Andreas Höhl - Paint Department Manager

Q: Where is Andreas based?

Andreas is based in Essen, Germany .

Q: What languages does Andreas speak?

Andreas speaks the following languages: German (Native) .

Q: How many years of experience does Andreas have?

Andreas has at least 40 years of experience. During this time, Andreas has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 7 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 5 years . Note that Andreas may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Andreas's latest experience?

Andreas's most recent position is Paint Department Manager at Montaplast GmbH .

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

In recent years, Andreas has worked for Montaplast GmbH , Grammer Interior Component GmbH , and Self-employed / Freelance .

Q: Which industries is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas is Andreas most experienced in?

Andreas is most experienced in business areas like Production , Operations , and Project Management . Andreas also has some experience in Quality Assurance and Product Development .

Q: Which industries has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas has Andreas worked in recently?

Andreas has recently worked in business areas like Operations , Production , and Quality Assurance .

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Essen, Germany

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Experience

Jul 2024 - Present

2 years 2 months

Morsbach, Germany

Paint Department Manager

Montaplast GmbH

Disciplinary and technical leadership of the paint production area with series production, polishing and rework, surface technology, robot application technology, and paint line technology
Weekly reporting of key figures such as overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), machine utilization, setup times, scrap/rework rate, productivity per employee, and absence rate
Ensuring the availability of personnel, material, equipment, and paint systems
Continuous development of employees, processes, standards, and the organizational structure
Implementation and establishment of lean management principles for waste-free production and continuous improvement process (CIP)
Planning and implementation of investments as well as budget responsibility
Targeted project coordination through to successful completion
Derivation and implementation of annual goals as well as individual target agreements with employees
Fulfillment of employer duties with regard to occupational, environmental, and health protection

Mar 2023 - Jun 2024

1 year 4 months

Hardheim, Germany

Production Manager

Grammer Interior Component GmbH

Management and coordination of the production areas metal, glass, plastic, painting, and assembly as well as the technical areas maintenance, buildings, and infrastructure
Leadership of more than 400 employees through four department heads
Deputy to site management and member of the parity commission
Monitoring and analysis of key figures such as productivity, OEE, TEEP, scrap rate, quality, workforce levels, material costs, backlogs, and customer complaints
Capacity planning and ensuring new product launches
Support of suppliers and customers as well as participation in the acceptance of tools and fixtures
Budget and investment planning as well as implementation of lean management principles to increase efficiency
Further development of processes, technologies, and the organizational structure
Promotion of employee development including succession planning and development of concrete target agreements to implement the company strategy
Responsibility for occupational safety, environmental protection, and health protection

Apr 2019 - Present

7 years 5 months

Consultant

Self-employed / Freelance

Interim management in the areas of production, shop floor, change, and lean
Project management and task force assignments
Control of product launches and bottlenecks
REFA assignments and plant organization
Department setup and functional coaching
Team development and interdisciplinary expertise
Implementation of production lines and series changes
Feasibility studies and relocation of products and production sites
Audit preparation and performance acceptance tests for product and machine
Performance optimization and troubleshooting strategies as well as issue resolution
Process engineering and focus on process robustness
Maintenance and service concepts
Creation of technical requirements specifications and technical documentation
New build and conversion of production equipment
Expertise in plastic painting, interior & exterior, industrial painting, smart repair, paint process engineering, and surface technology
Overall project paint line and process auditor VDA 6.3: 2023

Jul 2016 - Mar 2019

2 years 9 months

Leinburg, Germany

Head of Paint Technology

Bolta Werke GmbH

Development, operation, maintenance, and optimization of paint systems in Europe
Implementation of projects for the further development of existing systems and processes as well as modification of system components
Personnel restructuring and creation of technical prerequisites to meet quality requirements and audit readiness
Concept and planning of a newly designed modular paint line for the site in Hungary
Coordination of layout planning with the paint line manufacturer
Creation of a 160-page technical requirements specification, rated "very good" by Fraunhofer IPA

Dec 1998 - Jun 2016

17 years 7 months

Essen, Germany

Team Leader Process / Automation Technology

Faurecia Exteriors GmbH

Technical and disciplinary leadership of the process and automation technology department including building and qualifying a team of experts
Organizational and content-related monitoring of the robot-based painting process and continuous improvement processes (CIP)
Project management from customer inquiry to series painting
Ensuring robot functionality and cost-oriented implementation
Budget planning, cost control, and investment decisions
Handling customer and quotation requests through to series readiness
Employee training on ISO 14001, occupational safety, environmental protection, and risk assessments

Feb 1992 - Nov 1998

6 years 10 months

Essen, Germany

Surface and Robot Technician

Dynamit Nobel Kunststoff GmbH

Support of series production during new product launches and ensuring color matching as well as monitoring painting quality
Project responsibility for implementing robot technology in the flaming and painting area, including modifications and employee training
Analysis and resolution of production issues, development of paint systems, and optimization of material consumption
Creation and adjustment of painting programs as well as safety briefings
Support with robot malfunctions, maintenance, quotation preparation, project cost calculation, planning, and implementation

Sep 1987 - Jan 1991

3 years 5 months

Essen, Germany

REFA Technician

Presswerk AG

Planning, control, and monitoring of production orders
Creation and maintenance of work plans, bills of materials, and production documents
Optimization of production processes and support during the introduction of new products up to series production

Jun 1985 - Aug 1987

2 years 3 months

Essen, Germany

Shift Supervisor/Machine Operator

Presswerk AG

Ensuring smooth production flow on the production lines
Ensuring the availability of employees, machines, and materials
Quality assurance in the production of the product

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Automotive and Manufacturing.

Automotive

Manufacturing

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Production, Operations, Project Management, Quality Assurance, and Product Development.

Production

Operations

Project Management

Quality Assurance

Product Development

Summary

With over 40 years of experience in industrial production, many of them in management roles, my focus is on the structured development and realignment of production processes and organizational units. I support change – from analysis and concept development to implementation – with the goal of creating robust, audit-ready processes that last in the long term.

With solid expertise in paint technology, surface technology, and automated production, I combine operational excellence with sustainable organizational development. I qualify teams, develop solid structures, introduce lean principles, work with KPIs, and establish effective target systems.

I take responsibility for people, processes, and results – knowing that real change needs time, clarity, and consistency. This is how a sustainable system of technology, organization, and leadership can grow.

Skills

Hands-On Mindset
Motivation Skills
Communication Skills
Self-Discipline
Conflict-Handling Skills
Intercultural Competence
Technical Application Knowledge
Extensive Practical Experience

Languages

German

Native

Education

Oct 1997 - Jun 1998

Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK)

Certified Technical Business Administrator · Business Administration

Oct 1991 - Jun 1993

Technical College for Engineering

Certified Mechanical Engineering Technician · Production Technology

Oct 1988 - Jun 1989

REFA Institute

REFA Technician · Work Studies & Plant Organization

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Certifications & licenses

German Association for Quality (DGQ) e.V.

DGQ Internal Auditor ISO 19011 2020

German Association for Quality (DGQ) e.V.

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 8

Experience in Automotive 25 y

Avg length 5 y 5 m

Longest experience 17 y 6 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Paint Department Manager, Production Manager, Consultant

Main industries Automotive, Manufacturing

Main business areas Production, Operations, Project Management

Qualifications

Certifications earned 2

Profile

Created

July 2025

Last Update

July 2026

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Andreas is based in Essen, Germany.

Andreas speaks the following languages: German (Native).

Andreas has at least 40 years of experience. During this time, Andreas has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 7 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 5 years. Note that Andreas may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Andreas would be well-suited for roles such as: Paint Department Manager, Production Manager, Consultant.

Andreas's most recent position is Paint Department Manager at Montaplast GmbH.

In recent years, Andreas has worked for Montaplast GmbH, Grammer Interior Component GmbH, and Self-employed / Freelance.

Andreas is most experienced in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing.

Andreas is most experienced in business areas like Production, Operations, and Project Management. Andreas also has some experience in Quality Assurance and Product Development.

Andreas has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing and Automotive.

Andreas has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Production, and Quality Assurance.

Andreas attended Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) for Business Administration.

Andreas has 2 certificates. These include: Process Auditor VDA 6.3:2023 and DGQ Internal Auditor ISO 19011 2020.

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