Masateru Kawai
About Masateru Kawai
Masateru Kawai serves as the Director of Human Resources at Synaptics, a position he has held since 2015. He has extensive experience in human resources, having previously worked at companies such as Entegris, Motorola Solutions, and Applied Materials.
Current Role at Synaptics
Masateru Kawai serves as the Director of Human Resources at Synaptics, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he oversees various human resources functions, contributing to the development and implementation of HR strategies that align with the company's goals. His extensive experience in human resources management supports Synaptics in fostering a productive work environment.
Previous Experience at Entegris
Prior to his current role, Masateru Kawai worked at Entegris as the Director of Human Resources for a period of seven months in 2018. His tenure at the Billerica, Massachusetts location involved managing HR operations and supporting organizational development initiatives.
Experience at Motorola Solutions
Masateru Kawai was the Head of Country Human Resources at Motorola Solutions from 2012 to 2014. Based in Chicago, Illinois, he was responsible for leading HR strategies and practices that supported the company's operational objectives during his two-year tenure.
Career at Applied Materials
Masateru Kawai has a significant history with Applied Materials, where he held multiple positions over a span of 15 years. His roles included Operations Human Resources Generalist, HRD Manager, and Human Resources BP Manager, contributing to various HR functions and initiatives in Santa Clara, California.
Education in Industrial Engineering
Masateru Kawai studied Industrial Engineering at Setsunan University from 1986 to 1991. This educational background provided him with foundational knowledge and skills that have been instrumental in his career in human resources and organizational management.