Conveyor Technology Specialist in Germany

• Retrofit of 10 existing distribution centers with ASML (automated scan manual labelling)

• Automation of conveyor technology at the induct with the goals of improving ergonomics, reducing costs, and increasing throughput

• Adaptation of existing MHE (material handling equipment)

• Supplier management (internal and external)

• Construction site coordination

• Detailed planning and execution of the implementation concept

• Acceptance tests for machine safety, Machinery Directive

• Planning and execution of IOQ, SWEH, SAT, Launch

• Ensuring compliance with costs, deadlines, and scope

• Risk management

• PM coaching of the project team and suppliers

• Leading multiple international teams

• International communication/coordination of sites (Delivery Stations AMZL, suppliers), RME, Ops, Safety, PMO, and Quality

• Methods and tools: Interim project management, project management (classic, agile, hybrid), change management, V-model, Scrum, Ozark, Chime, PtW, RightCrowd, stakeholder management, scheduling, cost planning, resource planning, controlling, conveyor technology, logistics, mechanical engineering, construction site coordination, claim management, requirements management, specifications, functional specification, supply chain management, risk management, FMEA, lessons learned, supplier management, team leadership, communication (international)

Technical and commercial risk assessment for an investment project in the hardware sector (scaling potential, liability risks, operational processes) Process consulting for two SMEs in the engineering environment, focusing on workflow digitization, PLM

• Plant design in conveyor technology
• Engineering and design of conveyors for the automotive industry / battery transport
• Execution, CAD: AutoCAD Inventor 2019 3D + Vault

• Developed and implemented comprehensive project plans for the rollout of various MHE systems (e.g., automated forklifts, conveyors) across Amazon’s network, including innovative packaging designs and material innovations.
• Set and coordinated daily milestones with both internal teams and external vendors.
• Ensured continuous alignment among warehouse operations, technical teams, and external partners through regular progress meetings, maintaining complete project transparency.
• Directed comprehensive activities including employee training led by the Learn team, performed detailed machine parts checklists to verify compliance, and monitored setup adherence to safety and operational standards.
• Implemented robust end-to-end testing protocols, monitored key performance indicators, and facilitated a seamless transition from project completion to regular operations with thorough documentation.

• From April 2019: client Guldberg GmbH, Munich
• End customer: Dräxlmaier in Sachsenheim, battery assembly for E-Porsche
• Coordination of 12 manual and automatic stations, 4 suppliers
• Plant completion, ramp-up, final acceptance, expansions

• Conversion of furnace heating from coke gas to natural gas and subsequent changeover to a natural gas/hydrogen blend
• Utility supply and piping work (compressed air, cooling water, gas supply, electrical installation)
• Procurement and negotiations with suppliers
• Reporting to management
• Creation of layouts and project plans in MS Project
• Budget planning and monitoring
• Creation of various requirement and specification documents
• Topics: steel production, blast furnace, rolling mill, gas burner, hydrogen

• Design and development of technical systems, devices, fixtures, plants, conveyor systems, and machines
• Energy-related cost and process optimization in plant engineering
• Development of solutions beyond the standard, well thought out and innovative
• Creation of documentation such as operating manuals, training materials, drawings, parts lists, spare parts lists
• Creation of risk analyses (FMEA)
• Definition and structuring of control and program sequences
• Creation of process diagrams – P&ID diagrams
• Calculations, design & simulation (FEM) of components and assemblies
• Project management, personnel, cost & time management

• Development, design, and detailing of custom machine tools (CNC machine tools for plastic eyeglass lenses).
• 3D modeling of assembly designs, modules, and components (including cast parts, gear and worm gear drives, energy and media supply systems, etc.); FEM calculations.
• Creation of assembly drawings including bill of materials structures and detailed part drawings.
• Coordination with suppliers and support for specialist departments.
• Support during prototype build and test processes.

• Temporary support for several medium-sized companies in the Osnabrück area in project management
• Preparation and launch of large projects with budgets of around EUR 20 million or more in machine and plant engineering
• Risk management, project definitions, head of design

• Planning and construction of an AutoStore to increase space efficiency and avoid new logistics space. Acquisition, costing, and integration for national and international clients in the pharmaceutical sector.
• AutoStore implementation (30,000 bins, 30 robots) – +50% space efficiency, -15% throughput. Reduced staffing needs by 12% through automation.

• Leading the purchasing team
• Identifying cost saving opportunities and efficiency improvements in the procurement process and implementing process optimizations
• Developing and implementing procurement strategies in coordination with product management (CTO) and operations management (COO)
• Managing and selecting suppliers for high-quality and cost-effective products and services
• Negotiating purchasing contracts and framework agreements
• Monitoring material flow between suppliers, external manufacturing and assembly companies, and in-house production
• Ensuring compliance with quality and delivery standards in coordination with QA (production)

• Designed and implemented a comprehensive EHS strategy for complex conveyor installations on a 95,000 m² project site with over 16 km of conveyor network
• Fully integrated EHS components into all project phases through close collaboration with interdisciplinary project teams in a multi-shift operation
• Established and continuously developed an integrated safety management system for up to 300 employees with ongoing optimization of safety standards
• Responsible for coordinating recurring startup meetings for the EHS-compliant implementation of large-scale conveyor sections
• Proper development and management of safety documentation (RAMS, EHS plans, work permits) for large industrial systems
• Regularly performed EHS inspections and comprehensive site coordination in a continuous shift operation
• Led the Lock-out/Tag-out (LoTo) process to ensure maximum equipment safety
• Planned and delivered targeted EHS training and toolbox talks for teams in a large project environment
• Successfully introduced Dematic EHS guidelines with structured reporting and ongoing performance monitoring
• Led strategic EHS meetings to continuously reinforce the safety mindset in a dynamic work environment

• Revenue €90M, 50 employees

• Industry: shipbuilding, marina

• Temporary fill of PMO lead position

• Capture and validation of PMO processes

• Creation of capacity planning until 2032

• Evaluation of standard preservation processes, including VSM and macro mapping

• Development of planning tools for project coordinators

• Participation in alignment meetings with Meyer Werft

• Data provision for monthly review

• Contribution to procurement strategy for new ships

• Creation of AKV and job descriptions for project managers and project coordinators

• Project management of the cruise ship Disney Adventure

• Re-design of reporting tool

• Development of a planning tool for project coordinators with planning horizon until 2032

• Design of an on-call service including work instructions

• Creation of costing models for proposals

• Project management Disney Adventure

• Project planning and project management of packaging lines
• Support of the entire project process and optimization through claim management, open points list, regular project meetings, stakeholder management
• Feasibility analysis, packaging development and tendering of a packaging line for frozen baked goods for a large bakery
• Technical consulting on the process and production of a circular packaging solution
• Support for startups (design office, food producer, consulting company, ...)
• Project manager on the customer side for a heating equipment manufacturer, packaging technology/central palletizing
• Technical sales in packaging technology in northern and western Germany