Holger H.
Freelance Industrial Engineer, Process and Manufacturing Planner, REFA/Lean Specialist
Experience
Jan 2012 - Present
13 years 8 monthsEllrich, Germany
Freelance Industrial Engineer, Process and Manufacturing Planner, REFA/Lean Specialist
ABU Consulting - Industrial Consulting for Work Design and Process Organization
- Advising and providing operational support in work preparation, production planning, time management, and quality management for companies in the automotive, rail, mechanical engineering, and medical technology sectors.
- Optimizing processes, material flows, and work organization through detailed time studies, process data management, and targeted measures to increase productivity and reduce costs.
- Time management & work preparation – Planning and conducting REFA and MTM time studies with ORTIM a6/ORTIMZeit to determine standard times. Creating and adjusting work plans, time modules, and actual-to-planned comparisons to boost production efficiency.
- Process & production optimization – Identifying and eliminating bottlenecks through value stream analyses and lean methods (5S, Kaizen). Reducing setup times and improving material flows for optimized production processes.
- Factory & production planning – Supporting the planning of new production sites, equipment layout, and facility design to increase capacity.
- Quality management & auditing – Implementing and managing quality management systems according to ISO 9001, including internal audits, KPI analysis, and corrective actions. Supporting external audits for successful certification.
- Supply chain efficiency – Optimizing logistics processes through strategic warehouse sizing, logistics simulation, and developing efficient distribution systems.
- Cross-industry project experience – Successfully delivered projects for renowned companies such as KS HUAYU AluTec, PROTEGO, Grammer, TENNECO, Siemens Healthineers, DB Vehicle Maintenance, Continental, and SBB.
Jan 2011 - Dec 2012
2 yearsBleicherode, Germany
Quality Management Representative
Windsor Fensterwerk GmbH
- Developing and improving the quality management documentation and maintaining the QM manual to ensure high quality standards.
- Optimizing the quality management system through compliant, statistically backed improvements.
- Applying statistical methods to improve efficiency in work organization and quality assurance.
- Collecting and preparing quality data for process optimization.
- Organizing and conducting internal and external audits to ensure high product and process quality.
- Verifying measuring equipment and conducting process capability studies.
- Calibrating measurement equipment and managing testing tools efficiently.
- Handling complaints to maintain quality levels and strengthen customer relationships.
- Advising and representing internal and external customers on quality-related matters.
- Conducting time management analyses to increase productivity.
- Designing and setting up modern production facilities in aluminum construction to improve efficiency.
- Achieved ISO 9001 certification for aluminum and plastics construction via EQ-ZERT (05/2012) by establishing a QM system, internal audits, and process optimization.
Jan 2010 - Dec 2011
2 yearsDessau-Roßlau, Germany
Production Optimization Specialist
DB Vehicle Maintenance Dessau GmbH
Jan 2009 - Dec 2010
2 yearsFreelance Work
ABU Consulting
Jan 2003 - Dec 2007
5 yearsIllness-related Phase of Career Reorientation
Career Reorientation
Jan 2001 - Dec 2003
3 yearsAssembler
Adecco Personnel Services GmbH
Jan 2000 - Dec 2001
2 yearsCareer Reorientation and Active Job Search
Career Reorientation
Jan 1996 - Dec 2000
5 yearsInsurance Specialist
DEVK
Jan 1992 - Dec 1996
5 yearsOybin, Germany
Upholsterer
Weise GmbH
Jan 1990 - Dec 1992
3 yearsEllrich, Germany
Caretaker
Sülzhayn Healthcare Facility
Jan 1986 - Dec 1990
5 yearsGermany
Contract Soldier
NVA
Summary
Dedicated REFA/Lean specialist with extensive experience in advising and hands-on support for companies in the automotive, mechanical engineering, rail, and medical technology sectors. Skilled in optimizing production processes, material flows, and work organization using lean methods, value stream analyses, and time studies. Strong expertise in setting up and managing ISO 9001 quality management systems, including conducting internal audits and verifying measuring equipment. Successfully led projects to improve efficiency and reduce costs, as well as developed and implemented strategies to optimize supply chains and production site planning. A team player with a hands-on approach and strong analytical skills. Structured work style and excellent time management for efficient prioritization and handling of various tasks. Results-driven, honest, and customer-focused, even in dynamic and challenging environments.
Languages
German
NativeEducation
Oct 2007 - Jun 2009
Vocational Training Center Goslar
REFA Technician for Industrial Engineering/REFA Quality Manager · Goslar, Germany
Oct 1996 - Jun 1997
German Insurance Association, Cologne
Insurance Specialist · Cologne, Germany
Oct 1984 - Jun 1986
VEB Leuna Works
Maintenance Mechanic · Leuna, Germany
Certifications & licenses
REFA Quality Manager
Vocational Training Center Goslar
REFA Technician for Industrial Engineering
Vocational Training Center Goslar
Insurance Specialist (BWV)
German Insurance Association, Cologne
Maintenance Mechanic
VEB Leuna Works
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