Andre Milchereit

Head of Industrial Engineering | Efficiency Improvement | Scalable Solutions for Manufacturing | Lean Processes & Operational Excellence

Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

About

I’m a results-driven Industrial Engineering Head with a clear focus: boosting efficiency, reducing complexity, and delivering measurable impact in production With a strong foundation in lean methodologies and hands-on leadership, I lead cross-functional teams through process improvements that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and support long-term operational excellence. I combine technical know-how with strategic thinking – ensuring not only that systems run smoother, but that teams are aligned, empowered, and performance-focused. 🔧 Core strengths: – Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement – Process Efficiency & Cost Reduction – Digital Transformation (Industry 4.0) – Team Leadership – Scalable Production I thrive in dynamic environments where challenges are complex and results matter. Let’s connect if you’re passionate about operational performance – or looking for someone who is.

Experience

  • Vorwerk Gruppe (Full-time · 11 yrs 2 mos)
    • Leiter Montage-/Prüftechnik
      May 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 3 mos

      -Disciplinary management of the engineering team -Cost und Budget Responsibility for all Machines and Production Equipment -Interdisciplinary coordination between production, development, quality assurance and purchasing -Responsible for on-time commissioning of production equipment -Planning of production layouts and project planning of assembly systems -Conception and realization of special machines -Optimization and rationalization of series production -Integration of Industry 4.0 principles and Digitalization of production

    • Produktmanager Kobold Systems
      Jun 2017 - May 2022 · 5 yrs

      -Cost and budget responsibility for all series products -Steering of the entire cross-product change management -Steering and control of projects in an international environment -Initiating and steering of CIP projects -Reporting to the board -Distribution and agreement of tasks/work packages, definition of interfaces with the line functions

    • Qualitätsingenieur
      Jun 2015 - Jun 2017 · 2 yrs 1 mo