CFW Careers

Your team matters. Before accepting an offer, make sure to ask these five key questions to understand your future colleagues better. Check out our latest blog for expert advice!

We’re Hiring: Regional Sales Director- Americas A PE-backed global leader and pioneer in metal packaging solutions is seeking a Regional Sales Director- Americas to serve as a player/coach managing a U.S-based team responsible for expanding existing customer revenue and securing new business. It’s an opportunity to take an already strong business to the next level of performance and profitability, by implementing new ideas, frameworks and playbooks. If you’re a results-driven sales professional with experience in a technical sale (e.g.- manufacturing equipment, service), known for your strategic, innovation-driven approach to new business development, we’d love to hear from you! #salesleadership #manufacturingequipmentsales #machining #internationalmanufacturingsales

?? Hiring Managers! We want you to succeed in hiring the right candidate for the long term—and that starts with asking the right questions as you develop a job description and interview process. ? Here are five key questions we always ask our clients: ? Who has excelled in this position, and what are their defining characteristics? ?? What key skills and experiences do you value most, and why? ?? What is your leadership style, and what defines the team’s culture? ?? If this new hire were to start tomorrow, what’s the biggest challenge they’d tackle first? ?? How can you shape the interview process to assess must-have requirements? We’re here to guide you every step of the way—reach out if you need a hiring resource! ???? #ExecutiveSearch #Recruiting #Hiring #Leadership

How do you define career success? At CFW Careers, our coaches work with clients to align their careers with their unique values, strengths, and passions. We ask questions like: ?? What are your top professional values? ?? What industries or challenges keep you engaged? ?? What functional roles play to your strengths? Answering these questions provides clarity and helps clients identify their “ideal next” opportunity. ?? ?? How do YOU define career success? Share your thoughts below! ??

A common practice among great career coaches is helping clients refine their responses to “Tell me about yourself.” This process includes drafting a concise narrative, identifying key career moments, and practicing delivery. Coaches often recommend recording practice videos to ensure clients sound natural and confident. Have you ever recorded yourself preparing for an interview? If so, what did you learn??

Director of Business Development: Seeking a business development leader with a Bachelor’s degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field and 5–10 years of experience in business development, marketing, or sales within the geothermal market. Must have expertise in advanced materials (e.g., graphite, carbon), project management, and high-margin sales conversion. Strong communication, CRM, and strategic planning skills required. MBA and experience in private equity-owned, fast-paced environments are a plus. This role involves market analysis, business plan execution, customer relationship management, and new product commercialization. DM us for details!?

Career growth within an organization isn’t always a straight path—it’s often a winding road, leaving employees unsure of their next steps. This uncertainty can lead to disengagement and turnover, but Internal Career Pathing changes that. Rather than relying on outdated career ladders, this framework empowers employees and managers with a roadmap for growth based on individual strengths, proactive planning, and open conversations. ?? Key Elements of Career Pathing: ? Moves from Reactivity to Proactivity – Employees take charge of their career direction with structured tools and feedback. ? Encourages Manager-Employee Conversations – Engaging discussions help employees feel valued and uncover new internal opportunities. ? Provides Clear Direction & Actionable Steps – A personalized approach to identifying strengths, opportunities, and next steps. At CFW Careers, we’ve developed a prescriptive approach to career pathing, giving individuals and organizations the tools to foster intentional career growth. Want to learn more? Message us for additional details. #CareerGrowth #TalentDevelopment #Leadership #CareerPathing #EmployeeEngagement

Director of Business Development: Seeking a business development leader with a Bachelor’s degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field and 5–10 years of experience in business development, marketing, or sales within the geothermal market. Must have expertise in advanced materials (e.g., graphite, carbon), project management, and high-margin sales conversion. Strong communication, CRM, and strategic planning skills required. MBA and experience in private equity-owned, fast-paced environments are a plus. This role involves market analysis, business plan execution, customer relationship management, and new product commercialization. DM us for details!?

Analytical Lab Scientist: Seeking a scientist with a Ph.D./MS/BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Engineering and 3-5+ years of experience in industrial chemical or polymer-based manufacturing, preferably in metal powders, polymers, or battery materials. Must have strong analytical chemistry skills, including DOE, ICP-OES, FTIR, SEM-EDX, XRD, XRF, and wet chemistry. Responsibilities include leading customer quality escalations, developing new metrology methods, and supporting R&D. Experience in a private equity-owned, fast-paced environment is a plus. DM us for details!

Coatings R&D Scientist – South Plainfield, NJ: Seeking an experienced R&D Scientist to develop coatings, dispersions, and chemical formulations for industrial lubricants, high-temperature release, conductive, and corrosion-resistant applications. Requires a Ph.D./MS/BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science with 3-5+ years in coatings, sealants, or lubricants. Must have expertise in DOE, rheology, adhesion principles, and project management. Experience in a private equity-backed, fast-paced growth environment is highly preferred. DM us for details!