Hans-Werner Mahlke - Green Steel Project Management

Q: Where is Hans-Werner based?

Hans-Werner is based in Weiskirchen, Germany .

Q: What languages does Hans-Werner speak?

Hans-Werner speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Hans-Werner have?

Hans-Werner has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Hans-Werner has worked in at least 19 different roles and for 18 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 1 month . Note that Hans-Werner may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Hans-Werner's latest experience?

Hans-Werner's most recent position is Green Steel Project Management at Saar Stahl .

Q: What companies has Hans-Werner worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Hans-Werner has worked for Saar Stahl , FRT Camtek , Poppe/Veritas Gießen-Gelnhausen , Voestalpine Annweiler am Triefels , and TESA Werk Hamburg .

Q: Which industries is Hans-Werner most experienced in?

Hans-Werner is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Chemical , and Automotive . Hans-Werner also has some experience in Energy , Utilities , and Food and Beverage .

Q: Which business areas is Hans-Werner most experienced in?

Hans-Werner is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Operations , and Procurement . Hans-Werner also has some experience in Logistics , Quality Assurance , and Production .

Q: Which industries has Hans-Werner worked in recently?

Hans-Werner has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing , Automotive , and Utilities .

Q: Which business areas has Hans-Werner worked in recently?

Hans-Werner has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Operations , and Production .

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Weiskirchen, Germany

Experience

Feb 2025 - Present

1 year 2 months

Green Steel Project Management

Saar Stahl

Conversion of furnace heating from coke gas to natural gas and subsequent switch to a natural gas/hydrogen mix
Utility supply and piping (compressed air, cooling water, gas supplies, electrical installation)
Procurement and negotiations with suppliers
Reporting to management
Creating layouts and project plans in MS Project
Budget planning and monitoring
Creating various requirements and specifications documents
Topics: steel production, blast furnace, rolling mill, gas burners, hydrogen

Sep 2024 - Mar 2025

7 months

Production Relocation Project Management

FRT Camtek

Led the project for relocating production/assembly of surface measurement devices from Bergisch Gladbach to Rösrath
Utility supply and piping (compressed air, cooling water, vacuum, electrical installation)
Procurement of cleanrooms and temporary cleanroom tent
Reporting to management
Creating layouts and move planning
Budget planning and monitoring
Project planning in MS Project
Collaboration with structural engineers and architects for office buildings
Creating various requirements and specifications documents
Inspection and acceptance of all trades
Negotiations with suppliers

Feb 2023 - Nov 2024

1 year 10 months

Production Relocation Project Management

Poppe/Veritas Gießen-Gelnhausen

Set up injection molding production in a rented facility including infrastructure and departments (tool making, workshop, production, office)
Utility supply and piping (compressed air, cooling water, vacuum, emergency cooling, electrical installation)
Reporting to management
Planning of conveyor systems
Creating layouts and move planning
Budget planning and monitoring
Project planning in MS Project
Knowledge of HOAI phases 2–8 and coordination of specialist planners
Creating various requirements and specifications documents
Selection of assembly and specialist companies and negotiations with suppliers
Topics: fire protection, energy management, change of use, inspection and acceptance of all trades

Apr 2022 - Apr 2023

1 year 1 month

Project management for landing gear, steering, and airbag components

Voestalpine Annweiler am Triefels

Product development from concept phase to technical implementation/serial production
Review and approval of requirements and specifications documents
Special machine construction for production plants
Production management and scheduling in MS Project and Excel
Tracking maturity levels, cost tracking, and budget creation
Clients: Tesla, Bilstein, and BMW

Feb 2022 - Mar 2022

2 months

Permitting Management

TESA Werk Hamburg

Development of necessary permitting steps for a new mass production
Application of the Federal Immission Control Act (BImSchG)
Preparation of building applications
Fire protection measures

Apr 2021 - Jan 2022

10 months

Project Lead for Relocation Projects and Production Relocation

Hitachi-ABB Hanau

Planning and execution of the move from Hanau to Karlstein
Conversion of a logistics hall into a production facility (4,500 m²)
Media supply and piping (compressed air, climate control)
Plant construction (test benches for switchgear, high-current test system, crane systems)
Reporting to management
Creation of layouts, schedules and project plans (MS Project)
Budget planning and monitoring
Knowledge of HOAI phases 2–8, coordination of specialist planners
Preparation of various requirements and specifications
Selection of assembly and specialist contractors and negotiations with suppliers and landlords

May 2020 - Apr 2021

1 year

Regulatory engineering / Wastewater cost savings in car wash facilities

Various tenants nationwide

Application for lost water amounts with water authorities
Survey of on-site conditions
Preparation of expert reports on evaporation
Regulatory engineering and negotiations
Multi-project coordination

Dec 2016 - May 2020

3 years 6 months

Project Lead for various relocation projects and production relocation at Materion

Heraeus Hanau

Planning and execution of expansion measures within the framework of 'Vision 2020'
Construction of a new hall (10,000 m²) in Alzenau and setup of the new production
Plant construction (target manufacturing, casting plants, melting furnaces, bonding)
Piping construction / media supply (closed cooling circuit with emergency cooling, compressed air, gas line)
Reporting to management
Construction supervision and spatial modifications
Knowledge of HOAI phases 2–8, coordination of specialist planners
Preparation of layouts, requirements and specifications
Relocation planning, budget planning and monitoring, as well as budget application
Scheduling and conveyor technology
Selection and negotiation with assembly and specialist companies

Jul 2016 - Dec 2016

6 months

Project Lead for reorganization of a vacuum brazing production

Mahle-Behr Mühlacker

Reorganization of the vacuum brazing shop for air-oil coolers for the automotive industry
Creation of layouts
Budget planning
Plant construction: vacuum brazing system and modification of a radiator test rig (leak test, helium as test medium)
Consolidation of two block production lines into one
Preparation of requirements and specifications
Selection of assembly company and negotiations with suppliers, including price negotiations and SAP ordering

Mar 2016 - Jul 2016

5 months

Project Lead for glazing and plastic overmolding

Richard Fritz Besigheim

Product development from concept phase to technical implementation/series production
Review and approval of requirements and specifications
Scheduling in MS Project and Excel
Tracking maturity level and approval of drawings
Cost tracking and customer management (Volkswagen, SEAT, Škoda)
Development of gauge and measurement concepts

Sep 2014 - Dec 2015

1 year 4 months

Project Lead - Relocation of Knitting Machines and Fabric Dryer Frames

Freudenberg Weinheim

Relocation of 19 knitting machines and tension frames from Iserlohn to Weinheim
Added fabric dyeing and rewinding (knitted core to dye beam)
CAD drawings and layouts
Process transfer and construction supervision
Piping (soft water supply, gas connection, cooling water, compressed air)
Plant construction: dyeing plant, tension frames, winders, knitting machines
Planning of dyeing plant, tension frames and knitting plant
Process development for fabric dyeing and kappa calculation
Preparation of requirements and specifications documents
Selection of relocation company and supplier management
Scheduling in MS Project
Infrastructure: building expansion, utilities, HVAC, crane runway

Apr 2014 - Jul 2014

4 months

Project Lead - Planning of Annealing Furnace for Anthracite Refining

Rheinfelden Carbon

Design of an anthracite annealing furnace
Creation of CAD drawings
Construction supervision and on-site modifications
Budget planning and requesting quotations
Negotiations with suppliers including price negotiations

Jan 2013 - Mar 2014

1 year 3 months

Project Lead - Construction of a Production Plant in Russia and India

SAARGUMMI International

Establishment of a new gasket production plant in Tutaev (Russia) and in India
Optimization of production structures in existing plants
Plant construction of extrusion lines and finishing
Piping (compressed air, gas)
Setup of the first extrusion line, ordering equipment for the second line
Creation of tooling lists for four Ford projects and procurement of production resources
Plant utilization studies and transport organization including customs clearance
Setup to first pre-series delivery and run at rate
For India: creation of layouts and requesting quotations from suppliers

Nov 2011 - Oct 2012

1 year

Project Lead - Food Plant Construction

Cargill Salzgitter

Expansion of the oil mill from 1,400 t/d to 2,000 t/d within six weeks
Planning and preparation of requirements documents and supplier selection
Purchasing negotiations and processing order confirmations and invoices
Handling hazardous materials and explosion protection (hexane)
Scheduling and adherence to deadlines
Complete utilities (gas, water, electricity, compressed air)
Safety regulations in explosion-hazard area
Piping and handling of P&ID diagrams
Site supervision and logistics

Feb 2011 - Oct 2011

9 months

Project Lead - Plant Construction

H.C. Starck Goslar

Modernization of a rotary kiln
Relocation and expansion of a cooling plant
Relocation and expansion of boron form body production
Cost responsibility and preparation of requirements documents
Supplier selection and procurement of new capital goods

Mar 2010 - Dec 2010

10 months

Project Lead Plant Engineering Production Relocation Track Superstructure

SAARGUMMI International

Relocation and addition of equipment into a new hall after sale to Vossloh
Cost-conscious planning and procurement of presses, conversion machines and tempering ovens
Purchasing negotiations and processing of order confirmations
Ensuring supply (gas, water, electricity, compressed air)
Obtaining BImSchG permits and hazard analyses
Logistics and minimization of production downtime
Quality assurance
Relocation of production equipment to subsidiaries in the Czech Republic and Slovakia

Dec 2008 - Jun 2009

7 months

Project Management & Project Lead Plant Construction

SAARGUMMI International

Planning a 25,000 m² rubber production plant in Tutaev (Russia)
Supplying the surrounding automotive industry with rubber profiles
Ordering from suppliers and service providers
Purchasing negotiations and energy connections
Fire protection, cooling system, workshop setup
Quality assurance and obtaining operating permits
Planning of five extrusion lines, a mixing unit, hydraulic presses and an AUMA actuator

May 2008 - Mar 2009

11 months

Project Management & Project Lead Plant Construction Mixing Line

SAARGUMMI International

Construction of a mixing line to produce a rubber precursor (cost 3.7 million €)
Management and coordination (mixers, three roll mills, strainers, fleece cooling system, weighing system)
Extension of the silo system and control with Siemens S7
Supplier management and scheduling
Preparation of specifications, orders, supplier selection
Purchasing negotiations, cost control and invoice processing
Documentation and drawing management with AutoCAD
Construction supervision and obtaining all permits (building permit, emissions report according to BImSchG)
Commissioning of hydraulic presses and instrumentation and control technology

Jan 2002 - Jun 2003

1 year 6 months

Project Management & Project Lead

Speedoil Haag

Optimization of filling equipment, warehousing and tank technology
Supplier management and cost calculation
Scheduling and monitoring
Commissioning and handover
Team coordination (model shop procurement, sales, design, QA, testing department, series production)

Jan 1995 - Oct 1995

10 months

Project Management & Project Lead

FINA Mineralöl / Aral AG

Approval process for a CHP plant under BImSchG
Integration of a quality management system according to ISO 9000ff.

Jan 1991 - Sep 1994

3 years 9 months

Deputy Head of the Duisburg Lubricant Plant

FINA Germany

Optimized filling systems and storage tanks with pneumatic controls
Supervised the installation of a level indicator for the tank storage
Developed and introduced a computer system for transport logistics, PPS, and a booking program, including inventory
Coordinated between the IT department and users
Supported the introduction and certification of a QA system (ISO 9002)
Coordinated between development and production, created documentation and manuals as well as job descriptions
Prepared year-end reports
Assisted with SAP implementation and verified data transfer
Performed cost controlling using SAP
Responsible for workplace safety in both industrial and administrative areas

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Chemical, Automotive, Energy, Utilities, and Food and Beverage.

Manufacturing

Chemical

Automotive

Energy

Utilities

Food and Beverage

Business Area Experience

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

Project Management

Operations

Procurement

Logistics

Quality Assurance

Production

Skills

Project Leadership & Project Management
Energy Management
Plant Engineering
Factory Planning
Fire Protection
Automotive
Wastewater Technology
Occupational Safety
Quality Assurance
Windows Office
Ms Project
Autocad
Sap
Various It Systems
P&id (Piping And Instrumentation Diagrams)

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 1984 - Jun 1990

Fachhochschule Bochum

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Technology · Mechanical Engineering · Bochum, Germany

Oct 1982 - Jun 1984

Ausbesserungswerk der Deutschen Bundesbahn

Apprenticeship as a machinist · Machinist · Duisburg, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Fire Protection Officer

TÜV Süd

Energy Manager

TÜV Saarland

Occupational Safety Engineer

Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 21

Experience in Manufacturing 17.5 y

Avg length 1 y 1 m

Longest experience 3 y 8 m

Expertise

Recent roles Green Steel Project Management, Production Relocation Project Management, Project management for landing gear, steering, and airbag components

Main industries Manufacturing, Chemical, Automotive

Main business areas Project Management, Operations, Procurement

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

Certifications earned 3

Profile

Created

July 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Hans-Werner based?

Hans-Werner is based in Weiskirchen, Germany.

What languages does Hans-Werner speak?

Hans-Werner speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Hans-Werner have?

Hans-Werner has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Hans-Werner has worked in at least 19 different roles and for 18 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 1 month. Note that Hans-Werner may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Hans-Werner be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Hans-Werner would be well-suited for roles such as: Green Steel Project Management, Production Relocation Project Management, Project management for landing gear, steering, and airbag components.

What is Hans-Werner's latest experience?

Hans-Werner's most recent position is Green Steel Project Management at Saar Stahl.

What companies has Hans-Werner worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Hans-Werner has worked for Saar Stahl, FRT Camtek, Poppe/Veritas Gießen-Gelnhausen, Voestalpine Annweiler am Triefels, and TESA Werk Hamburg.

Which industries is Hans-Werner most experienced in?

Hans-Werner is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Chemical, and Automotive. Hans-Werner also has some experience in Energy, Utilities, and Food and Beverage.

Which business areas is Hans-Werner most experienced in?

Hans-Werner is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Operations, and Procurement. Hans-Werner also has some experience in Logistics, Quality Assurance, and Production.

Which industries has Hans-Werner worked in recently?

Hans-Werner has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Utilities.

Which business areas has Hans-Werner worked in recently?

Hans-Werner has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Operations, and Production.

What is Hans-Werner's education?

Hans-Werner holds a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from Fachhochschule Bochum.

Does Hans-Werner have any certificates?

Hans-Werner has 3 certificates. These include: Fire Protection Officer, Energy Manager, and Occupational Safety Engineer.

What is the availability of Hans-Werner?

Hans-Werner is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Hans-Werner?

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