Greater Gothenburg Metropolitan Area
I am an Engineering Professional focused on Innovation, Digital Transformation, and Automotive Quality Management, with over 15 years of experience in multinational companies operating in complex industrial environments and global supply chains. I have developed a solid track record in Supplier Quality, leading processes such as APQP, PPAP, process audits, and the implementation of quality systems aligned with AIAG guidelines, ensuring technical robustness, regulatory compliance, and production stability. Throughout my career, I have worked extensively at the interface between Purchasing, Engineering, Production, and international suppliers. Over time, I expanded my involvement in strategic innovation projects, applying additive manufacturing in the development of parts and technical validations. Through these initiatives, I reduced lead times and costs by up to 40%, while also mitigating technical risks during critical phases of new projects. Currently, I lead global initiatives focused on process quality digitization and automation, managing technology projects from diagnosis to implementation. I coordinate multidisciplinary stakeholders and promote global standardization, data governance, and system modernization using an agile approach. I am recognized for my ability to solve complex problems with structured and creative thinking, integrating technical expertise, systemic vision, and business impact to deliver sustainable and scalable solutions For further information, please feel free to get in touch through: Email: [email protected] Instagram: @lucas.stelziner
Key Activities: • Define and execute the strategic global digitization roadmap for Supplier Quality, including prioritizing initiatives, managing investments, and participating in corporate strategic decisions. • Lead the global digital transformation program, managing technology projects from diagnosis to agile implementation, replacing legacy systems with integrated solutions that enhance operational efficiency and decision-making support. • Redesign and globally standardize workflows using VPS, Lean Manufacturing, and Value Stream Mapping (VSM), eliminating non-value-adding steps and adapting processes to new technologies. • Establish global governance for continuous improvement in a previously non-existent process, including the development of an internal application for tracking, traceability, and prioritization of initiatives. • Lead multicultural teams and facilitate global strategic workshops, promoting organizational alignment and accelerating decision-making. Key Projects & Results: • Led the global project to unify quality processes into a single integrated digital platform (AVA System), replacing multiple legacy systems with a centralized and modern solution. • Supported the sourcing process, evaluating market solutions and internal development alternatives in partnership with IT to support strategic decisions. • Implemented the platform progressively using agile methodology, with modular deliveries and continuous solution expansion. • Platform already been implemented for over 400 internal users and approximately 6,000 global suppliers, with expansion to other areas of the organization. • Global standardization of quality processes, increasing operational efficiency by 30%, data traceability, and governance. • Established a sustainable model for digitization and continuous improvement to support organizational expansion and innovation, reducing reliance on fragmented and outdated systems.
Key Activities: • Managed the quality of international suppliers, conducting approval processes, APQP, PPAP, and process audits. • Led continuous improvement initiatives applying Lean Manufacturing and VPS concepts, both internally and with strategic suppliers. • Established governance for continuous improvement in partnership with Purchasing, defining targets, KPIs, and tracking results. • Managed non-conformities and provided technical support during supply crises, leading root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions. • Direct interface with Purchasing, Engineering, and Production for supplier development, tooling approval, and technical support in negotiations. • Managed portfolios of various products such as electrical and electromechanical components (harnesses, electronic modules, sensors, panels); structural mechanical components (supports, cross members, chassis, cast parts, cooling and exhaust pipes); vehicle safety systems (brakes, springs, suspensions, chassis, windshields). • Applied additive manufacturing for technical solutions, tools, and master samples. Key Projects & Results: • Implemented additive manufacturing solutions (3D printing) for pilot part development, master samples, and technical validations, allowing for early identification of project risks and reducing lead time by up to 40% in the approval and development of components. • Initiated the digitization of receiving processes, standardizing and archiving technical documents from suppliers such as PPAP and APQP, increasing efficiency, traceability, and organization of quality information. • Led continuous improvement projects focused on stabilizing production processes and enhancing supply chain performance, directly impacting the reduction of failures, optimizing timelines, and advancing supplier technology.
Key Activities: • Ensured the quality of parts and components supplied to the plant, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and production standards. • Investigated non-conformities on the production line, conducting technical analyses and corrective actions to prevent recurrence. • Conducted internal quality audits (ISO) and monitored action plans. • Executed mechanical inspections to validate materials and processes. • Qualified special processes, including welding and associated controls. • Conducted dimensional analyses of components using coordinate measuring machines (CMM) and manual instruments. • Collaborated with production areas to resolve quality issues and prevent line stoppages. • Applied continuous improvement practices aimed at process stability and optimizing production performance.