Gantri · 2 months ago
VP of Manufacturing Technology
San Leandro, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expGantri is a company reimagining manufacturing and empowering the next generation of designers and design brands. They are seeking a VP of Manufacturing Technology to lead the development of next-generation manufacturing processes, focusing on automating existing processes and developing new technologies for diverse materials.
3D PrintingFurnitureLightingManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Automate Gantri’s existing polymer-based production line using advanced robotics, vision systems, AI-driven controls, and autonomous workflows
Develop and validate new additive manufacturing processes for alternative materials (metal, ceramic, wood, stone) aligned with furniture applications
Design and prototype end-to-end automated systems, from print to post-processing to assembly
Integrate hardware, software, and data to build toward fully autonomous “lights-out” factory operations
Lead cross-disciplinary R&D, collaborating with software, materials, and design engineering to ensure manufacturability and scalability
Build and lead a world-class Manufacturing Technology organization, covering process engineering, robotics, controls, and additive R&D
Partner with external research labs and technology providers to evaluate and integrate cutting-edge manufacturing technologies
Create standards, documentation, and test protocols for new processes and automation systems
Own long-term technical roadmap for Gantri’s digital manufacturing platform and future factory network
Qualification
Required
15+ years of experience in manufacturing process development, automation, or advanced manufacturing technology
Deep expertise in additive manufacturing technologies (FDM, SLA, SLS, binder jetting, hybrid systems)
Proven experience in robotics and automation systems, including motion control, machine vision, and autonomous process design
Track record of developing and scaling new manufacturing technologies from R&D through production
Strong understanding of materials science, particularly polymers, metals, ceramics, and composites
Systems-level thinker able to integrate mechanical, electrical, software, and materials disciplines into cohesive platforms
Experience leading high-performing engineering teams and collaborating across design, software, and operations
Passion for automation, sustainability, and manufacturing innovation
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401k
Paid vacation days and paid holidays
Access to 3D printers for your personal projects
Monthly team lunches
And much more
Company
Gantri
Digital manufacturer for furniture
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2017-02-28Seed
Leadership Team
Ian Yang
Founder & CEO
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