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Nils-Simon (Simon) Runge
Independent Consultant | Trainer | Coach
Experience
Feb 2022 - Present
4 years 2 monthsIndependent Consultant | Trainer | Coach
LeanPlus
- Design and implementation of lean projects in mid-sized companies and corporations
Oct 2019 - Jan 2022
2 years 4 monthsProject Manager – Lean Leadership Team
Staufen.AG
- Acquisition, planning, and execution of client projects in mid-sized companies and corporations
- Shop floor management implementation with a focus on performance improvement and leadership excellence
- Process support and coaching for leaders at all levels
- Implementation of order processing workflows (order entry to shipping)
Apr 2014 - Sep 2019
5 years 6 monthsHead of Competence Center Unit Special Components
thyssenkrupp Aufzugswerke GmbH
- Selection, personnel development, mentoring, and leadership of 8 managers (220 employees)
- Lean project examples: EVOLUTION lead time reduction from 28 to 7 days, efficiency increase of 54%
- Introduction of shop floor management focusing on quality and delivery reliability
- Transformation of leadership structure and leader selection
Dec 2011 - Mar 2014
2 years 4 monthsHead of Project Management – Business Process Management
thyssenkrupp Aufzugswerke GmbH
- Establishment and structuring of the project management department within business process management
- Execution of KAIZEN and Six Sigma projects in the plant
- Project example: definition, optimization, and KPI controlling of all end-to-end business processes
Jul 2009 - Nov 2011
2 years 5 monthsProduction Manager Competence Center Unit Electrical Systems
thyssenkrupp Aufzugswerke GmbH
- Assembly and final inspection of control units, frequency converters, and circuit boards
- Leadership of 6 managers (150 employees)
- Change project: relocation of a control unit type to the Spanish sister plant
- KPI-driven production management in a corporate environment
Mar 2007 - Jun 2009
2 years 4 monthsCenter Manager for Decentralized Controls
thyssenkrupp Aufzugswerke GmbH
- Change management, logistics, industrialization, process optimization, and manufacturing of decentralized controls
- Systemic coaching, staffing, and qualification planning in the department with 3 managers (82 employees)
- Project examples: development of level descriptions and introduction of ERA; transformation from competence-oriented workshop production to flow production of controls
- Leadership development
Mar 2005 - Feb 2007
2 yearsLean/Shopfloor Management Process Optimizer
thyssenkrupp Aufzugswerke GmbH
- Planning, conducting, and implementing 5S and TPM workshops
- Project example: establishing a paced production line for frequency converter manufacturing
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Manufacturing (14.5 years) and Professional Services (6.5 years).
Manufacturing
Professional Services
Business Areas Experience
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Experienced in Operations (18.5 years), Quality Assurance (14 years), Production (12 years), Project Management (7 years), Supply Chain Management (2.5 years), and Logistics (2.5 years).
Operations
Quality Assurance
Production
Project Management
Supply Chain Management
Logistics
Summary
Design and implementation of lean projects in mid-sized companies and corporations
My heart beats for modern, efficient production and the people who work in and on it. Together with them, I create challenging, measurable target visions and implement them.
It gives me joy and energy when employees and leaders strive to get better every day and work on their own skills. I support them with my lean management know-how and systemic coaching.
Skills
- Kpi-driven Production Management In A Corporate Environment
- Change Management
- Systemic Coaching
- Leadership Development
- Lean/shop Floor Management Methods
- Six Sigma Black Belt
Languages
German
NativeEnglish
AdvancedEducation
Sep 2005 - Sep 2008
Stuttgart Academy of Administration and Business
Business diploma, Business Economist (VWA) · Three-year, part-time study · Stuttgart, Germany
Sep 1999 - Feb 2004
University of Applied Sciences Oldenburg/Ostfriesland/Wilhelmshaven
Diploma Engineer (FH) in Electrical Engineering · Electrical engineering studies, specialization in automation engineering, advanced module in mechatronics · Oldenburg, Germany
Aug 1997 - Jul 1998
Technical secondary school
...and 2 more
Certifications & licenses
Professio Coaching Training
Professio
Six Sigma/Lean Black Belt Training
ThyssenKrupp Impact
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Where is Nils-Simon based?
Nils-Simon is based in Esslingen am Neckar, Germany.
What languages does Nils-Simon speak?
Nils-Simon speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).
How many years of experience does Nils-Simon have?
Nils-Simon has at least 21 years of experience. During this time, Nils-Simon has worked in at least 7 different roles and for 3 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years. Note that Nils-Simon may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
What roles would Nils-Simon be best suited for?
Based on recent experience, Nils-Simon would be well-suited for roles such as: Independent Consultant | Trainer | Coach, Project Manager – Lean Leadership Team, Head of Competence Center Unit Special Components.
What is Nils-Simon's latest experience?
Nils-Simon's most recent position is Independent Consultant | Trainer | Coach at LeanPlus.
What companies has Nils-Simon worked for in recent years?
In recent years, Nils-Simon has worked for LeanPlus and Staufen.AG.
Which industries is Nils-Simon most experienced in?
Nils-Simon is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing and Professional Services.
Which business areas is Nils-Simon most experienced in?
Nils-Simon is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Quality Assurance (QA), and Production/Manufacturing. Nils-Simon also has some experience in Project Management, Supply Chain Management, and Logistics.
Which industries has Nils-Simon worked in recently?
Nils-Simon has recently worked in industries like Professional Services.
Which business areas has Nils-Simon worked in recently?
Nils-Simon has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Quality Assurance (QA), and Project Management.
What is Nils-Simon's education?
Nils-Simon holds a Doctorate in Three-year, part-time study from Stuttgart Academy of Administration and Business and a Bachelor in Electrical engineering studies, specialization in automation engineering, advanced module in mechatronics from University of Applied Sciences Oldenburg/Ostfriesland/Wilhelmshaven.
Does Nils-Simon have any certificates?
Nils-Simon has 2 certificates. These include: Professio Coaching Training and Six Sigma/Lean Black Belt Training.
What is the availability of Nils-Simon?
Nils-Simon is immediately available for suitable projects.
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