Matthias Leicht - Consultant, Technical Project Manager

Q: Where is Matthias based?

Matthias is based in Salmsach, Switzerland and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Matthias speak?

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

Q: How many years of experience does Matthias have?

Matthias has at least 42 years of experience. During this time, Matthias has worked in at least 16 different roles and for 13 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 8 months . Note that Matthias may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Matthias's latest experience?

Matthias's most recent position is Consultant, Technical Project Manager at POCTIM Leicht .

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

In recent years, Matthias has worked for POCTIM Leicht .

Q: Which industries is Matthias most experienced in?

Matthias is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Automotive , and Metals and Mining . Matthias also has some experience in Professional Services , Energy , and Insurance .

Q: Which business areas is Matthias most experienced in?

Matthias is most experienced in business areas like Operations , Production/Manufacturing , and Quality Assurance (QA) . Matthias also has some experience in Project Management , Sales , and Logistics .

Q: Which industries has Matthias worked in recently?

Matthias has recently worked in industries like Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Matthias worked in recently?

Matthias has recently worked in business areas like Logistics , Operations , and Project Management .

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Salmsach, Switzerland

Experience

Mar 2019 - Present

7 years

Consultant, Technical Project Manager

POCTIM Leicht

Consulting, leading, and participating in projects to boost efficiency, restructure, improve processes, outsource processes, and cut costs in production, quality, and logistics
Interim management, especially for SMEs
Lean management
Vacancy coverage
Management and process consulting as a Lean Trainer
Technical Project Manager (IPMA Level D)

Aug 2018 - Feb 2019

7 months

CIP Manager, Lean Trainer

Westfalia Presstechnik GmbH & Co. KG

Identifying process change needs
Developing improvement potentials in documentation and implementing them through work instructions
Modifying and improving tools in cooperation with toolmaking based on customer complaints, coordinating with customers
Reducing rework by two thirds by introducing a 2-hour rule in a work instruction
Improving OEE on presses through SMED workshops including tool optimization, halving setup time

Sep 2016 - Jul 2018

1 year 11 months

Lean Tools Trainer

Innopark AG Schweiz

Conducting training sessions in various Lean tools

Jan 2015 - Aug 2016

1 year 8 months

Grüsch, Switzerland

Head of Quality Management, Lean Trainer

Wittenstein AG

Customer support and complaint handling (8D, Ishikawa diagram)
Process optimization and implementation of shopfloor management in production preparation (materials, production control, management)

Dec 2011 - Dec 2014

3 years 1 month

Head of Lean Management

KOKI Technik Transmission Systems GmbH

Implementing Lean methods in the company (SMED, OEE, 5S, Kaizen)
Implementing an MES system with FORCAM and shopfloor management
Reducing scrap from 7% to below 2%
Introducing an idea management system, generating savings of €1.3 million in the first year
Training about 300 employees in various Lean tools

Nov 2010 - Nov 2011

1 year 1 month

Jahnsdorf, Germany

Plant Manager, Jahnsdorf Plant

KOKI Technik Transmission Systems GmbH

Responsible for fine blanking, stamping, bending, welding and assembly with about 130 employees
Set up production lines based on lean principles and optimized processes
Planned factory layout for the new plant
After relocating the plant, achieved all business metrics within required targets in three months

Mar 2009 - Oct 2010

1 year 8 months

Konstanz, Germany

Branch Manager

KOKI Technik Transmission Systems GmbH

Set up a new production line (DL501 transmission production)
Led the relocation of the Konstanz plant to Jahnsdorf (Saxony)

Sep 2007 - Feb 2009

1 year 6 months

Deputy Plant Manager

KOKI Technik Shifting Systems GmbH

Led production and maintenance
Led tool repair and toolmaking
Built plastic tools for overmolding shift forks and bending on presses

Aug 2006 - Aug 2007

1 year 1 month

Konstanz, Germany

Deputy Head of Development

KOKI Technik Shifting Systems GmbH

Project management for Project E24 (transmission manufacturing)
Planned required machinery, layout for the new line, and procured equipment
Produced prototypes and monitored quality to meet customer requirements

Feb 2005 - Jul 2006

1 year 6 months

Zürich, Switzerland

Managing Director, Member of the Board of Directors

AuroEquity Trading and Service AG

Jan 2003 - Jan 2005

2 years 1 month

Au, Switzerland

Managing Director

Edelmetalle + Recycling AG

Jan 2000 - Dec 2004

5 years

Meersburg, Germany

Project Manager for Energy-Saving Lamp Sales

Provera GmbH

International travel in Europe and Africa

Nov 1997 - Dec 1999

2 years 2 months

Commercial Clerk

Self-employed

Dec 1994 - Oct 1997

2 years 11 months

Portugal

Commercial Manager with Power of Attorney

RMC Ltd.

Jun 1990 - Nov 1994

4 years 6 months

Stuttgart, Germany

Field Sales Representative

IDUNA NOVA Versicherung

Feb 1984 - May 1990

6 years 4 months

Responsible for Production Planning AVOR

SDAG Wismut

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 (17 years), Automotive (8.5 years), Metals and Mining (8.5 years), Professional Services (7 years), Energy (5 years), and Insurance (4.5 years).

Manufacturing

Automotive

Metals and Mining

Professional Services

Energy

Insurance

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 (20.5 years), Production (15.5 years), Quality Assurance (15 years), Project Management (14.5 years), Sales (11.5 years), and Logistics (7 years).

Operations

Production

Quality Assurance

Project Management

Sales

Logistics

Summary

Responsible, team-oriented leader
Excellent experience in evaluating all quality-related metrics and initiating measures to improve processes
Knowledge as a Lean Trainer in various Lean tools in production, quality, and logistics
Very good knowledge in quality management ISO 9001-2015 and IATF 16949
Experience dealing with customers and suppliers
Experience as project manager from product development to SOP

Skills

Sap
Ms Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Powerpoint)
Relational Database System
Aris (Process Modeling)
Erp System As 400
Igrafix
Erp Baan Iv

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Jul 1979 - Feb 1984

Technical University of Chemnitz

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering / Process Design · Mechanical Engineering / Process Design · Chemnitz, Germany

Certifications & licenses

H&T Excellence driving to Perfection

IPMA Certification Level D 'Project Management'

Certified Quality Management Representative QMB ISO 9001-2015

Lean Production in advanced

Certified Quality Management Specialist QMF

Lean Production Controlling

University-certified 'Train the Trainer' and thereby the title 'LEAN TRAINER'

University-certified 'Lean Master Production'

University-certified 'Value Creation Expert Production'

Profile

Created

December 2024

Last Update

July 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Matthias based?

Matthias is based in Salmsach, Switzerland and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Matthias speak?

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

How many years of experience does Matthias have?

Matthias has at least 42 years of experience. During this time, Matthias has worked in at least 16 different roles and for 13 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 8 months. Note that Matthias may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Matthias be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Matthias would be well-suited for roles such as: Consultant, Technical Project Manager, CIP Manager, Lean Trainer, Lean Tools Trainer.

What is Matthias's latest experience?

Matthias's most recent position is Consultant, Technical Project Manager at POCTIM Leicht.

What companies has Matthias worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Matthias has worked for POCTIM Leicht.

Which industries is Matthias most experienced in?

Matthias is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Metals and Mining. Matthias also has some experience in Professional Services, Energy, and Insurance.

Which business areas is Matthias most experienced in?

Matthias is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Production/Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance (QA). Matthias also has some experience in Project Management, Sales, and Logistics.

Which industries has Matthias worked in recently?

Matthias has recently worked in industries like Professional Services.

Which business areas has Matthias worked in recently?

Matthias has recently worked in business areas like Logistics, Operations, and Project Management.

What is Matthias's education?

Matthias holds a Master in Mechanical Engineering / Process Design from Technical University of Chemnitz.

Does Matthias have any certificates?

Matthias has 9 certificates. Among them, these include: H&T Excellence driving to Perfection, IPMA Certification Level D 'Project Management', and Certified Quality Management Representative QMB ISO 9001-2015.

What is the availability of Matthias?

Matthias is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Matthias?

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