Robert Olz - Interim SQM Plastics

Q: Where is Robert based?

Robert is based in Widnau, Switzerland and prefers 100% remote projects.

Q: What languages does Robert speak?

Robert speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Robert have?

Robert has at least 44 years of experience. During this time, Robert has worked in at least 26 different roles and for 32 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 5 months . Note that Robert may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Robert's latest experience?

Robert's most recent position is Interim SQM Plastics at thyssenkrupp Automotive, tkDC Dynamic Components .

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

In recent years, Robert has worked for thyssenkrupp Automotive, tkDC Dynamic Components , VAT Group AG , SwissOptic AG, Jenoptik , and IngBOlz GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Robert most experienced in?

Robert is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Automotive , and Chemical . Robert also has some experience in Construction , Healthcare , and Telecommunication .

Q: Which business areas is Robert most experienced in?

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

Q: Which industries has Robert worked in recently?

Robert has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Robert worked in recently?

Robert has recently worked in business areas like Operations , Production , and Supply Chain Management .

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Widnau, Switzerland

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Experience

Jun 2023 - Present

3 years 2 months

Liechtenstein

Interim SQM Plastics

thyssenkrupp Automotive, tkDC Dynamic Components

Supplier management
Carrying out SQI audits
Supporting sustainability activities

Aug 2022 - Present

4 years

Sennwald, Switzerland

Interim Head of Assembly

VAT Group AG

Planning support in assembly
Prioritizing orders and projects
Employee recruitment
Support for cleanroom production
Monitoring assembly processes

Apr 2021 - Jun 2022

1 year 3 months

Au, Switzerland

Interim Operation Manager

SwissOptic AG, Jenoptik

Leading operations and responsibility for all production
Implementing and monitoring KPIs
Shopfloor management
Maintenance
Supply chain management (SCM) and production planning/preparation (AVOR)
Process optimization
Extended management tasks

Mar 2021 - Apr 2021

2 months

Neu-Ulm, Germany

Interim SCM Manager

Metzner Maschinenbau GmbH

Planning support for projects and production
Prioritizing orders
Monitoring assembly
Tracking project progress

Nov 2020 - Apr 2021

6 months

Heroldstatt, Germany

Interim Project Manager

Dietz-Technoplast GmbH

Project planning of leather-covered interior and seat parts for the Porsche Panamera
Conducting and taking part in task force meetings

May 2020 - Sep 2020

5 months

Bonn, Germany

Interim Launch Manager

Magnetfabrik Bonn

Task force work together with Bosch
Development of process improvement proposals
Project management of launch activities for automotive sensor magnets

Oct 2019 - Dec 2019

3 months

Woodstock, United States

Interim Launch Manager

Möller-Tech, AKKA, UTPB

Analysis of manufacturing problems
Identification and handling of launch issues
Development of process improvement proposals
Support with PPAP activities

Jul 2019 - Aug 2019

2 months

Nýřany, Czech Republic

Interim Process Analysis

U-SHIN

Process analysis for electronic tailgate openings
Assessment of two laser welding systems
Development of process improvement proposals

Apr 2019 - Aug 2019

5 months

Schwanenstadt, Austria

Interim Project Manager

Ulbrichts GmbH

Development of plated emblems
Project management for emblems and exterior parts
Process optimization in manufacturing

Dec 2018 - May 2019

6 months

Laichingen, Germany

Interim Supplier Manager

MAYER GmbH

Supplier assessment and development
Carrying out value analyses
Process optimization
Support with certification activities according to ISO 16949

Sep 2018 - Dec 2018

4 months

Darmstadt, Germany

Interim Lecturer

FAIN GmbH, IHK

Conducting webinars for future industrial master craftsmen in plastics and rubber
Training on plastics-related topics
Exam preparation for the master craftsman exam

Jun 2018 - Aug 2018

3 months

Aschaffenburg, Germany

Commodity Manager

KION Group AG

Supplier assessment and development
Identification and implementation of cost-saving potential
Supplier selection for new projects
Production analyses at suppliers
Identification of savings potential
Production control for problematic suppliers
Process assessment and evaluation

Dec 2017 - Mar 2018

4 months

Liechtenstein

Supplier Manager

ThyssenKrupp Presta

Supplier assessment and development for a Tier 1 automotive supplier
Process optimization at suppliers
Conducting audits
Monitoring progress of measures

Oct 2017 - Nov 2017

2 months

Unna, Germany

Interim PLT

BMW AG

Assessment of injection molding production and assembly of door trims
Optimization of processes in injection molding and assembly
Development of proposals for maintenance and servicing

Sep 2017 - Sep 2017

1 month

Schwaikheim, Germany

Interim Production Manager

Freeglass GmbH & Co KG

Process and workflow optimization during the start-up of a new project in the automotive supplier industry

Jul 2017 - Sep 2017

3 months

Legnica, Poland

Interim Project Manager

Faurecia Angell-Demmel GmbH

Development support for the interior of the new BMW Z4
Process optimization in interior production
International tool support
Support during the launch at the Legnica plant

May 2017 - Jun 2017

2 months

Gleisdorf, Austria

Interim Market Research

Bublon GmbH

Market research for the lightweight filler Bublon
Analysis of the use of Bublon in plastics, paints, and adhesives

Mar 2017 - Apr 2017

2 months

Hanover, Germany

Interim M&A

Hannover Finanz GmbH

Exploring investment opportunities
Technical and professional support for M&A reviews
Advising the financial service provider

Mar 2016 - Feb 2017

1 year

Munich, Germany

Interim Development

Huawei R&D Munich

Basic development for new antenna generations in the 5G environment
Support in all plastics-related matters
Use of 3D MID technology
Use of organosheets

May 2014 - Apr 2016

2 years

Oppenweiler, Germany

Interim Project Manager

Murrplastik Produktionstechnik

Project management for actuators and junction boxes in the automotive industry
Coordination with different OEMs
Part costing
Planning of assembly processes
Tool management for prototypes and series production
Carrying out FMEA
Supplier management

Jan 2014 - Mar 2014

3 months

Wangen im Allgäu, Germany

Interim Assembly Manager

ADOMA

Management of assembly
Shift planning and employee supervision
Process optimization
Cleanroom production of hygiene products for schools and dental practices
Organization of printing and sterilization
Use of GMT processes

May 2013 - Dec 2013

8 months

Hohentengen, Germany

Interim Project Manager

Becker Kunststofftechnik

Project management for interior parts of the Audi Q7
Coordination with external development and system supplier for the instrument panel
Coordination and approval of parts with OEM Audi
Tool management

Jun 2012 - Present

14 years 2 months

Interim Management

IngBOlz GmbH

Freelance interim management for customers in the automotive, electronics, and plastics industries

May 2012 - Mar 2013

11 months

Ulm, Germany

Interim Development

Mayser Sicherheitstechnik

Development and evaluation of a new joining technology
Testing on a lab scale and transfer into a series product
Production support
Quality assurance and testing activities
Component costing
Sourcing of alternative materials

Jul 2010 - May 2012

1 year 11 months

Ehingen, Germany

Site Manager Ehingen

Mohr-Präzisionsteile, GM Tec, KAP

Site management for the production of gears and worm gears
Restructuring with relocation of machines and automation systems
New procurement and optimization of existing production cells
Technical support for the site in Belarus
Responsibility for own toolmaking
Plant layout planning and expansion of infrastructure
International supply chain management
Direct reporting to the Managing Director
Management of approx. 125 employees

Jun 2008 - Oct 2009

1 year 5 months

Türkheim, Germany

Head of Technology and Sales

HTP-Motion, HTI, formerly Salamander

Site management, project management, and sales responsibility
Support for production and assembly
Cleanroom production and assembly of dental devices and mixed parts
Development work
In-house mold design and tool making
Tool management
Process engineering and material selection
Reporting to management with responsibility across locations
Regular coordination with Tier 1 customers
Carrying out PPAP and APQP
Interior responsibility for the Porsche Panamera
Managing about 25 direct reports and about 125 employees at the site
Shutdown of the plant and transfer to Austrian and Slovak plants

Apr 2002 - May 2008

6 years 2 months

Gerstetten, Germany

Project Manager Tooling

Gardena, Husqvarna

International customer support and project management
Sales support
Process engineering and plastic-friendly part design
Support for in-house development and supervision of external developers
Part costing
Tool management
PPAP coordination with international customers

Sep 1994 - Mar 2002

7 years 7 months

Bad Urach, Germany

Head of Market and Technology

Magura, MBG

Building a profit center for plastics technology
Restructuring from a hierarchical to a process-oriented organization
Setting up an independent quality assurance team
Process engineering and plastics support internally and externally (including BMW two-wheeler, Festo, Rieber)
Building in-house mold design and tool making
Developing mechatronic assemblies together with bebro-electronic
Setting up plastics production in the Czech Republic
Building the company website and network structure
Negotiations with customers and suppliers
Creating specifications, purchasing and negotiating plants and automation systems
Budget and sales responsibility
Reporting to management
Leading 4 direct reports and a profit center with about 60 employees in a 3-shift operation
Supporting customers from the automotive and pneumatics industries

Jul 1991 - Aug 1994

3 years 2 months

Nersingen, Germany

Deputy Head of Department

Hilti Kunststofftechnik

Workforce planning for a 3-shift operation, 7 days a week
Maintenance of over 100 injection molding machines
Building an electronic production board with BDE support
Support for work preparation, production, and assembly
Participation in regular management meetings
Team member for new developments including costing and project management
Leading 4 direct masters and about 100 production employees

Aug 1986 - Jun 1991

4 years 11 months

Rapperswil-Jona, Switzerland

Group Leader

Geberit AG

Development support through plastic-friendly part design
Material selection and rheological calculations
Part costing and competitor analysis
Technical support for the main plant and subsidiaries
Introduction of new production methods (2K, GID, LSR)
Process optimization
Management team member in development
Supporting a plant with about 800 employees, over 100 injection molding machines, presses, and hollow body blow molding systems
Building an expert system
Reporting to managing directors and department heads
Leading a group of 5 direct reports

Apr 1985 - Jul 1986

1 year 4 months

Korneuburg, Austria

Operations Assistant

HB Plastic, SFS-intec

Order planning
Production support
Tool design and tool management
Setting up a quality assurance system according to Q101
Coordination with Tier 1 customers for safety components (seat belt systems)
Assembly support
Application engineering
Reporting to management
Setting up a production line for skin punching (polishing V2A tubes, assembly with handle, sterilization)
Working in a plant with around 50 employees

Oct 1981 - Mar 1985

3 years 6 months

Vienna, Austria

Technical Clerk

Austrian Research Institute, ÖFI

Setting up the plastics in construction area together with a civil engineer
Carrying out industrial and research projects
Renovation supervision of the Albertina in Vienna
Development and testing of crack-bridging coatings
Working with polymer concrete, comparable to the activities of SKZ in Würzburg

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Automotive, Chemical, Construction, Healthcare, and Telecommunication.

Manufacturing

Automotive

Chemical

Construction

Healthcare

Telecommunication

Business Area Experience

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

Production

Product Development

Operations

Quality Assurance

Project Management

Supply Chain Management

Skills

Injection Molding Technology And Special Processes
3d-Mid
2k
Gid
Part Design
Part Costing
Process Optimization
Automation
Process Engineering
Tool Design
Quality Assurance
Material Selection
Extrusion
Cae
It User Skills (Ms Office, Ms Project, Sap)
Full Responsibility As Plant / Production Manager, From Idea / Request, Costing, Design, Prototypes, Project Management Through Process Optimization And Training.
Industry Experience: Automotive, Pneumatics, Sanitary, Electronics, Mechatronics, Some Medical, Glass
Component Range: Tank Assemblies, Pneumatic Valves, Metal Inserts, Gears, Interior Parts, 2k Mixers
Leadership Responsibility: 175 Hourly Employees, Approx. €70 Million In Revenue
International Experience: Dach, Czech Republic, Portugal, Italy, Asia (China, Taiwan, Korea), Usa

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Elementary

Education

Donau University Krems

MBA · Executive MBA · Krems an der Donau, Austria

TGM Vienna, Laboratory for Plastics Technology (LKT)

Studies · Plastics engineering · Vienna, Austria

Certifications & licenses

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 32

Experience in Manufacturing 40.5 y

Avg length 1 y 10 m

Longest experience 14 y 1 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 7 (Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, United States, +2)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Interim SQM Plastics, Interim Head of Assembly, Interim Operation Manager

Main industries Manufacturing, Automotive, Chemical

Main business areas Production, Product Development, Operations

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Certifications earned 1

Profile

Created

November 2024

Last Update

July 2026

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Robert is based in Widnau, Switzerland and prefers 100% remote projects.

Robert speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Elementary).

Robert has at least 44 years of experience. During this time, Robert has worked in at least 26 different roles and for 32 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 5 months. Note that Robert may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Robert would be well-suited for roles such as: Interim SQM Plastics, Interim Head of Assembly, Interim Operation Manager.

Robert's most recent position is Interim SQM Plastics at thyssenkrupp Automotive, tkDC Dynamic Components.

In recent years, Robert has worked for thyssenkrupp Automotive, tkDC Dynamic Components, VAT Group AG, SwissOptic AG, Jenoptik, and IngBOlz GmbH.

Robert is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Chemical. Robert also has some experience in Construction, Healthcare, and Telecommunication.

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

Robert has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing.

Robert has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Production, and Supply Chain Management.

Robert holds a Master in Executive MBA from Donau University Krems.

Robert has 1 certificate: Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt.

Robert is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

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

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