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Peter Kehl

Serbia Launch

Peter Kehl
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Amberg, Germany

Experience

Apr 2023 - Sep 2023
6 months

Serbia Launch

Autokabel Automotive

Expertise details
Position Summary
Serbia Launch at Autokabel Automotive
Industries
Automotive
Business Areas
Production
Project Management
  • Interim management and support during series launch.
  • Successful project status analysis and introduction of a project structure.
May 2022 - Dec 2022
8 months

Industrial Engineering Standard

Rehau Automotive

Expertise details
Position Summary
Industrial Engineering Standard at Rehau Automotive
Industries
Automotive
Business Areas
Operations
Quality Assurance
  • Establishment of an automotive standard for industrial engineering.
  • Successful analysis and implementation proposals.
Mar 2022 - Apr 2022
2 months

Roller Lifter Capacity Expansion

Mahle Ventiltrieb GmbH

Expertise details
Position Summary
Roller Lifter Capacity Expansion at Mahle Ventiltrieb GmbH
Industries
Automotive
Manufacturing
Business Areas
Operations
Production
  • Optimization of the assembly line.
  • 30% less downtime and 9% more output.
Dec 2019 - Present
6 years 4 months

SME Efficiency Consulting

Expertise details
Position Summary
SME Efficiency Consulting
Industries
Professional Services
Business Areas
Operations
Strategy
  • Various consulting projects, e.g., "When the desk called for help".
  • Weakness analysis and successful action plans.
Jul 2018 - Apr 2019
10 months

Camshaft Production Control

Mahle Ventiltrieb GmbH

Expertise details
Position Summary
Camshaft Production Control at Mahle Ventiltrieb GmbH
Industries
Automotive
Business Areas
Production
  • Improvement of production control.
  • 90% fewer errors and 15% increased output.
Jan 2018 - Nov 2018
11 months

Process Optimization Carbide Lifters

Mahle Ventiltrieb GmbH

Expertise details
Position Summary
Process Optimization Carbide Lifters at Mahle Ventiltrieb GmbH
Industries
Automotive
Business Areas
Supply Chain Management
  • Implementation of the SAP tool “Dispo Cockpit Planning”.
  • Inventory reduction by an average of 23%.
Apr 2016 - Sep 2016
6 months

Steering Committee Implementation

Flachglas Wernberg GmbH

Expertise details
Position Summary
Steering Committee Implementation at Flachglas Wernberg GmbH
Industries
Manufacturing
Business Areas
Project Management
  • Implementation of an internal steering committee.
  • Training and coordination of project managers.
Sep 2010 - Present
15 years 7 months

Project and Launch Manager

PK Projektmanagement

Expertise details
Position Summary
Project and Launch Manager at PK Projektmanagement
Industries
Automotive
Manufacturing
Business Areas
Operations
Production
Project Management
  • Management of complex projects for series launch support and industrialization, including international assignments in Serbia, Germany and the Czech Republic.

  • Execution of detailed current-state analyses, definition of target states and development of implementation proposals for process improvement.

  • Introduction and standardization of new project management processes and training of over 130 employees across several countries.

  • Implementation of innovative planning tools and controlling instruments for optimizing production control and inventory reduction.

  • Management of efficiency analyses and implementation of optimization measures in medium-sized companies across Europe.

  • Monitoring and ensuring timely, budget-compliant project execution for cost reduction and productivity improvement.

  • Successful management of the Fisker launch project, achieving a seamless series start at the Serbia plant.

  • Reduction of machine downtime by 30% and increase of output by 15% in roller lifter assembly in Germany.

  • Introduction of a controlling tool for inventory management, achieving an average inventory reduction of 23% in Germany.

  • Implementation of a project management process for more efficient execution and improved internal communication across different sites.

  • Productivity increase through process optimization and standardization of production and logistics processes in Europe and Germany.

Jul 2008 - Sep 2010
2 years 3 months

Technical and Automation Team Leader

Grammer AG Automotive

Expertise details
Position Summary
Technical and Automation Team Leader at Grammer AG Automotive
Industries
Automotive
Business Areas
Production
  • Leadership of a 23-person team in optimizing technical processes.
Jan 2008 - Aug 2008
8 months

Head of Value Analysis

Grammer AG Automotive

Expertise details
Position Summary
Head of Value Analysis at Grammer AG Automotive
Industries
Automotive
Business Areas
Product Development
  • Execution of product analyses for cost reduction using a 6-step methodology.
Jan 2002 - Dec 2007
6 years

Head of Project Management

Grammer AG Automotive

Expertise details
Position Summary
Head of Project Management at Grammer AG Automotive
Industries
Automotive
Business Areas
Project Management
  • Coordinated the steering committee and led 25 project managers.
Aug 2000 - Dec 2001
1 year 5 months

Production Planning Team Lead

Grammer AG Automotive

Expertise details
Position Summary
Production Planning Team Lead at Grammer AG Automotive
Industries
Automotive
Business Areas
Production
  • Planning and process improvement in interior manufacturing.
Apr 1999 - Nov 1999
8 months

Member of the Core Restructuring Team

Grammer AG Automotive

Expertise details
Position Summary
Member of the Core Restructuring Team at Grammer AG Automotive
Industries
Automotive
Business Areas
Operations
Project Management
Strategy
  • Developed business plans and led plant relocations.
Jan 1997 - Mar 1999
2 years 3 months

Head of Production Planning

Grammer AG

Expertise details
Position Summary
Head of Production Planning at Grammer AG
Industries
Automotive
Business Areas
Production
  • Managed production planning for headrests and armrests.
Jul 1992 - Dec 1996
4 years 6 months

Production Planner

Grammer AG Automotive

Expertise details
Position Summary
Production Planner at Grammer AG Automotive
Industries
Automotive
Business Areas
Production
Project Management
  • Supported manufacturing projects for BMW and VW.

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Automotive, Manufacturing, and Professional Services.

Automotive
Manufacturing
Professional Services
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Business Area Experience

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

Project Management
Production
Operations
Strategy
Supply Chain Management
Quality Assurance
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Summary

Senior project manager with extensive experience in leading complex, international series launch and industrialization projects. Proven in implementing efficient project structures and optimizing production processes that lead to significant efficiency and productivity improvements. Successfully led interdisciplinary teams and introduced innovative planning tools to reduce downtime and maximize capacity utilization. Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills who develops and implements targeted solutions. Excellent communication and leadership skills that motivate employees and support their development. Demonstrated success in sustainably implementing best practices in project management and process optimization.

Skills

  • Project Management

  • Refa Industrial Engineering Technician

  • Process Optimization

  • Series Launch Management

  • Team Leadership And Coaching

  • Planning Tools Implementation

  • Current State Analysis And Target Definition

  • Efficiency Improvement

  • Controlling Instruments

  • Strategic Process Development

  • Innovation Management

  • Ms Office

  • Sap R3

  • Fmea Software

  • Mindmanager

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced

Education

Oct 1997 - Jun 1998

Institut REFA

REFA Industrial Engineering Technician · Amberg, Germany

Oct 1989 - Jun 1992

IHK Regensburg

Industrial Foreman · Regensburg, Germany

Oct 1979 - Jun 1982

Firma Buchtal

Industrial Locksmith · Germany

Certifications & licenses

Ramp-up Management

University of St. Gallen

Facilitator

Develoop

Project Management

Management Circle

REFA Trainer Training

REFA Association

Value Analyst

VDI

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 15
Experience in Automotive 33 y
Avg length 2 y 10 m
Longest experience 15 y 6 m

Expertise

Recent roles Serbia Launch, Industrial Engineering Standard, Roller Lifter Capacity Expansion
Main industries Automotive, Manufacturing, Professional Services
Main business areas Project Management, Production, Operations

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor
Certifications earned 5

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Where is Peter based?

Peter is based in Amberg, Germany.

What languages does Peter speak?

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

How many years of experience does Peter have?

Peter has at least 33 years of experience. During this time, Peter has worked in at least 15 different roles and for 7 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 2 months. Note that Peter may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Peter be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Peter would be well-suited for roles such as: Serbia Launch, Industrial Engineering Standard, Roller Lifter Capacity Expansion.

What is Peter's latest experience?

Peter's most recent position is Serbia Launch at Autokabel Automotive.

What companies has Peter worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Peter has worked for Autokabel Automotive, Rehau Automotive, Mahle Ventiltrieb GmbH, and PK Projektmanagement.

Which industries is Peter most experienced in?

Peter is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Manufacturing, and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Peter most experienced in?

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

Which industries has Peter worked in recently?

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

Which business areas has Peter worked in recently?

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

What is Peter's education?

Peter holds a Bachelor in REFA Industrial Engineering Technician from Institut REFA.

Does Peter have any certificates?

Peter has 5 certificates. Among them, these include: Ramp-up Management, Facilitator, and Project Management.

What is the availability of Peter?

Peter is immediately available for suitable projects.

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