UE144) to get in touch with this professional. – UE

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UE143: International Banker In Norwalk, CT

Aug 11

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International Banker In Norwalk, CT

What do you do, and what job title are you looking for?

I am an International banker who at present is unemployed due to downsizing. A major part of my career in the financial sector has involved the developing and launching of products, re-engineering of business systems, project management, branch management, SME financing and business development. I will be a good fit for any of these disciplines.

What degrees do you have and where are they from?

MBA – Eastern Washington University, Cheney, WA

Any other certifications or training?

Financial planning certificates from U.K, NY life/Accident/Health license and Notary certification.

Various other Banking, Marketing & Management certifications from Middle East, South Asia and USA

Would you be willing to relocate?

Anywhere in the US or abroad.

What general salary range are you looking for?

Flexible

How did you end up losing your job?

Due to restructuring.

What’s been the most frustrating aspect of your job search?

Lack of suitable job openings.

Why would a company want to hire you?

I will bring to the job diversified banking skills, a good understanding of the socio-economic systems of various parts of the world , strong people skills and work ethics.

What’s the most fun you’ve had during unemployment?

Various chores that I was unable to attend earlier due to time constarint, like renovating some parts of my house, getting a professional license, playing tennis and spending time with the family.

Got any advice for your fellow UberEmployables?

Utilize the break in your career as an opportunity by acquiring more skills through education like a professional license or completing your education if you left it incomplete. Also improving present skills from the comfort of home like computer skills etc.

» Employers, Contact Us (reference UE143) to get in touch with this professional. – UE

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UE142: Executive Assistant In Astoria, NY

Aug 5

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Executive Assistant In Astoria, NY

What do you do, and what job title are you looking for?

I am an administrative support specialist. I am looking for an office support position. Preferably, I would like to work as an Executive Assistant.

What degrees do you have and where are they from?

Northern Michigan University, BA; New York Institute of Technology, MA

Would you be willing to relocate?

Yes – Chicago, IL

What general salary range are you looking for?

40-$45,000 annually

What’s been the most frustrating aspect of your job search?

I have gone on a few interviews, but I have yet to have any job offers. I feel like companies are being extra selective when they make the decision to hire an external job candidate. If you answer even one question “wrong” in the interview or do one small thing that can be counted as a negative during the interview process, you can kiss that job goodbye! It is very frustrating when you go on three or four interviews and do not get a job offer in the end.

Why would a company want to hire you?

I am hardworking and I go above and beyond the call of duty to get the job done. At my last position, I was hired on as a Studio Manager and quickly mastered that role taking on more and more responsibilities within the company. Eventually, I was working in an Executive Assistant capacity acting as the right hand person to the President of the company. Outside of that, I have a can do attitude and believe that no job is too big or too small. I have fantastic people skills, I am friendly and well-liked and I have been able to maintain long standing relationships with clients over the years.

What’s the most fun you’ve had during unemployment?

Unemployment has forced me to take risks and do things that I normally wouldn’t do. I have been making a real effort to attend networking events throughout the city, put my name out there and meet new people. Prior to being unemployed, I never would have gone to a networking event let alone walked through the doors on my own. It has made me bold and somewhat fearless.

Got any advice for your fellow UberEmployables?

Network, Network, Network! Most of the people I speak with who have been able to find jobs, have found them through connections.

» Employers, Contact Us (reference UE142) to get in touch with this professional. – UE

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UE141: Regional Sales Director In Fairfax, VA

Jul 28

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Regional Sales Director In Fairfax, VA

What do you do, and what job title are you looking for?

I have worked (and am looking for a position) as a Regional Sales Director for several companies, primarily in the technology/hardware industries.

What degrees do you have and where are they from?

BS: Finance. The Robert H. Smith School Of Business At The University Of Maryland.

Would you be willing to relocate?

I’m open to options all around the DC/NoVa area. Finding a great work environment is my primary focus.

What’s been the most frustrating aspect of your job search?

I remember when I first came out of school looking for a sales job, finding a legitimate position and a good company was a needle in a haystack. It’s that same situation again here. Even in this economy, the sheer volume of low-level “sales” jobs out there makes the search quite difficult.

Why would a company want to hire you?

Sales personnel are an interesting bunch. Some of us have little education or background, but are naturally great salespeople — unfortunately that doesn’t always translate to great management/motivational skills. I, on the other hand, have the education credentials to go along with my sales experience (I was named Salesperson Of The Year at my company in 2004). I’d like to think I strike an excellent balance between selling skills and management skills.

What’s the most fun you’ve had during unemployment?

Golf, golf, golf. Who knows — with this much practice, I might start thinking about going pro!

Got any advice for your fellow UberEmployables?

You know what they say: the Chinese use the same word for crisis as they do for opportunity. While you’re worrying about how to get your career back on track, take this opportunity to reflect on what’s truly important to you, and consider your options.

» Employers, Contact Us (reference UE141) to get in touch with this professional. – UE

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UE140: I.T. Director In NYC

Jul 20

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I.T. Director In NYC

What do you do, and what job title are you looking for?

IT Director or Manager title at a small or medium business that needs a good all around guy who knows the ropes.

What degrees do you have and where are they from?

I have a bachelors degree from Hofstra. Makes better for a napkin than a degree though, all of my experience came from working in the corporate world

Would you be willing to relocate?

anywhere in the city, or long island or westchester is worth looking at. I used to drive 1 1/2 hrs to work at a previous job so nothing around nyc surprises me.

What’s been the most frustrating aspect of your job search?

Ive been in business long enough to know inexperienced IT managers make expensive decisions. So it is pretty frustrating to hear companies say they dont need someone with as much experience as I have (aka I’m too expensive) when chances are the next guy they hire will blow my whole salary on a bad negotiation for a vendor contract.

Why would a company want to hire you?

Doing this for 10+ yrs means I’ve seen it all, from POTS lines to PBX to VOIP and from DSL to T1 to wifi. I have also negotiated 7 and 8 figure vendor contracts in my time and making sure the company gets the best for their dollar is my #1 priority.

What’s the most fun you’ve had during unemployment?

Seeing my family more, and going on vacation without having the Blackberry going off every minute was really relaxing.

Got any advice for your fellow UberEmployables?

Don’t pass up a job just because of the money, especially if you didn’t interview for it yet. If you like the company and the people you work with, you won’t mind being a little underpaid. You can always change your personal budget to make the money work but you can’t change the people you work with or how rewarding your job is.

» Employers, Contact Us (reference UE140) to get in touch with this professional. – UE

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UE139: Web Designer in Kansas City, MO

Jul 16

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Web Designer in Kansas City, MO

What do you do, and what job title are you looking for?

I’m a website designer/developer in the missouri/kansas area. I can work as a designer or PHP developer or both, and any Sr level position would be right for my experience.

What degrees do you have and where are they from?

BFA in Graphic Design from Missouri State, 2004

Would you be willing to relocate?

My parents live closer to Springfield, so i’d be willing to consider that.

What general salary range are you looking for?

doesnt seem like much to ask for $40 to 50k depending on how many other guys are around to handle the work. I turned down a job for less… thankfully i’m not at that point yet.

What’s been the most frustrating aspect of your job search?

Like someone else said, it’s just hard to even get people on the phone anymore. Also I have an online portfolio and i feel like no one even sees it because all the application processes want you to do is fill out specific questions. I ended up putting my link wherever i could in my resume and answers.

Why would a company want to hire you?

I’m a great teammate, i don’t mind working long hours or weekends to get a project done, and i really do love what i do. Also, my references would say that i deal very well with clients.

What’s the most fun you’ve had during unemployment?

Always wanted to start my own web design company, and i’ve kinda been forced to freelance right now so it’s a good start.

Got any advice for your fellow UberEmployables?

No sense in being upset over something that’s out of your hands. Just do what you have to do and be thankful for what you do have.

» Employers, Contact Us (reference UE139) to get in touch with this professional. – UE

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