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Christopher Bedell

Antioch,IL

Summary

Dynamic VP of Operations with a proven track record at Solideon, where I spearheaded the launch of a pioneering robotic 3D printing center, raising $5 million in pre-seed funding. Expert in operations management and team building, I excel in transforming strategic plans into measurable successes, notably enhancing workforce planning and cross-functional team coordination.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

VP of Operations

Solideon
Berkeley, CA
02.2023 - 04.2024
  • Drove fundraising initiatives that exceeded targeted pre-seed funding thresholds, raising 5 million dollars.
  • Directed strategic operations aligned with organizational goals, resulting in the launch of a pioneering robotic 3D printing center.
  • Sourced equipment to design an initial robotic manufacturing cell and machine shop.
  • Established guidelines for standard operation in process and testing.
  • Facilitated leadership planning sessions to synchronize cross-functional teams with the company roadmap, translating long-term organizational objectives into actionable and measurable tasks for team members.
  • Established protocols to enhance processes in hiring, integrating new employees, and career advancement.
  • Managed workforce planning activities to support advancements in robotic 3D printing technology.

Sales & Project Engineer, EEMEA

Stryker
Amsterdam, Netherlands
08.2021 - 04.2022
  • Arranged demonstrations or equipment trials to persuade customers and drive sales.
  • Led product training sessions for clients to ensure successful implementation and usage.
  • Provided technical support and guidance to clients post-sale to ensure product integration and satisfaction.
  • Drafted, presented and responded to proposals for specific customer requirements with industry-specific solutions.
  • Created project plans and monitored progress against milestones.

Senior Project Engineer, Advanced Operations

Stryker
Flower Mound, TX
01.2019 - 08.2021
  • Introduced a Pick to Light system, resulting in the facility's first 100 percent RFT new product launch.
  • Directed launch projects in Advanced Operations, successfully bringing five novel medical devices to market.
  • Collaborated with upstream and downstream teams for successful new product introduction.
  • Created comprehensive budget strategies ensuring approval for capital investment in manufacturing lines.
  • Contributed to medical device design reviews by suggesting manufacturable solutions.

Integration Specialist, Communications

Stryker
Chicago, IL
04.2017 - 12.2018
  • Acquired expertise in optimizing the design and function of surgical environments.
  • Exhibited strong organizational and time-management skills in overseeing multiple operating room installations.
  • Led teams surpassing 20 personnel to implement medical gas rework projects across multiple states.
  • Managed external vendors providing services related to system integrations.
  • Developed requirements for system modifications and new system installations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of Wisconsin, Madison
Madison, WI
08-2015

Skills

  • Workforce planning
  • Operations management
  • Capacity planning
  • Production scheduling
  • Team building and motivation
  • Cross-functional team coordination
  • Strategic planning
  • Project management

Timeline

VP of Operations

Solideon
02.2023 - 04.2024

Sales & Project Engineer, EEMEA

Stryker
08.2021 - 04.2022

Senior Project Engineer, Advanced Operations

Stryker
01.2019 - 08.2021

Integration Specialist, Communications

Stryker
04.2017 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of Wisconsin, Madison

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