Oliver A.-Interim Managing Director | Plant Manager Production & Processes | Transformation | Restructuring
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Experience
Interim Project Manager Transformation & Restructuring
Interim Mandat
Stabilization of a loss-making production site and operational implementation of a comprehensive transformation and restructuring program.
Management of the transformation and restructuring project
Coordination between management and external consulting firms
Operational management of restructuring measures
Sparring partner to management for strategic and operational decisions
Adjusted personnel structure from 400 to 300 employees
Return to operating profits
Production output stabilized despite the restructuring
Implementation of an investment program of over 14 Mio. € to modernize the production site
Production and Process Expert
accantus AG
Support for restructuring and turnaround projects at manufacturing companies through operational analyses and the development of robust measures for sustainable performance improvement.
Preparation of the operational sections of IDW-S6 restructuring reports
Analysis of production, processes and organizational structures
Development of operational restructuring measures and implementation concepts
Conducting quick checks to assess operational performance
2× Automotive – Operational analysis and preparation of the IDW-S6 sections
1× Medical technology – Operational analysis and preparation of the IDW-S6 sections
Quick Check Precision Mechanics – Assessment of competitiveness and optimization potential
Quick Check Machining – Analysis of production organization and definition of specific improvement measures
Managing Director
ROLAND BOLLER GmbH
In addition to operational management, the main areas of focus were:
- Strategy for international growth
- Stabilization of business processes
- Preparation for a future takeover of the company
Managing Director
f.u.n.k.e. COMPONENTS GmbH / f.u.n.k.e. PLASTICS GmbH
Development of a growth strategy for two companies in the plastic injection molding industry. However, the strategic analysis showed that the market, customer and financial situation did not allow for sustainable growth. Instead, restructuring with site consolidation was required to secure long-term competitiveness.
Co-development of the corporate and restructuring strategy
Management of site consolidation and production relocation
Operational leadership of the transformation at both sites
Responsibility for implementing the restructuring measures
Development and implementation of a sustainable restructuring strategy
Closure of the Wernigerode production site
Successful relocation of production to Teningen without interruption to deliveries
Stabilization of production and safeguarding of competitiveness with around 60 employees
Freelance Interim Manager and Consultant
Consulting Arts
I combine strategic leadership with deep knowledge of production and processes.
When manufacturing companies need stability and execution quickly in critical situations, I take responsibility!
Strategically sound • Consistent execution • Measurable results.
Plant Manager
Lhoist Germany | Kalkwerk Istein
Took over management of a lime plant with 100 employees and €24 million in revenue as part of an internal succession arrangement. In addition to overall operational responsibility, the integration of the site into the group, a cultural transformation, and several strategic investment and development projects were to be implemented.
Overall operational responsibility for the production site
Management of the leadership team and reorganization of the management structure
Management of the group integration and cultural transformation
Management of strategic investment and development projects with a volume of 25 Mio €.
Increased the site's EBITDA margin by over 100%.
Introduced new products and built a new production facility
Successfully integrated the site into the international group
Implemented sustainable cultural transformation
Developed a new quarry
Operations Manager
Lhoist Germany, Rheinkalk GmbH
- Managed the operation with approx. €10 million in revenue
- Managed the 3-shift quarry operation, processing plants, and maintenance
- Delivered high-quality products for the animal feed sector
Head of Industrial Engineering
Meteor Gummiwerke K.H. Bädje GmbH & Co. KG
Joined the company during insolvency proceedings with the task of securing industrial performance and creating the conditions for a sustainable future for the site.
Restructured processes for new product launches
Supported the operational due diligence during the investor process
Developed site and production concepts
Developed optimization measures for the existing production site
Established standardized and more efficient processes for new product launches
Created operational decision-making foundations for the due diligence
Developed a future concept for a new production site
Defined measures for the sustainable optimization of the existing plant
Plant Organization and Process Improvement Engineer
Continental AG
Identified and implemented optimization potential in international tire plants to increase productivity, efficiency, and standardization. Implementation took place together with international plant and project teams, including at the global flagship plants in China and Ecuador.
Analyzed production processes and organizational structures in international tire plants
Identified optimization potential along the value chain
Developed and implemented improvement measures with international project teams
Coordinated knowledge transfer between plants and introduced best practices
Successfully implemented international improvement projects at several production sites
Achieved a sustainable increase in efficiency and process standardization
Built extensive experience working with international management and production teams
International project experience in Europe, Asia, and South America
Manufacturing Planner Turbolader
Continental AG
- Replanned the turbocharger production line
- Developed the logistics concept for the plant
- Planned quality in advance, including FMEA
Planning Engineer for Machine Processes
Continental AG
- Management of new launch projects worldwide
- Relocation of production equipment
- Procurement of new machines for greenfield operations in China
Process Engineer
Continental Automotive do Brasil Ltda.
- Procurement of new machines from the Brazilian market
- Ramp-up management and preparation
- Knowledge transfer
Project Engineer Manufacturing Planning
Continental AG
- Management of automation projects
- Management of new launch projects
- Optimization in the machining area
Industry experience
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Experienced in Manufacturing, Automotive, Metals and Mining, Agriculture, and Healthcare.
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Experienced in Production, Operations, Project Management, Strategy, Procurement, and Logistics.
Summary
I combine strategic leadership with deep knowledge of production and processes.
When manufacturing companies need stability and execution quickly in critical situations, I take responsibility!
Strategically sound • Consistent execution • Measurable results.
Skills
- Operational Restructuring And Stabilization Of Manufacturing Companies
- Managing Director And Plant Management Roles In Critical Company Phases
- Production And Process Optimization Across The Entire Value Chain
- Production Relocations, Plant Realignments And Investment Projects
- Strategic Leadership With Measurable Operational Execution
- Production Management
- Transformation
- Plant Management
- International Production And Optimization Projects
Languages
Education
Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg
Diplom Ingenieur (DH) · Mechanical Engineering · Mannheim, Germany
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Experience
Global experience
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Profile
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Oliver is based in Efringen-Kirchen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Oliver speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Advanced), Portuguese (Intermediate).
Oliver has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Oliver has worked in at least 12 different roles and for 10 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 8 months. Note that Oliver may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Oliver would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim Project Manager Transformation & Restructuring, Production and Process Expert, Managing Director.
Oliver's most recent position is Interim Project Manager Transformation & Restructuring at Interim Mandat.
In recent years, Oliver has worked for Interim Mandat, accantus AG, ROLAND BOLLER GmbH, f.u.n.k.e. COMPONENTS GmbH / f.u.n.k.e. PLASTICS GmbH, and Consulting Arts.
Oliver is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Metals and Mining. Oliver also has some experience in Agriculture and Healthcare.
Oliver is most experienced in business areas like Production, Operations, and Project Management. Oliver also has some experience in Strategy, Procurement, and Logistics.
Oliver has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Healthcare.
Oliver has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Production, and Strategy.
Oliver holds a Master in Mechanical Engineering from Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg.
Oliver is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.
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