Holger Nath - Application Technician

Q: Where is Holger based?

Holger is based in Großaitingen, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Holger speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Holger have?

Holger has at least 38 years of experience. During this time, Holger has worked in at least 13 different roles and for 10 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 11 months . Note that Holger may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Holger's latest experience?

Holger's most recent position is Application Technician at Kennametal Sheared Service GmbH .

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

In recent years, Holger has worked for HoNaTec .

Q: Which industries is Holger most experienced in?

Holger is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Automotive , and Aerospace and Defense . Holger also has some experience in Transportation and Logistics .

Q: Which business areas is Holger most experienced in?

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

Q: Which industries has Holger worked in recently?

Holger has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Holger worked in recently?

Holger has recently worked in business areas like Production/Manufacturing , Project Management , and Quality Assurance (QA) .

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Großaitingen, Germany

Experience

Sep 2013 - Aug 2014

1 year

Application Technician

Kennametal Sheared Service GmbH

Customer advisor for Grob
Tool trials
Develop problem solutions with the customer
Trade fair service
Time calculations
Design and construction of special tools

May 2008 - Present

17 years 10 months

CNC Application Technician

HoNaTec

Project management for the commissioning of new machining processes
Optimization of existing machining processes
Commissioning of new machining processes
Design of new machining processes
Programming and optimization of CNC programs
Macro programming
Idea generation and design of special tools
Production support
Production management
Implementation and review of QM documentation in production

Sep 2003 - Apr 2008

4 years 8 months

CNC Application Technician in Product and Process Development

Kößler Technologie GmbH

Design of new projects
Planning of machine layouts
Time calculations
Design of fixtures
Design and idea generation for special tools
CNC programming and optimization
Macro programming
Technical project management during commissioning
Responsible for CIP (continuous improvement process)
Design of automation

Jan 2002 - Dec 2004

3 years

Race mechanic in the Alfa Romeo Diesel Cup

Engstler Motorsport

Chassis technician
Maintenance and preparation of the racing vehicles
Mechanic at customer track days

Jan 2001 - Aug 2003

2 years 8 months

CNC Application Technician Milling / Turn-Milling

Hommel CNC Technik GmbH

Programming of customer machines
Macro programming according to customer requirements
Machine demonstrations in the tech center
Support for sales staff
Training of staff at customer sites and in the tech center
Design of machine concepts
Design of automation

Jul 1997 - Dec 2000

3 years 6 months

Responsible for setting up the milling department

Kößler Technologie GmbH

Design new projects
Planning machine layouts
Time calculations
Design and manufacture of fixtures
Design and concept development for special tools
CNC programming and optimization
Macro programming
Technical project management during commissioning
Design of automation
Setup of 10 machining centers
From 01/2000, head of the milling department with 26 people

Feb 1996 - Oct 1997

1 year 9 months

Schänis, Switzerland

CNC miller and race mechanic in the Superbike German and World Championship

UGT 3000 Racing Team

Milling engine parts and other tuning components
Assembly of racing bikes
Improving the reliability of Ducati engines
Test bench technician
Working at trade shows
Race mechanic at customer track days
Race mechanic in the World Championship and the German Championship
Race mechanic in the UGT3000 team in the 125cc World Championship

Jan 1995 - Feb 1996

1 year 2 months

CNC miller and turner in toolmaking

MAN Roland Offenbach

Milling and turning of single parts and small series
CNC programming

Jul 1994 - Dec 1994

6 months

Machine setter for bearing shell production

Glyco Metall GmbH

Setup and production
Single part production in the test department

Jul 1993 - Jun 1994

1 year

Truck driver

Petri Transport

Driving trucks on construction sites
Operating construction machinery
Driving heavy transports with semi-trailer trucks

May 1992 - Jun 1993

1 year 2 months

CNC Programmer

Fritz Werner GmbH

Creation and maintenance of CNC programs

Apr 1991 - Apr 1992

1 year 1 month

Military Service

Jul 1988 - Mar 1991

2 years 9 months

Production staff and CNC Programmer

Fritz Werner GmbH

Setting up and producing serial parts
Programming printing machine components

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Manufacturing (34 years), Automotive (4.5 years), Transportation (1 year), and Aerospace and Defense (1 year).

Manufacturing

Automotive

Transportation

Aerospace and Defense

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 Production (28 years), Project Management (26 years), Quality Assurance (18 years), Product Development (13 years), Operations (6.5 years), and Customer Service (3.5 years).

Production

Project Management

Quality Assurance

Product Development

Operations

Customer Service

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Aug 1985 - Sep 1988

Fritz Werner GmbH

Machining mechanic, turning technology · Inning am Ammersee, Germany

Aug 1980 - Jul 1985

Middle school

Rüdesheim am Rhein, Germany

Aug 1976 - Jul 1980

Primary school

Rüdesheim am Rhein, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Industrial Foreman in Metal

Munich Upper Bavaria Chamber of Industry and Commerce

Profile

Created

June 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Holger based?

Holger is based in Großaitingen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Holger speak?

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

How many years of experience does Holger have?

Holger has at least 38 years of experience. During this time, Holger has worked in at least 13 different roles and for 10 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 11 months. Note that Holger may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Holger be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Holger would be well-suited for roles such as: Application Technician, CNC Application Technician, CNC Application Technician in Product and Process Development.

What is Holger's latest experience?

Holger's most recent position is Application Technician at Kennametal Sheared Service GmbH.

What companies has Holger worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Holger has worked for HoNaTec.

Which industries is Holger most experienced in?

Holger is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Aerospace and Defense. Holger also has some experience in Transportation and Logistics.

Which business areas is Holger most experienced in?

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

Which industries has Holger worked in recently?

Holger has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Holger worked in recently?

Holger has recently worked in business areas like Production/Manufacturing, Project Management, and Quality Assurance (QA).

What is Holger's education?

Holger holds a Doctorate in Machining mechanic, turning technology from Fritz Werner GmbH.

Does Holger have any certificates?

Holger has 1 certificate: Industrial Foreman in Metal.

What is the availability of Holger?

Holger is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Holger?

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