References & Project Examples
Over 25 years of experience in manufacturing industry – documented through measurable results in international projects at renowned industrial companies.
Years of Industry Experience
Countries with Project Experience (incl. BCC)
Budget Optimization through VAVE
Languages (DE, EN, ES)
Clients & Partners
Trusted by leading companies in industry and automotive
Qualifications & Certifications
- Dipl.-Ing. Mechanical Engineering (Energy Technology) – FH des Saarlandes
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
- PMI Project Manager
- Certified QM Auditor (TÜV Rheinland)
Industry Experience
- Automotive & Supplier Industry
- Mechanical & Plant Engineering
- HVAC & Climate Systems
- Fluid Handling & Thermal Management
- Mechatronics & Electronics
- Plastics Technology & Interior
- Pharma & Medical Technology
- Consumer Goods & Packaging
Project Examples
Selected project references from over two decades in manufacturing industry. All information is anonymized – industry, scope, and results are based on actually completed mandates.
International Technology & Logistics Transfer
Industrial Supplier – Fluid & Thermal Management
Private equity company, 1–2 bn EUR revenue, 2,000–5,000 employees
Role: Interim Project Manager
Challenge
Complex transfer of manufacturing technologies and logistics processes between sites in Germany, Spain, Italy, China, Mexico and Eastern Europe as part of a restructuring.
Approach
Leading international programs in thermal/fluid management with consistent QCDP management, coordination of interdisciplinary teams across multiple countries and Best-Cost-Country sites.
Results
- QCDP target achievement: 100%
- Successful technical and logistics transfer across 6 sites in 4 countries
- Prototype manufacturing and innovation management stabilized
Greenfield Production Site Setup Slovakia
Industrial Supplier – HVAC Systems
Private equity company, 500M – 1 bn EUR revenue, 1,000–2,000 employees
Role: Program Manager
Challenge
Setup and ramp-up of a new production site in Slovakia from planning to series production start (SOP) under strict schedule and quality requirements from customers.
Approach
Overall responsibility for international programs incl. stakeholder management, industrialization and series launch. Proactive risk management and targeted use of VAVE methods.
Results
- Greenfield start (SOP) delivered on time and quality-compliant
- Budget deviations reduced by 30% through VAVE
- All quality standards met
Taskforce Management in Quality & Delivery Crises
Industrial Supplier – Fluid Handling
Listed company, 200–500M EUR revenue, 2,000–5,000 employees
Role: Program Manager
Challenge
Recurring quality and delivery crises with customer escalations. Ensuring series readiness along the entire product development process.
Approach
Escalation management towards customers, sustainable project stabilization, optimization of manufacturing processes and targeted negotiations with suppliers.
Results
- 8 strategic projects successfully led to SOP
- Project margins improved by 10%
- Quality and schedule requirements fully met
Stabilization of Critical Customer Programs
Industrial Supplier – Mechatronics
Family-owned company, > 5 bn EUR revenue, > 10,000 employees
Role: Program Manager (Interim)
Challenge
Critical quality, schedule and cost problems in ongoing customer programs required immediate intervention and stabilization.
Approach
Taskforce leadership with milestone and interface management, series readiness assurance and customer representation according to PEP.
Results
- Critical project stabilized in 20 weeks
- Return on Sales (ROS) of 12% achieved
- Quality, schedules and customer supply sustainably secured
Industrialization and Process Optimization Interior
Industrial Supplier – Interior & Plastics Technology
Family-owned company, 2–5 bn EUR revenue, > 10,000 employees
Role: Engineering Manager
Challenge
Increasing process efficiency in series production of high-volume components for premium customers while ensuring quality, cost and schedule targets.
Approach
Leading and coordinating product and process development in Germany, Czech Republic and Poland (BCC sites), customer management, CIP programs and personnel development.
Results
- Process efficiency increased by 25%
- Successful series implementations for premium customers
- Leading international teams across 8 countries (Europe, Asia, Americas)
ISO 9001 Certifications and QM Audits
Technical Inspection Organization
Public institution, 2–5 bn EUR revenue, > 10,000 employees
Role: Project Manager / QM Auditor
Challenge
Industrial companies needed support in implementing and certifying quality and safety management systems according to ISO 9001.
Approach
Leading consulting, audit and training projects in quality and safety management systems.
Results
- More than 10 ISO 9001 certifications successfully led
- Companies from various industries certified
- Sustainable QM systems implemented
Working Approach & Methodology
Hands-on Mentality
Operational implementation instead of pure consulting. Immediate assumption of responsibility even in critical taskforce scenarios.
QCDP Management
Consistent management according to Quality, Cost, Delivery and People – measurable results in every phase.
Intercultural Competence
Trilingual (DE, EN, ES) with experience in 8 countries incl. Best-Cost Countries – from Europe to Asia to the Americas.