Biedenkopf, Hesse, Germany
• Implemented a CAQ system (Babtec) • Trained employees on CAQ system • Lead and completed several process improvement projects (Lean Six Sigma) • Provided first level IT support • Domain and server administration (Active Directory, VMware) • Managed installation of a new VoIP phone system • Completed implementation of a surveillance camera system • Planned and upgraded existing network to OM4 fiber • FMEA moderation • FMEA creation from scratch • Implemented and administered an access control system
• CAQ software and QM content trainings (FMEA, Controlplan, Inspection Planning, Gage Management, Customer Complaints) • Implementation of a new AIAG conform FMEA standard • Work instruction creation
Research: • Optimization of a production line layout through 5s method and time studies • Research on a viscosity increasing additive in polyamide 6 rotational molding • Development of a barcode system to increase traceability and status of the products • Benchmarking of the rotational PA6 production process between the German and the American facilities • Development of a benchmarking tool to ensure process equality throughout international production facilities
• Maintaining production equipment and facilities • Creation of pneumatic schematics for new machines (FluidSIM) • Assembly of new production equipment and machinery • Manufacturing replacement parts (milling, turning, welding) Skills learned during the apprenticeship: • Milling • Turning • Welding • Electrical discharge machining • Soldering • Electro pneumatic systems • CNC programming • Creating technical drawings by hand and CAD