Tobias Echsle
Bingen
Summary
Experienced Plant Manager adept at improving output, maximizing quality and boosting employee satisfaction with hands-on management style. Recognized as effective business manager and motivational leader. Successful manufacturing management career spanning 7 years.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Zollern GmbH& Co. KG
10.2022 - Current
- Overall responsibility for the smooth running and efficiency of the plant 250 employees
- Area of responsibility (production, process development, quality, safety and environment, OPEX, planning, accounting, human resources, purchasing and logistics)
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Reduced downtime for maintenance by establishing a proactive preventive maintenance program.
- Enhanced safety standards with implementation of comprehensive safety training initiatives for all employees.
- Streamlined supply chain operations, reducing lead times and improving inventory management.
- Developed cross-functional teams to foster collaboration and improve communication across departments.
- Managed budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring optimal use of funds for operational efficiency.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce defect rates and enhance product quality consistently.
- Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
- Collaborated with engineering team to design new machinery, resulting in increased production capacity.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, securing cost savings on raw materials without sacrificing quality.
- Mentored and developed staff members, promoting professional growth opportunities within the organization.
- Championed sustainable practices throughout the facility, implementing waste reduction strategies and energy-efficient technologies.
- Collaborated with sales team to align plant capabilities with customer demands, fostering long-term business relationships.
- Conducted thorough root cause analyses on production issues, identifying solutions for continuous improvement efforts.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends in workplace injuries or near-misses; implemented corrective actions accordingly.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
Head Of The Department Model Production & Assembly
ZOLLERN GmbH & Co. KG
12.2017 - 11.2022
- Management of 52 employees
- Development and implementation of shop floor management
- Increasing process reliability and productivity
- Monitoring production quality, achievement of target figures and compliance with prevention regulations
- Compliance with and creation of operating instructions and risk assessments
- Management and control of resources and personnel deployment planning
- Supporting the production management
Development and coordination of lean in accordance with EN 9100, ISO/TS 16949 and EN ISO 9001 - Implementation and coordination of process optimization
- Cooperative collaboration with quality assurance incl
- Derivation of measures in the event of characteristic deviations
- Creation and processing of instructions.
Implementation of audits incl. derivation of measures - Developed and executed strategic plans for achieving departmental goals, leading to significant business growth.
- Managed budgets, resources, and timelines effectively to ensure the successful completion of all projects.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and maximize overall organizational performance.
- Championed change initiatives that resulted in improved workflow processes, increased productivity, and cost savings.
Process Technician in Investment Casting
ZOLLERN GmbH & Co. KG
02.2016 - 09.2018
- Process optimization of model production and assembly
- Increasing process reliability and productivity
- Creating and processing instructions
- Managing cross-departmental projects
- Reduction of rejects in the production area
- Introduction of lean management
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Group Manager Measurement Technology
ZOLLERN GmbH & Co. KG
01.2014 - 02.2016
- Management of 2 employees
- Preparation of measurement documents and creation of test plans
- Programming CNC measuring machines.
Toolmaker
ZOLLERN GmbH & Co. KG
02.2007 - 01.2014
- CNC turning, milling, grinding
- Assembly of complex tools and
- jigs and fixtures
- Planning of work processes.
Education
WEKA Akademie -
Business Administration For Non-business Economist
04.2023
WEKA Akademie -
Internal Auditor DIN EN ISO 19001
04.2023
Lean Management
WEKA Akademie01.2023
Negotiate Effectively And Successfully
11.2022
Virtual Moderation And Meeting Techniques
WEKA Akademie06.2022
DMAIC: Reduction of Crack Detection Scrap Vacuum
Six Sigma Green (03/18), Black Belt (03/20)
12.2019
5 S Training
SigmaPro GmbH10.2018
Master Craftsman Precision Mechanics
11.2016
Specialising in Devices & Precision Mechanics
Apprenticeship Industrial Mechanic
02.2007
Skills
- Investment casting, metallurgy, heat treatment, Rapid Prototyping
- Six Sigma expertise
- Waste Reduction
- Cost Control and Cost Reporting
- Safety Management
- Team building and development
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Resource Coordination
- Logistics Coordination
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Training programs
- Project Coordination
- MS Office (Word, Excel, OneNote, PowerPoint), Minitab (since 2014), SAP ERP & Bex-Analyzer (since 2017)
- English (fluent in spoken and written)
Birthdate
05/16/86
Family Status
married, one child
Memberships And Interests
Association of German Foundrymen since 2015 (VDG e.V.), family, football, mountain biking, gardening, cooking
Personal Information
Nationality: German
Timeline
Plant Manager
Zollern GmbH& Co. KG
10.2022 - Current
Head Of The Department Model Production & Assembly
ZOLLERN GmbH & Co. KG
12.2017 - 11.2022
Process Technician in Investment Casting
ZOLLERN GmbH & Co. KG
02.2016 - 09.2018
Group Manager Measurement Technology
ZOLLERN GmbH & Co. KG
01.2014 - 02.2016
Toolmaker
ZOLLERN GmbH & Co. KG
02.2007 - 01.2014
WEKA Akademie -
Business Administration For Non-business Economist
WEKA Akademie -
Internal Auditor DIN EN ISO 19001
Lean Management
Negotiate Effectively And Successfully
Virtual Moderation And Meeting Techniques
DMAIC: Reduction of Crack Detection Scrap Vacuum
Six Sigma Green (03/18), Black Belt (03/20)
5 S Training
Master Craftsman Precision Mechanics
Specialising in Devices & Precision Mechanics
Apprenticeship Industrial Mechanic
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