Andre Schneider - Interim Manager

Q: Where is Andre based?

Andre is based in Schöffengrund, Germany .

Q: What languages does Andre speak?

Andre speaks the following languages: German (Native) .

Q: How many years of experience does Andre have?

Andre has at least 28 years of experience. During this time, Andre has worked in at least 32 different roles and for 30 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 10 months . Note that Andre may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Andre's latest experience?

Andre's most recent position is Interim Project Manager at OptiManage GmbH .

Q: What companies has Andre worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Andre has worked for OptiManage GmbH , Varta , Allgaier Sachsen , Winning Plastics , and Joysonquin .

Q: Which industries is Andre most experienced in?

Andre is most experienced in industries like Automotive , Manufacturing , and Healthcare . Andre also has some experience in Food and Beverage , Aerospace and Defense , and Retail .

Q: Which business areas is Andre most experienced in?

Andre is most experienced in business areas like Operations , Quality Assurance , and Production . Andre also has some experience in Project Management , Supply Chain Management , and Procurement .

Q: Which industries has Andre worked in recently?

Andre has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Andre worked in recently?

Andre has recently worked in business areas like Production , Project Management , and Operations .

Recommended expert

Schöffengrund, Germany

Check rate

Experience

Sep 2024 - Present

1 year 8 months

Interim Project Manager

OptiManage GmbH

Project manager in engineering, cost, quality, and scheduling
Manufacturing of plastic interior trim parts

Apr 2024 - Sep 2024

6 months

Nördlingen, Germany

Interim Project Manager

Varta

Project management for engineering, commercial, timing, etc., including necessary resource planning in operations for the production of battery products / automotive
Technical leadership for project team members and external partners
Creating, tracking & adhering to the project plan
Conducting opportunity and risk management
Independently preparing reports to the BU, Head of Project Management, executive board, and client
Organizing regular project meetings
Monitoring the PEP process

Aug 2023 - Jul 2024

1 year

Oelsnitz, Germany

Interim Project Manager

Allgaier Sachsen

Troubleshooting / restoring customer satisfaction
Taking over overall project management
Managing the departments involved in the development process
Milestone tracking, crisis management, reporting
Restructuring the core process of resistance spot welding for body parts
Supporting PPAP/EMPB and IATF audit / re-certification
Supporting relocation scopes and restructuring

Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

3 months

Leinburg, Germany

Interim Manager Customer Order Center / Task Force Leader

Winning Plastics

Troubleshooting / restoring customer satisfaction
Central contact for order planning and processing
Coaching and coordinating a 15-member team in customer scheduling
Internal coordination of production schedules with the involved departments
Checking and monitoring order status in the ERP system
Managing communication through customer portals
Providing suppliers with quantity and schedule information
Ensuring delivery dates in coordination with sales
Manufacturing trim parts for vehicle exteriors such as badges, radiator grilles, covers, and electroplated parts

Mar 2021 - Apr 2023

2 years 2 months

Rutesheim, Germany

Interim Manager Industrial Engineering

Joysonquin

Leading two teams, Operations Design and Operations Engineering
RFQ, manufacturing feasibility, process flow, time studies, productivity, design for manufacturing
Layout, value stream, global footprint, capacity management, processes and systems, synchronous production, one-piece flow, waste reduction, line balancing of equipment and production lines, Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma methodology, process optimization
Focus on industrializing necessary processes, planning, design, and implementation according to Lean Management principles to produce trim parts for vehicle interiors such as steering wheels, dashboards, door panels, and center consoles

Oct 2019 - May 2020

8 months

Kitzingen, Germany

Interior Project Manager

F.S. Fehrer Automotive

managing projects in terms of schedule, technology, cost and quality
creating a detailed project plan and updating it
developing and aligning project schedules and budget planning
communicating with the customer to clarify technical questions
monitoring projects and conducting planned vs. actual analyses
coordinating, creating and tracking actions
participating in change management

Jul 2019 - Mar 2021

1 year 9 months

Haldensleben, Germany

Project Management Lead

IFA Group

advising and supporting overall project management for the manufacturing value stream
advising on process optimization (Six Sigma and Lean) for manufacturing technologies and processes, and continuous improvement of existing technologies and project teams
advising on developing and implementing measures and methods for process monitoring
advising and supporting statistical analyses in project management to improve equipment availability and reduce maintenance costs
advising and supporting continuous improvement processes in terms of cost, quality and Lean manufacturing principles

Feb 2018 - Oct 2019

1 year 9 months

Lemgo, Germany

Project Lead / Project Manager and Change Manager with Customer Interface

Isringhausen

managing and controlling technical and commercial change requests
ensuring a fast, smooth process for product changes from creation and decision-making to design implementation
supporting departments in creating change requests and checking them for completeness and plausibility
organizing the request process with the customer
coordinating interface change meetings with purchasing, quality, development and the customer
participating in optimizing existing processes
creating process improvements in the change workflow
coordinating schedules – maturity level of components and implementing changes during project phases and in series production

Jul 2017 - Feb 2018

8 months

Cologne, Germany

Quality Expert for Process Optimization

Deutz

reducing zero-hour defects in the Fit for Future project
optimizing the painting process
reducing ppm rates in the engine assembly area

May 2016 - Oct 2016

6 months

Babenhausen, Germany

Six Sigma Black Belt

Continental

collecting process data and examining process relationships – final assembly, touch pad area
analyzing weak points in the injection molding area
supporting the Continental Task Force
analyzing data and defining measures to stabilize the process (in coordination with process owners, according to the Six Sigma strategy, analyses with Minitab)
conducting process audits and training staff

Sep 2015 - Sep 2017

2 years 1 month

Ginsheim-Gustavsburg, Germany

Process Implementation Concept for the New Front and Rear Seat

Lear Corporation

Optimizing processes for the new front trim E2xx
Creating new process flows and process sheets for the new front trim E2xx
Planning and implementing process changes and conversions for the rear seat trim E2xx
Managing suppliers, including creating target/actual analyses for supplier quality
Developing equipment specifications and tracking progress

Apr 2015 - Dec 2015

9 months

Kleinostheim, Germany

Six Sigma Black Belt Project

Heraeus Sensor Technology

Collecting process data and connections
Analyzing data and deriving measures to stabilize processes (coordinating with process owners, following the Six Sigma strategy)

Jul 2014 - Sep 2014

3 months

Neuss, Germany

Interim Manager Manufacturing Engineering

Johnson Controls

Specifying anti-squeak systems
Developing requirement specifications for the systems
Managing suppliers through to contract award
Planning layout, processes, and line balancing for the anti-squeak process

May 2014 - Aug 2015

1 year 4 months

Aschaffenburg, Germany

Responsible for Quality and Process Improvement

Takata

Responsible for quality and process improvement on the Audi Airbag Module
Maintaining quality documents
Optimizing process setups using the Six Sigma strategy
Aligning measures with the customer
Responsible for quality and process improvement on the Porsche Airbag Module
Updating D- and PFMEAs
Optimizing process setups
Aligning actions with the customer

Apr 2013 - Jun 2014

1 year 3 months

Neuburg an der Donau, Germany

Process and Equipment Engineer & Trimming Process Pilot

Faurecia

Specifying end-of-line test equipment in terms of functions and quality features
Creating requirement specifications for test equipment
Selecting suppliers and implementing the project into existing plant structures
Transitioning prototypes to series production readiness
Monitoring design for assembly (DFA)
Conducting MTM analyses and leading PFMEA in line with corporate standards and program goals
Participating in DFMEA
Ensuring implementation and compliance of design for assembly process to meet program goals such as quality, cost, delivery, performance, optimization, ergonomic constraints, and process feasibility
Ensuring APQP consistency
Documenting procedures, process flow diagrams, PFMEA, control plans, and work instructions
Leading training for Run@Rates sessions and prototype builds
Providing monthly reports on activity progress and top 5 process issues
Identifying potential risks in JIT production along with associated action plans and opportunities
Acting as the interface between the program core team, the customer, and prototype manufacturing
Ensuring adherence to program milestones in manufacturing engineering

Jan 2013 - Mar 2013

3 months

Leipzig, Germany

Deputy Project Manager for Planning, Design, Delivery, and Installation

BMW

Dehumidification equipment for the passenger car paint line, base coat drying with water-based paint

Aug 2012 - Dec 2012

5 months

Kassel, Germany

Project Manager for Dip Tanks in a Paint Shop for Laboratory Purposes

Daimler

Monitoring the creation of drawings for the planned process flow
Supervising the delivery and installation of the specified scope

Aug 2012 - Dec 2012

5 months

Griesheim, Germany

Deputy Project Manager for Process Planning

SWJ-Engineering

Creating line balancing followed by optimization according to the Six Sigma strategy / Lean Manufacturing
Low-cost plant system (manual processes from painting preparation to the painted car with subsequent quality management)

Apr 2012 - Dec 2012

9 months

Steyr, Austria

Deputy Project Manager for Process Planning of Truck Body Painting

MAN

Defining planning premises
Setting the painting concept with subsequent preparation of the specification sheet
Managing construction sites for the end customer - according to schedule and budget
Site supervision

Jan 2012 - Aug 2012

8 months

Bückeburg, Germany

Project Manager for Plant Construction

EDEKA

The goal was faster and more energy-efficient drying and a better hygiene concept in the slicer area
The new drying concept was completely redesigned after a factory fire to, among other things, take advantage of the savings potential of the new drying process

Jan 2012 - Jul 2012

7 months

Schöffengrund, Germany

Project Manager Plant Engineering

D. Gath Anlagenbau

Project management in the automotive, aerospace, and food industries
Plant and process planning
Preparing tender documents
Creating requirements and specification sheets
Project and quality management
Supplier management

Mar 2011 - Dec 2011

10 months

Rastatt, Germany

Project Manager Manufacturing Engineering

Daimler

Support in ramp-up management for BR246 and BR176
Process and equipment planning
Supplier management
Ramp-up management for both model series

Aug 2009 - Feb 2011

1 year 7 months

Neuenburg am Rhein, Germany

Project Manager Manufacturing Engineering

Johnson Controls

Planning and design of production processes in a JIT plant (car seat assembly)
Process and equipment planning
Implementation of DfSS from prototypes to series production
Creating work instructions and control plans according to DIN EN9001:2000 and ISO 16949
First sample inspection, APQP, PPAP, 8D, quality management
Line balancing on assembly line
Process optimization for quality and cost savings, time studies, data analysis of production systems (downtime, etc.)
Increasing production output to eliminate night shift

May 2009 - Aug 2009

4 months

Neckarsulm, Germany

Planning Project for Paint Shop Conversion

Audi

Assisting with the preparation of tender documents
Comparing bids in terms of method, technology, and capacity

Apr 2009 - Jun 2009

3 months

Wolfsburg, Germany

Process Engineering for Plant Design

VW

Supporting the preparation of proposals for bumper painting

Mar 2009 - Jun 2009

4 months

Bückeburg, Germany

Planning project for restarting production

EDEKA

Created process flow charts
Material flow analyses

Mar 2009 - May 2009

3 months

Stuttgart, Germany

Project management for building a pilot paint plant

Akzonobel

Initial sampling of painted sheet metal samples

Jan 2009 - May 2009

5 months

Hamburg, Germany

Planning project for production process restructuring

Daimler

Process planning
Equipment planning
Creation of specifications for conveyor technology

Oct 2008 - Feb 2009

5 months

Stadtallendorf, Germany

Cost-benefit analysis for engine painting plant

Fritz Winter

Recorded process flow plan from the customer
Technical comparisons / consumption analysis
Creation of life cycle cost analyses
Identifying optimization and savings potential

Jun 2008 - Dec 2008

7 months

Herborn, Germany

Project Management Office – Executive Assistant

Sell

Creating KPIs and reviews
Deadline tracking
Project coordination

May 2008 - Mar 2009

11 months

Hörselberg-Hainich, Germany

Project Lead Planning and Execution of Supply Air System

Plastic Omnium

Quality improvement and cost savings, bumper painting

May 2002 - Mar 2008

5 years 11 months

Leuna, Germany

Six Sigma Black Belt & Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Johnson Controls

Cycle time optimization of a welding process – increased output for BMW
Fixed cost reduction for inductive component inspections
Reduction of defective welds / reduction of rework for BMW
Customer Quality Focus project – Poka Yoke - checking airbag position on metal structure
Fixed cost reduction for shielding gas consumption – metal active gas welding
Reduction of shift force of car seat rails in prototype phase for Toyota and KIA
Reduction of fixed costs for personal protective equipment, HSE
Reduction of cracking, scrap costs and rework of a metal rail and metal structures
Optimization of an adhesive process - textile backing on metal structure for BMW
Optimization of a plastic component
Conducting material analyses (surface inspection, chemical composition, mechanical properties)
Specifications for new equipment and planning of operating resources
Introduction of laser welding processes (instead of MAG)
Process planning, incoming goods, forming, welding, final assembly, shipping
Packaging tests and planning and implementation of a trucking route
Dual study program 'Studium Plus'

Apr 2002 - May 2002

2 months

Breidenbach, Germany

Skilled worker

Weber Maschinenbau GmbH

Jun 2001 - Mar 2002

10 months

Bad Laasphe, Germany

Civilian service

Sozialwerk St. Georg

Jul 1996 - Jun 2000

4 years

Breidenbach, Germany

Skilled worker & industrial mechanic (apprenticeship)

C+P Möbelsysteme

Apprenticeship as an industrial mechanic, specialization: operations technology

Industry Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time.

Experienced in Automotive, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Food and Beverage, Aerospace and Defense, and Retail.

Automotive

Manufacturing

Healthcare

Food and Beverage

Aerospace and Defense

Retail

Business Area Experience

See which departments and functions this freelancer has contributed to most.

Experienced in Operations, Quality Assurance, Production, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, and Procurement.

Operations

Quality Assurance

Production

Project Management

Supply Chain Management

Procurement

Summary

Interim Manager | Project Manager | Six Sigma Master Black Belt | Automotive | Operational Excellence | Lean Management | Process Optimization | Product Optimization With over 20 years of experience in the automotive industry, I help companies sustainably boost performance, measurably improve quality, and align processes to be stable and efficient. As a certified Six Sigma Master Black Belt, I combine data-driven analysis with hands-on implementation skills. My focus is on process optimization, product optimization, quality management, error reduction (root cause analysis), cost reduction, and sustainable performance improvement across the entire value chain. My foundation: training as an industrial mechanic, a degree in industrial engineering (mechanical engineering), and solid lean management expertise. This combines shop floor know-how with a strategic management perspective. My core competencies:

Interim management in production, quality, and operations
Project management in transformation and optimization projects
Six Sigma (DMAIC, DOE, SPC, MSA, FMEA)
Lean Management & Operational Excellence
Product and process stabilization
KPI optimization & performance management
Supply chain and production optimization My goal: to create error-free, lean, and robust processes – as a basis for significant competitive advantages and sustainable value added. I am fact-based, solution-oriented, and hands-on – from the shop floor to the management level.

Skills

Core Competencies: Interim Management, Project Management, Product And Process Optimization, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Project Leadership, Quality Management, Change Management, Operations, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Restructuring, Start-up, Kpi, Analysis, Industrial Consulting, Efficiency Improvement, Enhancement, Cost Reduction, Execution, Consulting
Personality: Hands-on, Goal-oriented, Team Player, Data-driven, Independent Work Style, Very Strong Analytical Skills
Industries: Automotive, Plant Engineering, Aerospace, Surface Technology
Software Tools: Minitab
It Skills: Ms Office, Ms Project, Ms Visio

Languages

German

Native

Education

Jul 2002 - Aug 2005

Studium Plus

Bachelor of Business Administration and Engineering, Industrial Engineer, specialization in Mechanical Engineering · Industrial Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) · Wetzlar, Germany

Oct 2000 - Jun 2001

Adolf-Reichwein-Schule

University of Applied Sciences entrance qualification · Marburg, Germany

Jul 1996 - Jan 2000

C+P Möbelsysteme

Apprenticeship as Industrial Mechanic, specialization in Plant Engineering · Industrial Mechanic, Plant Engineering · Breidenbach, Germany

...and 3 more

Certifications & licenses

Six Sigma Master Black Belt

Six Sigma Black Belt

JOHNSON CONTROLS GmbH & Co KG, Dautphetal – Friedensdorf

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 35

Experience in Automotive 22.5 y

Avg length 1 y

Longest experience 5 y 10 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 2 (Germany, Austria)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Interim Project Manager, Interim Manager Customer Order Center / Task Force Leader, Interim Manager Industrial Engineering

Main industries Automotive, Manufacturing, Healthcare

Main business areas Operations, Quality Assurance, Production

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

Certifications earned 2

Profile

Created

April 2026

Need a freelancer? Find your match in seconds.

Try FRATCH GPT

Frequently asked questions

Do you have questions? Here you can find further information.

Where is Andre based?

Andre is based in Schöffengrund, Germany.

What languages does Andre speak?

Andre speaks the following languages: German (Native).

How many years of experience does Andre have?

Andre has at least 28 years of experience. During this time, Andre has worked in at least 32 different roles and for 30 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 10 months. Note that Andre may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Andre be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Andre would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim Project Manager, Interim Manager Customer Order Center / Task Force Leader, Interim Manager Industrial Engineering.

What is Andre's latest experience?

Andre's most recent position is Interim Project Manager at OptiManage GmbH.

What companies has Andre worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Andre has worked for OptiManage GmbH, Varta, Allgaier Sachsen, Winning Plastics, and Joysonquin.

Which industries is Andre most experienced in?

Andre is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Manufacturing, and Healthcare. Andre also has some experience in Food and Beverage, Aerospace and Defense, and Retail.

Which business areas is Andre most experienced in?

Andre is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Quality Assurance, and Production. Andre also has some experience in Project Management, Supply Chain Management, and Procurement.

Which industries has Andre worked in recently?

Andre has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Andre worked in recently?

Andre has recently worked in business areas like Production, Project Management, and Operations.

What is Andre's education?

Andre holds a Bachelor in Industrial Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) from Studium Plus.

Does Andre have any certificates?

Andre has 2 certificates. These include: Six Sigma Master Black Belt and Six Sigma Black Belt.

What is the availability of Andre?

Andre will be available from May 2026.

What is the rate of Andre?

Andre's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.