Westmag is the American manufacturer of drone motors and robot actuators, backed by Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, Lux Capital, NFDG, Menlo Ventures, and other top investors. Westmag is committed to building and scaling in the U.S. to serve the global market. For more information, visit westmag.com.
About the roleAs the Head of Talent at Westmag, you will lead the company's talent acquisition strategy, building the pipelines and hiring processes that bring in the engineers and operators who will scale our drone motor and actuator manufacturing. Alongside this, you'll oversee core internal people operations to keep the employee experience running smoothly as we grow.
Key responsibilities- Own end-to-end talent acquisition: sourcing, interviewing, and closing top candidates across engineering, manufacturing, and business functions.
- Build and scale recruiting infrastructure, including pipelines, employer branding, referral programs, and interview processes, to support rapid headcount growth.
- Partner with hiring managers and senior leadership to translate business goals into hiring plans and role requirements.
- Oversee core people operations functions such as onboarding, benefits administration, HR compliance, and basic employee relations to ensure a smooth day-to-day employee experience.
- Track and report on hiring metrics, including time-to-fill, pipeline health, and offer acceptance, to continuously improve recruiting effectiveness.
RequirementsRequired qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 6+ years of experience in talent acquisition/recruiting, with at least 2+ years in a leadership capacity; technology or manufacturing sector experience preferred.
- Proven track record building and scaling recruiting functions in a high-growth environment.
- Working knowledge of employment law and HR compliance basics.
- Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.
- Experience in robotics, drone, or advanced manufacturing industries.
- Familiarity with ATS/recruiting tech stacks and data-driven sourcing.
- Some hands-on experience with people operations, such as onboarding, benefits, or HRIS.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- Advanced degree
- 8+ years of progressive experience in human resources leadership roles
- Experience in technology or manufacturing sectors
- Proven track record of developing and executing hiring strategies supporting business growth
- Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and organizational development
- Experience managing and developing high-performing HR teams
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to influence at all levels
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment
- Demonstrated success in building inclusive cultures and leading diversity initiatives
- Familiarity with HR technologies and data-driven decision making
What We Do
Western Magnetics Company, also known as Westmag, is an American manufacturer specializing in drone motors and robot actuators. Headquartered in South San Francisco, the company is committed to building and scaling production within the United States to serve the global market. Backed by prominent investors like Andreessen Horowitz and Founders Fund, Westmag focuses on providing high-volume motors and actuators to leading drone and robot companies.
