Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany
I am a results-driven Operations & Production Professional currently leveraging academic rigor and hands-on experience in the high-stakes E-Mobility supply chain. As a Team Lead deployed at the CATL Central Distribution Center (CDC3) in Magdeburg, I specialize in overseeing automated logistics, end-of-line Quality Control (QC), and the precise handling of Li-ion battery modules. My technical mandate includes managing efficiency on the automatic Line, optimizing material flow, and ensuring production downtime is minimized to meet critical Day Output (EA/Line/Day) targets. I utilize my background in MES/IoT integration to drive process standardization and maintain product traceability, an essential component of battery quality and compliance. Previously, I served as Deputy Shift Lead at Flink (Essen) and delivered measurable improvements in OEE (+15%), First-Time-Right (+5%), and rejection reduction (-17%) at Voltas Beko (India). My Master’s thesis on building a real-time KPI dashboard integrating IoT, MES, and predictive maintenance confirms my expertise in digital transformation for manufacturing. I thrive at the intersection of operations, technology, and strategy, seeking opportunities where I can leverage Industry 4.0 analytics and proven Lean/Six Sigma leadership skills to shape the future of smart manufacturing and supply chain excellence. 💡 Core Strengths: E-Mobility QC & Logistics: Automated Inspection, End-of-Line (EOL) Labelling, High-Volume Throughput Management, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS). Industry 4.0 Execution: MES & Digital Factory Tools, IoT Integration (Master's Thesis), Predictive Maintenance, Real-time KPI Monitoring. Operational Excellence: OEE/Equipment Utilization, Downtime Reduction, Process Optimization, Lean Manufacturing, ISO 9001/45001 Compliance. Leadership & People: Operations Leadership (up to 30 associates), Change Management, Training & Qualification, Shift Planning.
1. Led a 20-person team (Team Lead) in an outsourced 24h/Day automated repacking and logistics operation at the CATL Central Distribution Center (CDC3), Magdeburg, directly supporting EV battery supply to European OEMs. 2. Managed performance and compliance for the Module Auto. Line, overseeing on-demand visual inspection (QC), operation of overhead cranes, and application of end-of-line labels onto returnable battery packaging. 3. Drove operational efficiency and cost control by minimizing Production Downtime and optimizing manpower deployment, with a mandate to reduce costs and maintain the Target Unit Cost (€/EA) for the contracted service. 4. Implemented KPI monitoring focused on maximizing Day Output (EA/Line/Day) and minimizing downtime, utilizing Industry 4.0 principles (MES/IoT background) to achieve CATL's stringent service quality standards.
1. Lead up to 30 associates per shift, acting as the Hub Manager’s delegate for people leadership, performance optimization, and decision-making during operations peaks and absences. 2. Own end-to-end shift execution: labor planning, floor assignment, task delegation, and hands-on support in booking, inventory control, picking, and on-time delivery. 3. Implement, analyze, and optimize new processes across inbound, storage, and outbound, using KPIs and root-cause reviews to eliminate bottlenecks and stabilize throughput and accuracy. 4. Recruit, onboard, and train new hires; standardize ramp-up plans, safety briefs, and task certification to accelerate productivity and reduce quality escapes. 5. Enforce HACCP hygiene and quality standards; run daily checks, corrective actions, and audit readiness to ensure food-safety compliance across the hub operation. 6. Maintain accurate product booking and stock integrity; perform cycle counts and discrepancy investigations to sustain high inventory accuracy and shrink control. 7. Collaborate with the Hub Manager on shift schedules and capacity plans, adjusting labor to forecast and live demand signals for balanced cost and service. 8. Champion a positive, resilient team culture, clear communication, calm incident handling, and motivation practices that raise engagement during shifts.
1. Delivered plan-versus-actual at 95% while managing assembly operations and driving a 5% First-Time-Right improvement through line balancing and error-proofing at critical stations. 2. Reduced rejections by 17% via scrap/rejection analysis and targeted corrective actions; cut NCRs by 10% through layered audits and standardized inspections. 3. Shortened cycle time by 30 seconds with time studies and bottleneck removal; lifted OEE by 15% through KPI cadence and downtime reduction measures. 4. Implemented SATO MES for end-to-end traceability, maintained SOPs, Work Instructions, point boards, and checksheets to lock in standards and audit readiness. 5. Planned and executed production on mechanical/hydraulic presses and injection molding equipment; ensured QEHS compliance to ISO 9001/14001/45001 and represented Production in CFTs.
1. Supported greenfield plant ramp-up: assisted installation and commissioning, created SOPs/WIs, and contributed to assembly line setup and balancing to meet takt and output goals. 2. Conducted pre-mass production trials and inspections, completed FSA and PPAP documentation to enable serial production handover. 3. Trained operators/DETs on 5S, safety, and standardized work, maintained daily production documents, and supported achievement of shift targets. 4. Coordinated with Maintenance and Quality during pilot runs to validate tooling, station methods, and inspection plans, captured learnings into revised SOPs/WIs to reduce startup losses before serial production handover. 5. Supported material readiness, fixture availability, and changeover checks with Planning/Logistics to keep ramp-up curves on track and minimize early-line downtime and rework.