Zurich, Switzerland
Senior Leader with 20 years of experience in engineering, operations, repair and business Integration. Demonstrated ability to performance-drive global, interdisciplinary teams, set and achieve aggressive goals and develop individuals to achieve their full potential. Excellent project management skills with ability to prioritize effectively under pressure and manage situations as they evolve. Demonstrated problem solving ability, using proven quality methodologies like Six Sigma, 8D and A3 . Ability to liaise effectively with global, cross-functional teams and organizations to drive projects forward, using a pragmatic, results-driven style. Proven organization development and change management skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills with experience of dealing with customers and senior executives. In-depth knowledge in the field of turbomachinery and industrial gas turbines, including manufacturing and repair processes.
Operational responsibility for the CFM56 / PW4000 Engine Piece Part Repair Shop in Zurich (300 employees) Guarantee for all employees a workplace that meets all safety, health and environmental requirements and regulations Responsible for operational performance of repair service centers focusing on safety, quality, on-time delivery and costs Strategy setting and active management of infrastructure, production equipment and skilled resources to meet demand at all times Cost control and management of Piece Part Repair Operations budget Driving innovative ways to improve Productivity and Quality building a continuous improvement mind-set to ensure effective use of labor, equipment, space, and materials
Manage a global team of engineers, specialists and technicians to identify, develop, industrialize, and globalize new inspection and repair technologies Set the strategy for the business in technology investments across the RDC network in people, facilities, and equipment Mentor and develop repair technologists across the globe Lead the team in finding methods of continuous improvement in shortening the NPI cycle and leveraging fastworks to deliver for the business Grow the RDC’s capabilities across the critical repair technologies Ensure timely delivery across key strategic programs and initiatives to fulfill on NPI and supply chain development activities Set high level schedules and budgets for major new initiatives. Make and keep commitments to the business to execute on key projects and programs
Driving post-close transformation plans, ensuring consistent methodologies and knowledge sharing across PS Partnering with the senior leadership to assess synergy opportunities and developing strategic plans to optimize the GRS industrial footprint Partnering with supply chain development, technology and region teams to successfully deliver synergy targets Developing strong & lean ITR processes, together with the GRS leadership team, Product Lines and Functions Working with the PS/GRS IT teams to develop and execute a total system plan Establishing a sense of belonging & nurture commitment to a shared future by connecting employees to business priorities, helping them to understand their role in GE and ensuring targeted, timely and relevant communication
Managed reconditioning activities of global network, comprising of 6 facilities with 370 employees Ensured targeted operational performance and workload balancing across network Developed and implemented repair business strategy to support fleet growth and competitiveness Defined and implemented footprint optimization; build-up of F class technology repair workshop in Phu My, Vietnam and transfer of activities from Danville, US workshop to Karlovac, Croatia facility Implemented quality driven culture, using framework of the Alstom Global Manufacturing Quality System Implemented LEAN manufacturing methods and mindset (VSM, 5S, TPM, SMED, 7W), resulting in substantial through-put time and cost reduction Executed cost reduction programs from identification to implementation of savings (make or buy, waste elimination, new technologies, product specification evolvements)
Managed team of 45 employees in Switzerland, Croatia and USA Technically responsible for the product definition, configuration and lifetime of gas turbine components of the global service fleet of more than 600 gas turbines Successfully build-up engineering resources and capabilities in Karlovac, Croatia (15 employees) Implemented part condition evaluation including technical risk assessments to support lifetime extensions Managed the development and optimization of repair products (CI of quality, production costs and cycle time) Led root cause analysis’ of component failures using 8D methodology Closely liaised with marketing, sales, procurement, field service and project management
Managed team of 20 employees in Switzerland and Croatia Responsible for product definition of large casted and welded gas turbine structural components and welded rotors Established and maintained systems and methods for project planning, resource management and priority setting Provided technical support for sales, supply chain, manufacturing and project management
Designed, produced and maintained GT product definition Led NPI of new turbine products Led manufacturing efficiency and quality improvements at numerous suppliers Supported successful build-up of external engineering offices in England and USA – recruited, trained and mentored new mechanical design engineers