Daniel Winkler - Project and Site Coordinator for the Complete Overhaul of a Paint Shop Line

Q: Where is Daniel based?

Daniel is based in Ingolstadt, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Daniel speak?

Daniel speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Daniel have?

Daniel has at least 15 years of experience. During this time, Daniel has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 6 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 4 months . Note that Daniel may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Daniel's latest experience?

Daniel's most recent position is Project and Site Coordinator for the Complete Overhaul of a Paint Shop Line at AUDI AG .

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

In recent years, Daniel has worked for AUDI AG , Thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering , Winkler Project & Sales , and LAT GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Daniel most experienced in?

Daniel is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Automotive , and Professional Services . Daniel also has some experience in Transportation .

Q: Which business areas is Daniel most experienced in?

Daniel is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Sales , and Quality Assurance . Daniel also has some experience in Supply Chain Management , Strategy , and Legal .

Q: Which industries has Daniel worked in recently?

Daniel has recently worked in industries like Automotive , Manufacturing , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Daniel worked in recently?

Daniel has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Sales , and Quality Assurance .

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Ingolstadt, Germany

Experience

Oct 2024 - Apr 2025

7 months

Ingolstadt, Germany

Project and Site Coordinator for the Complete Overhaul of a Paint Shop Line

AUDI AG

Coordinating all activities on site
Supervising plant engineering, construction, and building services trades
Leading shopfloor meetings with customer representatives and suppliers
Monitoring site progress and completion of individual tasks
Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and environmental guidelines
Overseeing production ramp-up, including coordinating operating modes
Scheduling for a major project with four equipment suppliers, construction scope, a demolition subproject, and suppliers for technical building services
Defining and tracking interface dates between trades to integrate into a unified master schedule
Defining optimal construction zones based on future equipment layout
Developing a site schedule with actions for various trades
Visualizing space utilization conflicts and devising solution proposals
Leading project planning meetings with all involved trades
Preparing general project documentation (e.g., space descriptions, guidelines for schedule structure)

Apr 2024 - Aug 2024

5 months

Stuttgart, Germany

On-site

On-Site Task Force Leader for Test Stands in E-Mobility (Special Machinery) – Commissioning at Customer Plant

Thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering

Managing commissioning at customer facility, monitoring overall progress
Coordinating all activities of electrical, mechanical, control, and measurement technology teams
Liaising between customer and internal departments on measurement technology, test runs, and analysis methods
Leading a task force team with customer and supplier representatives, providing regular reports to the customer's E4 management level
Reviewing customer requirements, mediating between customer and machine builder, asserting claims for additional work
Technically optimizing test stands toward target state (cycle time, quality requirements)
Regular reporting to the customer (plant management level)

May 2023 - Feb 2024

10 months

Czech Republic

On-site

On-Site Project Manager for a Production Line in E-Mobility (Special Machinery) – Restart and

Thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering

Coordinating all activities on the shopfloor
Coordinating with the customer and departments on open issues
Monitoring site progress and initiating appropriate measures in case of deviations
Technical optimization toward target state (cycle time, quality requirements)

Mar 2023 - Apr 2023

2 months

Project Assistant for the Project Acceptance Phase of a Production Line in E-Mobility (Special Machinery)

Thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering

Capturing and tracking open issues in the Redmine tracking tool
Coordinating acceptance tests on the shopfloor, including preparing participant availability, part availability, and preliminary tests
Aligning with project management regarding valid specifications in relation to change requests

Oct 2022 - Present

3 years 6 months

Freelancer

Winkler Project & Sales

Sales consulting
External project management

Jun 2018 - Dec 2019

1 year 7 months

Ingolstadt, Germany

Logistics Manager

LAT GmbH

Management of the logistics department with 3 employees
Setting and monitoring of targets and logistics KPIs (OTD, etc.)
Budget responsibility
Solving operational and strategic logistics tasks

Jul 2017 - Mar 2022

4 years 9 months

Ingolstadt, Germany

Authorized signatory (full power of attorney) and shareholder

LAT GmbH

Representing the company
Legal power of representation in the absence of the managing director
Member of the management team, involved in all business management decisions
Acting as quality management representative from 2021-08-01 to 2022-03-31
Conducted IATF 16949 requalification audit on 2022-02-01

Jun 2017 - Mar 2022

4 years 10 months

Ingolstadt, Germany

Head of Sales

LAT GmbH

Leading the sales team of 3 employees
Responsible for revenue growth, strategic company direction, and managing new and existing customers
Responsible for approximately EUR 8 million in sales

Feb 2014 - Mar 2022

8 years 2 months

Ingolstadt, Germany

Project Manager Automotive

LAT GmbH

Managing various industrialization projects for automotive interior parts
Preparing supplier tenders and creating logistics and technical specifications
Selecting and evaluating suppliers for purchased parts
Reviewing and discussing technical requirements and specifications
Initial sampling and other quality topics in the project environment (FMEA, 8D reports, KVP, Run@Rate, etc.)
Conducting shop floor workshops: developing new production processes for new parts and optimizing existing manufacturing processes (process cost accounting, process risks, adherence to specifications, resource planning, design of new production aids)
Coordinating different trades and their on-time and in-quantity delivery (supplier management, external service providers and employees)
Evaluating change requests and their impact (budget, schedule, other effects)
Scheduling and monitoring milestones
Tailored internal and external reporting
Budget planning and monitoring
Escalation management

Apr 2012 - Sep 2012

6 months

Mexico

Project Purchasing/Technical Purchasing

Bosch Starter Motors & Generators Mexico

Project procurement of components for automotive starters
Supplier selection
Conducting technical discussions
Evaluating technical concepts
Implementing a supplier development program for a potential supplier

Oct 2010 - Jan 2014

3 years 4 months

Schweinfurt, Germany

Dual Student in Various Departments

Bosch Rexroth AG

Worked as a dual student in the departments of Production Planning, Design, and Project Purchasing
Developed mechatronic solutions (customer applications)
Developed series components
Applied the Bosch Production System

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Automotive, Professional Services, and Transportation.

Manufacturing

Automotive

Professional Services

Transportation

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Project Management, Sales, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain Management, Strategy, and Legal.

Project Management

Sales

Quality Assurance

Supply Chain Management

Strategy

Legal

Skills

Team Player
Strong Organizational Skills
Resilience
Problem Solving
Hands-on Mentality
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Project
Process Development
Project Management
Industrial Quality Methods (Ppap, 8d, Kvp, Etc.)
Production Processes And Process Costs
Mechanical And Plant Engineering
Cad Software

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Advanced

Education

Oct 2010 - Sep 2013

Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University, Mosbach campus

Bachelor of Engineering, focus: Design and Development · Mechanical Engineering · Mosbach, Germany · 1,9

Sep 2001 - Aug 2010

Clavius-Gymnasium Bamberg

German Abitur · Bamberg, Germany · 1,7

Certifications & licenses

Energy Efficiency Expert Training (BAFA certification)

DEN German Energy Consultants Network

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 11

Experience in Manufacturing 12.5 y

Avg length 2 y 6 m

Longest experience 8 y 1 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 3 (Germany, Czech Republic, Mexico)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Project and Site Coordinator for the Complete Overhaul of a Paint Shop Line, On-Site Task Force Leader for Test Stands in E-Mobility (Special Machinery) – Commissioning at Customer Plant, On-Site Project Manager for a Production Line in E-Mobility (Special Machinery) – Restart and

Main industries Manufacturing, Automotive, Professional Services

Main business areas Project Management, Sales, Quality Assurance

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

Certifications earned 1

Profile

Created

July 2025

Last Update

August 2025

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Where is Daniel based?

Daniel is based in Ingolstadt, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Daniel speak?

Daniel speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Daniel have?

Daniel has at least 15 years of experience. During this time, Daniel has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 4 months. Note that Daniel may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Daniel be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Daniel would be well-suited for roles such as: Project and Site Coordinator for the Complete Overhaul of a Paint Shop Line, On-Site Task Force Leader for Test Stands in E-Mobility (Special Machinery) – Commissioning at Customer Plant, On-Site Project Manager for a Production Line in E-Mobility (Special Machinery) – Restart and.

What is Daniel's latest experience?

Daniel's most recent position is Project and Site Coordinator for the Complete Overhaul of a Paint Shop Line at AUDI AG.

What companies has Daniel worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Daniel has worked for AUDI AG, Thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering, Winkler Project & Sales, and LAT GmbH.

Which industries is Daniel most experienced in?

Daniel is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Professional Services. Daniel also has some experience in Transportation.

Which business areas is Daniel most experienced in?

Daniel is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Sales, and Quality Assurance. Daniel also has some experience in Supply Chain Management, Strategy, and Legal.

Which industries has Daniel worked in recently?

Daniel has recently worked in industries like Automotive, Manufacturing, and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Daniel worked in recently?

Daniel has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Sales, and Quality Assurance.

What is Daniel's education?

Daniel holds a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University, Mosbach campus.

Does Daniel have any certificates?

Daniel has 1 certificate: Energy Efficiency Expert Training (BAFA certification).

What is the availability of Daniel?

Daniel is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Daniel?

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