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Aliaa Almetwally

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Aliaa Almetwally
Darmstadt, Germany

Experience

Jan 2024 - Present
2 years 3 months
Frankfurt, Germany

Project & Continuous Improvement Manager

FCS Frankfurt Cargo Service

  • CI Department Leadership: Established the Continuous Improvement (CI) department from the ground up, reporting to both local operations and global headquarters.
  • Lean Management: Implemented Lean principles, including Gemba walks, 5S methodologies, and Kaizen workshops to drive operational improvements.
  • Safety & Standards: Promoted a safety-first culture and developed the Operations Library of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Automation & Process Improvement: Introduced automated solutions to reduce workloads and increase productivity.
  • Performance Analytics: Developed shift reports and interactive dashboards (Power BI) for performance monitoring and in-depth analysis.
  • Training & Mentorship: Trained new team members on CI principles and conducted workshops on Six Sigma tools.
  • Operational Efficiency: Identified and eliminated bottlenecks through process mapping VSM and risk assessments.
  • Global Standards: Contributed to developing global-level standards and benchmarks for operational excellence.
May 2021 - Dec 2023
2 years 8 months
Germany

Continuous Improvement Manager (ACES)

Amazon

  • Operational Excellence: Led structured CI activities aligned with business goals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Standardization: Developed, reviewed, and optimized Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for delivery stations.
  • Performance Metrics: Designed KPIs and dashboards, providing real-time operational insights and executive reports.
  • Root Cause Analysis: Conducted in-depth performance analysis using 5Whys, Ishikawa diagrams, and Pareto analysis.
  • Lean & Six Sigma: Implemented Kaizens, 5S, and Gemba walks to improve operational workflows.
  • Process Audits: Performed audits to ensure sustained improvements and documented findings through debriefing reports.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Collaborated with senior leadership, providing updates on project status and process improvements.
Apr 2008 - Feb 2013
4 years 11 months
Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic

Mechanical Design Engineer

HIAST (Higher Institute for Applied Science and Technology)

  • Concept Development: Collected requirements and developed multiple mechanical design concepts validated through quality standards.
  • CAD Modeling: Created detailed 3D CAD models, assembly drawings, and bills of materials (BOM).
  • Design Optimization: Modified product designs based on new operational and physical requirements.
  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA): Analyzed mechanical components under stress, force, and moment conditions using FEA techniques.
  • Production Oversight: Monitored and controlled manufacturing processes across multiple production lines.
  • Innovation: Designed and developed a 3-axis Cartesian robot for industrial automation.

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Transportation (5 years) and Manufacturing (5 years).

Transportation
Manufacturing

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Operations (5 years), Quality Assurance (5 years), Product Development (5 years), Production (5 years), Business Intelligence (2.5 years), and Project Management (2 years).

Operations
Quality Assurance
Product Development
Production
Business Intelligence
Project Management

Languages

Arabic
Native
German
Native
English
Advanced

Certifications & licenses

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Six Sigma Academy Amsterdam

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Aliaa based?

Aliaa is based in Darmstadt, Germany.

What languages does Aliaa speak?

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

How many years of experience does Aliaa have?

Aliaa has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Aliaa has worked in at least 3 different roles and for 3 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 3 months. Note that Aliaa may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Aliaa be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Aliaa would be well-suited for roles such as: Project & Continuous Improvement Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager (ACES), Mechanical Design Engineer.

What is Aliaa's latest experience?

Aliaa's most recent position is Project & Continuous Improvement Manager at FCS Frankfurt Cargo Service.

What companies has Aliaa worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Aliaa has worked for FCS Frankfurt Cargo Service and Amazon.

Which industries is Aliaa most experienced in?

Aliaa is most experienced in industries like Transportation and Logistics and Manufacturing.

Which business areas is Aliaa most experienced in?

Aliaa is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Quality Assurance (QA), and Product Development. Aliaa also has some experience in Production/Manufacturing, Business Intelligence, and Project Management.

Which industries has Aliaa worked in recently?

Aliaa has recently worked in industries like Transportation and Logistics.

Which business areas has Aliaa worked in recently?

Aliaa has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Quality Assurance (QA), and Business Intelligence.

Does Aliaa have any certificates?

Aliaa has 1 certificate: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

What is the availability of Aliaa?

Aliaa will be available from April 2026.

What is the rate of Aliaa?

Aliaa'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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