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Jürgen Christ
Process Quality Management and Project Management
Experience
Jan 2020 - Present
6 years 2 monthsDüsseldorf, Germany
Member
Drehteileverband
Sep 2019 - Present
6 years 6 monthsHilpoltstein, Germany
Freelance Project and Quality Manager / Owner
JC Projekte
- Process optimization | Set up quality management EN 9100:2018
- Optimized processes, costs and quality in deburring, shipping, CNC turning and CNC milling
- Built new customer contacts in the industrial and aviation sectors
- Set up a department for manufacturing aviation parts
- Established and implemented the QM system according to DIN EN 9100:2018
- Documented the relevant processes and work instructions
- Reviewed customer requirements and conducted feasibility analysis
Jan 2016 - Jun 2019
3 years 6 monthsGilching, Germany
Member
bavAIRia
Nov 2014 - Nov 2020
6 years 1 monthNuremberg, Germany
Member of the Examination Board for Machining Mechanics
IHK Nürnberg
Jun 2007 - Jun 2019
12 years 1 monthHilpoltstein, Germany
Technical Managing Director & Shareholder | Took over Sales
Ing. Horst Kegler GmbH
- Managed the company and led negotiations on deadlines and prices
- Acquired new customers like Aircraft Philipp, Deharde, and Kamann as part of focusing on the aviation industry according to DIN EN 9100:2018, and maintained existing clients
- Prepared quotes and preliminary costing, and handled complaints
- Designed clamping tools and production accessories
- Optimized products for customers in terms of tolerances, processes, costs and quality
- Planned investments as part of project planning and performed post-calculation
- Selected and procured machines, tools and operating resources
- Negotiated with steel, tool, operating resources and sub-suppliers
- Ensured workplace safety by organizing ASA meetings with the company doctor, hiring a safety specialist and setting up a workers' council
- Directed projects responsibly, created 8-D reports and built the QM system according to DIN EN 9100:2018
- Planned and executed trade show exhibits
- Managed revenue up to €6.5M, budget up to €500K and project volumes up to €250K | Led 85 employees, including 12 managers
- Clients: Aviation industry such as Premium Aerotec, Airbus Helicopter, Rolls Royce; Automotive such as Magna Powertrain, SKF, Schaeffler Technology; Medical technology such as Ondal, IDAM Suhl; Mechanical engineering such as KRONES, Canon Printing Systems, Schenck Prozess
- Restructured the company into an aviation supplier with an 80% sales share from 2016 to 2018
- Increased revenue by 20% through successful new customer acquisition, client retention, process optimization and staff reduction
- Optimized shift models, special shifts and production planning processes
Aug 1998 - Jun 2007
8 years 11 monthsHilpoltstein, Germany
Technical Managing Director & Shareholder | Head of Production
Ing. Horst Kegler GmbH
Restructuring the company from specializing in washing machine parts to becoming an automotive and aerospace supplier
Acquisition of new customers in the automotive supply industry, including SCHAEFFLER, MAGNA Powertrain
Development and implementation of DIN ISO 9001, including creation of the first manual in 1998
Revenue up to €6.5 million, budget up to €500k, and project volume up to €250k | Managed 85 employees, including 12 managers
Oct 1988 - Dec 1989
1 year 3 monthsHemau, Germany
Military service
Ausbildungskompanie
Sep 1984 - Feb 1988
3 years 6 monthsHilpoltstein, Germany
Mechanic
Ing. Horst Kegler GmbH
Journeyman exam at the Chamber of Crafts
Hilpoltstein, Germany
Owner
KC Branding
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Manufacturing (30.5 years), Aerospace and Defense (28.5 years), Automotive (9 years), and Education (6 years).
Manufacturing
Aerospace and Defense
Automotive
Education
Business Areas Experience
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Experienced in Quality Assurance (27.5 years), Project Management (18.5 years), Operations (16.5 years), Production (12.5 years), and Procurement (12 years).
Quality Assurance
Project Management
Operations
Production
Procurement
Languages
German
NativeEnglish
IntermediateEducation
Grundig Akademie
Technician · Mechanical Engineering · Nuremberg, Germany
Certifications & licenses
Quality Management Auditor QMA-TÜV
TÜV SÜD Akademie
Quality Management Representative
TÜV Süd · Nuremberg, Germany
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Where is Jürgen based?
Jürgen is based in Hilpoltstein, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
What languages does Jürgen speak?
Jürgen speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Intermediate).
How many years of experience does Jürgen have?
Jürgen has at least 32 years of experience. During this time, Jürgen has worked in at least 7 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years. Note that Jürgen may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
What roles would Jürgen be best suited for?
Based on recent experience, Jürgen would be well-suited for roles such as: Member, Freelance Project and Quality Manager / Owner, Member of the Examination Board for Machining Mechanics.
What is Jürgen's latest experience?
Jürgen's most recent position is Member at Drehteileverband.
What companies has Jürgen worked for in recent years?
In recent years, Jürgen has worked for Drehteileverband and JC Projekte.
Which industries is Jürgen most experienced in?
Jürgen is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Aerospace and Defense, and Automotive. Jürgen also has some experience in Education.
Which business areas is Jürgen most experienced in?
Jürgen is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA), Project Management, and Operations. Jürgen also has some experience in Production/Manufacturing and Procurement and Purchasing.
Which industries has Jürgen worked in recently?
Jürgen has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing and Aerospace and Defense.
Which business areas has Jürgen worked in recently?
Jürgen has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Project Management, and Quality Assurance (QA).
What is Jürgen's education?
Jürgen attended Grundig Akademie for Mechanical Engineering.
Does Jürgen have any certificates?
Jürgen has 2 certificates. These include: Quality Management Auditor QMA-TÜV and Quality Management Representative.
What is the availability of Jürgen?
Jürgen is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.
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