Solothurn, Solothurn, Switzerland
Born and raised in South Africa, I have learned to appreciate diversity and different cultures. I am people-oriented and draw my energy from working with people who want to develop themselves further. I have been involved with LEAN throughout my life and apply the principles of "servant leadership". My technical background, combined with various management positions, has prepared me for this role – how can I help you?
Lead and develop the Global IMS Team (Subject experts in H&S / QMiP / Environment) Provide strategic direction and purpose to the organisation
Lecturer for Process Management in Operational Excellence and Lean Management
Supporting the Organisation to actively train, apply and improve our standards of investment projects for equipment, buildings and technologies. Subject matter expert on Early Equipment Management by promoting the collaboration between our industry segments, whilst learning from experience. Function as a coach of segment representatives in design tools, developing and executing improvement workshops. Analyzing Losses and developing countermeasures for the organisation
- Overall responsibility of the Ramp-Up Methodology for the efficient commissioning of equipment investments - Coordination Lead of the Ramp-Up Community - Training, coaching and personal development of the community members - Promoting the active exchange of Best practices
Established and maintained the LEAN@SRO program to strengthen customer confidence. Motivating employee commitment and actively applying LEAN methods on site, as a role model and coach. Workshops, training courses and role plays were carried out using KATA. Activities from 2020: - Lean assessment carried out at the site - LMS 365 launched and maintained at the site with over 15 modules - Trained over 300 people - Developed shop-floor management at the site and rolled out across 3 business units - Executed various workshops in production, the assembly areas, as well as the cleanroom for improvement, stabilization and ergonomics/safety