Jiading District, Shanghai, China
Senior Executive with 20+ years of experience in the automotive and manufacturing industry, including leadership roles in a German-based multinational technology group with global operations across Europe and Asia. Proven track record in driving operational excellence, implementing advanced manufacturing processes, and leading large-scale transformation projects in international environments. Expert in establishing new production sites, optimizing supply chains, and building high-performing teams across diverse cultures. Extensive experience in quality management and compliance, ensuring adherence to international standards and delivering continuous improvement in product and process quality. Recognized for strategic vision, strong financial acumen, and ability to deliver sustainable growth through innovation and collaboration.
Responsibilities: - Full operational and strategic leadership of the joint venture, including P&L accountability - Driving transformation initiatives to enhance efficiency, profitability, and competitiveness - Implementing Industry 4.0 and digitalization strategies across production and business processes - Leading organizational development and talent management to build a high-performing team - Securing long-term business sustainability through industrialization of new products and technologies Key Achievements: - Improved financial results through targeted cost-reduction measures and process optimization - Successfully introduced advanced digitalization and smart manufacturing concepts, increasing productivity and transparency - Strengthened JV governance and collaboration between international stakeholders - Established robust processes for new product industrialization, ensuring future growth and market alignment
Responsibilities: - Full responsibility for production operations, including planning, execution, and continuous improvement - Oversaw maintenance teams and ensured optimal machine availability and reliability - Managed investment planning and machinery procurement to support capacity expansion and technological upgrades - Implemented the company’s Production System, driving lean principles and operational excellence - Led cross-functional teams and ensured compliance with global quality standards Key Achievements: - Increased production efficiency by 3-5% through process optimization and automation initiatives - Successfully industrialized new product lines, securing long-term competitiveness and customer satisfaction - Reduced operational costs by 3% while maintaining high quality and delivery performance - Strengthened collaboration between German headquarters and local teams, ensuring alignment with global strategy
Responsibilities: - Developed and enhanced the quality management system to ensure compliance with international standards and customer requirements - Defined and implemented quality objectives to drive continuous improvement in product reliability and process performance - Negotiated and managed quality agreements with partners, aligning project plans with quality-related requirements - Oversaw budgeting and cost control for quality-related investments and operational expenses Key Achievements: - Successfully improved product quality and reliability through systematic root cause analysis and preventive measures - Reduced quality-related costs by 2% through optimized processes and supplier development - Strengthened collaboration with global customers and suppliers, ensuring alignment with international standards - Supported industrialization of new products by integrating robust quality planning into project execution
• Quality Assurance Production • Determination of operating figures • Work inside cross-functional teams for internal quality problem solving
• On schedule job processing • Deployment scheduling • Initiation of new equipment • Launch of new production process (inductive hardening of housing) • Plan and coordination of preventive maintenance
• Manufacturing and assembling of ball joints