Joseph Amorin
intacs Provisional Assessor AUTOMOTIVE SPICE®
Freelance Business Operations and ASPICE Quality Assurance
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of operational processes to ensure alignment with ASPICE standards.
- Develop and implement quality assurance frameworks that enhance product and process quality.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and foster a culture of quality.
- Provide training and support to teams on ASPICE requirements and best practices.
- Facilitate audits and assessments to identify non-compliance issues and develop corrective action plans.
- By leveraging my expertise in operations and quality assurance, I help organizations achieve their strategic goals while maintaining the highest standards of quality.
Quality Assurance Engineer & Read Across Leader for both HVAC and e-Compressors
Hanon Systems Deutschland GmbH
- As a dedicated Quality Assurance Engineer and Read Across Leader for both automotive Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) and e-Compressors, I brought a proactive approach to maintaining high-quality standards across projects. I was responsible for creating and maintaining the Quality Assurance Plan, managing and monitoring all quality-related issues within the ALM tool according to defined processes. By supporting the Engineering Project Manager, I helped define and implement containment actions for quality-related issues and participated in engineering work product reviews. Additionally, I conducted process audits and provided regular quality assurance status reports and process audit results for all OEMs.
- In my role, I mentored employees at all levels on working within ASPICE rules, acting as a co-assessor in assessments to further the learning curve and foster knowledge sharing. I had the authority to escalate quality findings and issues to the Engineering Project Manager and the quality organization, and I was responsible for approving and closing quality-related issues within the ALM tool.
- As the leader and manager of the Global HVAC Quality Improvement Team (QIT) for manufactured HVAC systems for all OEMs, I ensured program quality for all new HVAC, CAC, and Chiller business and development projects. I also held paired customer quality responsibility for OEM-facing HVAC production at both Charleville (France) and Samara (Russia), participating in customer reviews, visits, launch team management, and customer audits.
- My responsibilities included integrating processes and tools across European operations and ensuring compliance with Hanon PLM systems.
- Developed and maintained Quality Assurance Plans, managed quality issues within ALM tools, and supported the rollout of containment actions for project-related quality issues.
- Conducted process audits for all defined processes, provided regular quality assurance status reports, and reported on process audit results for all OEMs.
- Mentored employees on ASPICE rules, acted as co-assessor in assessments, and fostered a culture of continuous learning.
- Escalated quality findings to the Engineering Project Manager and quality organization, approved and closed quality-related issues within the ALM tool.
- Led and managed the Global HVAC QIT, ensuring program quality for new HVAC, CAC, and Chiller business and development projects.
- Managed customer quality responsibilities for OEM-facing HVAC production in France and Russia, attended customer reviews, visits, launch team management, and audits.
- Integrated processes and tools across European operations, ensuring compliance with Hanon PLM systems.
- With a strong focus on quality assurance and process improvement, I was committed to driving excellence and delivering high-quality products and services.
- Act as Moderator in all Functional Safety Management Programs
Purchasing Specialist and Localization Expert
BUTSCH GmbH
- Worked on-site at Magna Seating (Germany) GmbH in Sailauf and Naberezhnye Chelny.
- In my role as a Purchasing Specialist and Localization Expert, I proactively led and mentored both the Purchasing and Inbound Logistics departments at the Naberezhnye Chelny (Tatarstan, Russia) site. My responsibilities encompassed all aspects of project purchasing, addressing plant purchasing needs, and ensuring the implementation of processes and procedures.
- Leveraging my leadership experience, I conducted contract negotiations and crafted the wording and phrasing of purchasing contracts for both Pre-SOP and Serial production. I collaborated with senior management (General Manager) to identify opportunities for localization programs, ensuring the company met its targets.
- I assisted and led quality initiatives at the Chelny Plant to improve production quality. Additionally, I supported Magna Seating in its Russian launch operations and cost optimization for the Ford C520R (Kuga), B515R (Ecosport), V363R (Transit), and B299R (Fiesta) programs.
- Working closely with all local and country teams, I ensured the smooth running of operations and maintained program management processes to meet customer milestones.
- Led and mentored the Purchasing and Inbound Logistics departments, ensuring the successful implementation of processes and procedures.
- Utilized leadership experience to negotiate contracts and craft precise purchasing agreements for both Pre-SOP and Serial production.
- Collaborated with senior management to identify and capitalize on localization opportunities, meeting company targets.
- Led quality initiatives at the Chelny Plant, enhancing production quality.
- Assisted Magna Seating in its Russian launch operations and optimized costs for various Ford programs (Kuga, Ecosport, Transit, and Fiesta).
- Worked closely with local and country teams to ensure smooth operations and adherence to program management processes, meeting customer milestones.
Global Project Manager Warranty Office
RLE International GmbH
- ANÜ Contract at customer site Ford-Werke, Merkenich.
- In my role as a proactive Global Project Manager for the Warranty Office, I led and managed dealer communications and dealer repair processes. I extensively utilized Six Sigma methodology to leverage the best processes for optimizing dealer communications and repairs.
- I collaborated with the Ford Customer Service Department, Service Engineering Organization, Technical Service Operations, and Central Quality Department to ensure the correct wording and phrasing of technical service bulletins and messages to dealerships.
- As a Business Process Champion, I taught others best practices in warranty management while leveraging the Quarterback Process to achieve a reduction in warranty spend across all vehicle lines.
- Led and managed dealer communications and repair processes, ensuring efficient and effective operations.
- Extensively used Six Sigma practices to optimize dealer communications and repair processes.
- Worked with the Ford Customer Service Department, Service Engineering Organization, Technical Service Operations, and Central Quality Department to craft accurate technical service bulletins and messages.
- Taught best practices in warranty management and continuously improved processes to reduce warranty spend across all vehicle lines.
- Successfully leveraged the Quarterback Process to achieve significant reductions in warranty expenditures.
Project Manager
Ypsilon3 GmbH
At customer site BHTC GmbH (as Project Manager for Prototype Samples):
As a proactive Project Manager for Prototype Samples, I led and coordinated the delivery of internal prototype factory outputs to customers such as Porsche, Audi, SCANIA, and Volvo Truck Climate Control programs. My responsibilities included managing and coordinating displays, software, hardware, and electronic project timelines to ensure on-time delivery.
I oversaw material procurement and organized work programs for the prototype factory, ensuring the procurement of critical parts. I coordinated with tool makers for silicone tooling for A, B, and C samples, ensuring the delivery of quality parts aligned with BHTC requirements, drawings, and 3D data. Working closely with the Development Engineering and Sales departments post-acquisition, I led the customization team to meet client-specific needs.
Led and coordinated the delivery of prototype samples, ensuring on-time delivery through effective project management.
Managed project team timelines for displays, software, hardware, and electronics to ensure timely delivery.
Coordinated material procurement and organized work programs for the prototype factory.
Worked with tool makers to produce silicone tooling for samples, ensuring quality parts met BHTC requirements.
Liaised closely with Development Engineering and Sales departments to lead customization efforts post-acquisition.
At customer site Yazaki Europe Ltd, Köln, Germany (as Project Manager for Supplier Quality & Development):
As a Project Manager for Supplier Quality & Development, I was responsible for SQE activities for all Japanese transplant operations. I proactively managed, identified, and resolved supplier quality concerns, contracted tooling manufacturers, and ensured both timing and quality through regular visits and audits.
I liaised between customers and outsourced IT teams for the customization of APQP reporting systems. Collaborating with Japanese and European design engineers, Asia Pacific Purchasing Operations, and European plants in Turkey, I instilled quality in every process using the 4M methodology.
I managed the production of steel tooling for plastic protector systems for car interiors, protectors and connectors for hybrid vehicles, and grommets for external wiring looms. Additionally, I managed a team of three and a budget of approximately 750,000 EUR for the Audi Q7 and Scania CCS3 sample projects.
Managed and resolved supplier quality concerns, ensuring high standards through regular visits and audits.
Oversaw the production of steel tooling for plastic protector systems, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
Worked closely with Japanese and European design engineers, purchasing operations, and plants to instill quality in every process.
Managed a team of three and oversaw a budget for sample projects, ensuring efficient use of resources.
Planned and implemented the Quality Management System in line with company policies, global SOPs, and local regulatory requirements.
Implementation Manager
3t Logistics Ltd
- Customer site at LINPAC Packaging SA, 33126 Pravia, Spain.
- As a proactive Implementation Manager, I successfully led and project-managed the transition from a customer-based 3PL to a new outsourced 4PL managed service with a 10 million Euro logistics spend. Acting as the Business Unit Manager, I oversaw all aspects of this significant transition.
- I managed HR functions, recruitment, and training for the new team at Pravia, which consisted of five members. I created, implemented, and managed baseline settings and KPIs for both customers and suppliers (carriers).
- I project-managed the timings and progress updates of the project plan in collaboration with UK 3t business teams. I process-mapped current processes, aligned them with 3t processes, and identified potential issues, risks, synergies, and opportunities with other LINPAC manufacturing sites.
- I conducted communication workshops with LINPAC teams, including customer service, dispatch, manufacturing, and planning departments in the Barcelona and Madrid depots. I was responsible for creating 1 million EUR in logistics and warehouse management operational and headcount cost savings by working closely with LINPAC senior management and HR teams.
- Led and managed the transition from a 3PL to a 4PL managed service, overseeing a 10 million Euro logistics spend.
- Managed HR functions, including recruitment and training of a new team at Pravia.
- Created, implemented, and managed baseline settings and KPIs for customers and suppliers.
- Process-mapped current processes, aligned them with 3t processes, and identified potential issues and opportunities.
- Conducted communication workshops with LINPAC teams, ensuring smooth operations and integration.
- Achieved 1 million EUR in logistics and warehouse management operational and headcount cost savings through strategic planning and collaboration.
- Throughout my tenure, I demonstrated a strong commitment to proactive problem-solving, effective leadership, and achieving project goals, ensuring a seamless transition and significant cost savings for the organization.
Senior Buyer & Engineering Project Manager
Lear Corporation GmbH
- As a proactive Project Lead in global purchasing programs for various OEMs, I ensured projects were completed on time, cost-optimized, and maintained lean supply chains. I collaborated with all relevant internal manufacturing teams, external suppliers, tool manufacturers, and customers.
- With extensive global strategic and project purchasing experience across all commodities used in wiring harness production, I managed a budget of up to 50 million Euros. I was responsible for the transformation of terms and conditions (T&C) projects, achieving total personal savings in excess of 4 million Euros in 2009.
- I conducted, negotiated, and signed supplier contracts, including necessary conditions and framework agreements. I worked closely with customers and internal engineering teams to prepare Statements of Work (SOW) and ensured final sign-off by suppliers.
- I provided change management and chemical engineering guidance to engineers at Remscheid, Bersenbrück, Wismar, and Vyskov (Czech Republic) for material change programs in the automotive and domestic appliances industries.
- Led global purchasing programs for various OEMs, ensuring on-time, cost-optimized projects with lean supply chains.
- Managed a budget of up to 50 million Euros, achieving savings of over 4 million Euros in 2009.
- Conducted, negotiated, and signed supplier contracts and framework agreements.
- Worked with customers and internal engineering teams for SOW preparation and final supplier sign-off.
- Provided guidance on change management and chemical engineering for material change programs across multiple sites.
- Throughout my tenure, I demonstrated proactive leadership, strategic planning, and effective collaboration, contributing to significant cost savings and the successful execution of global purchasing programs.
Technical Chemical Engineer / Project Management
Ferchau Engineering GmbH / Lear Corporation
- Change management and chemical engineering guidance for material change within the Automotive, Truck and domestic appliances Industry.
- Carry out reviews with Purchasing, Commodity, Sales, Design, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality departments so as to improve the resin harmonization program and reduce costs by 400,000 EUR.
- Guide and drive plant teams for specific projects of surface coatings (gold, silver, tinning) for terminals and connectors with savings in gold plating of 2 million EUR.
- Responsible for managing project and product development cost control with extensive use of SAP/R3 (SAP FI/CO) in line with SOX guidelines.
Consultant - Project, Quality & Business Improvement
Joe Amorin Services
- In my role as a proactive SCM & Logistics Management Consultant, I collaborated closely with Deutsche Entwicklungsdienst Project Partners, including chocolate and coffee manufacturers, to facilitate business process improvements in supply chain management (SCM) and lean manufacturing. I led initiatives to implement 5S methodologies, enhancing organizational efficiency and workplace organization.
- Collaborated with Deutsche Entwicklungsdienst Project Partners to improve SCM and lean manufacturing processes, implementing 5S methodologies.
- Implemented lean principles in supply chains, manufacturing, and packaging, achieving operational efficiencies and cost savings.
- Conducted process walks and audits to re-engineer manufacturing and logistics processes, optimizing workflow and productivity.
Operations & Supply Chain Manager
EXEL Plc
At customer site Ford Motor Company, Europe and UK (as European Six Sigma & Inbound Supply Chain Operations Manager):
As a proactive European Six Sigma & Inbound Supply Chain Operations Manager, I effectively resolved comprehensive management and operational issues, working closely with the LLP Managing Director and key customers. I implemented and managed inventory and logistics chains in alignment with Ford of Europe's lean requirements, identifying and resolving supplier shipping and carrier challenges.
I defined, agreed upon, and implemented KPI trends across European manufacturing sites, creating savings of over 50 million USD for Ford of Europe. I established cross-dock centers to enhance lean logistics, increase the number of loads per unloading dock, and reduce costs.
I applied lean and Six Sigma (DMAIC) methodologies to optimize processes and control costs, achieving a return on investment (ROI) exceeding 2 million USD. I managed a team of 20 direct and up to 200 indirect resources across 2 call centers and 7 manufacturing sites.
I cross-functionally managed and motivated diverse operational teams, including call center staff, manufacturing site personnel, and shipping/transport teams. My roles included Supplier Development Manager, Engine Plant Supply Chain Manager, Inbound Logistics Manager, and Southern European Operations Manager.
Worked with the LLP Managing Director and key customers to resolve comprehensive management and operational issues.
Implemented and managed inventory and logistics chains to meet Ford of Europe's lean requirements, resolving supplier shipping and carrier challenges.
Defined, agreed upon, and reported KPI trends across European manufacturing sites, generating savings of over 50 million USD for Ford of Europe.
Established RDC/cross-dock centers, increasing load efficiency and reducing costs.
Implemented lean and Six Sigma (DMAIC) methodologies to optimize processes, achieving an ROI of over 2 million USD.
Managed and motivated operational teams across call centers, manufacturing sites, and shipping/transport operations.
Successfully held various roles, including Supplier Development Manager, Engine Plant Supply Chain Manager, Inbound Logistics Manager, and Southern European Operations Manager.
At customer site Texaco Ltd Distribution Center Lutterworth (as Outbound Operations Manager):
As the proactive Outbound Operations Manager for Texaco Ltd, I managed outbound operations to all Texaco petrol stations across Great Britain. I oversaw warehouse IT operations to ensure optimal warehouse locations and pick-faces for Texaco products, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in distribution.
I led the implementation of ISO9001 standards and conducted stock audits to cross-check warehouse stock against Texaco Ltd material purchases, ensuring compliance and accuracy in inventory management.
Proactively managed outbound operations to all Texaco petrol stations in Great Britain, ensuring timely and efficient deliveries.
Optimized warehouse locations and pick-faces for Texaco products, leveraging IT systems to enhance operational efficiency.
Successfully implemented ISO9001 standards, ensuring high-quality management systems and compliance.
Conducted thorough stock audits to cross-check warehouse inventory against material purchases, maintaining accuracy and accountability in inventory management.
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A highly conceptual and innovative Freelance leader, I possess a natural aptitude for guiding teams and driving results. With exceptional man-management skills, I am committed to delivering excellence and achieving objectives efficiently. My self-motivation, adaptability, and energy allow me to navigate complex challenges and meet both customer and supplier needs with ease.
With a solid background in Quality Management, Logistics & Supply Chain, and Customer Quality, I am well-positioned to contribute strategic value to any organization, driving quality assurance and continuous improvement across diverse teams and projects globally.
College Degree · Chemistry
Intacs Certified Provisional Assessor
Intacs
VDA 6.3 Prozess Audit
TÜV Rheinland
Internal Functional Safety Manager
Visteon
DOORS
BHTC GmbH
Key User in SRM, SEM, CMTS
Lear Corporation
Non Violent Communication
Deutsche Entwicklungsdienst
Project Management PMP
Six Sigma Black Belt
Ford CMMS
ISO 9001
Lean Logistics
TS16949
Ford Q1 Auditor
Ford
Implementation and Accreditation training for BS5750
ISO 14001
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