Volker Schreiner
Plant Manager, ATT Division
Experience
Plant Manager, ATT Division
Klingelnberg AG
Bridged Plant Manager vacancy in the ATT division
Process optimization
Lead time reduction
Reorganization of the ATT division
Increased OTIF from 73% to 92%
Increased employee flexibility through in-house equipment training
Integrated a new cooperation partner
Implemented an MDE system
Plant Manager
INGUN Prüfmittelbau GmbH
Bridged Plant Manager vacancy
Conducted process analysis and optimization
Built robust department structures
Developed production metrics
Established a professional communication structure
Increased OTD from 65% to 92%
Optimized programming and setup processes
Reduced machine downtime by 25%
Stabilized processes by focusing on machine breakdowns
Plant Manager
Friedr. Deutsch Metallwerk GmbH
Bridged Plant Manager vacancy
Workflow and process optimization
Optimized organizational structure
Conducted know-how training and documentation
Developed a new company organigram
Documented "Best Practice"
Improved productivity by over 10%
Interim Manager
Voestalpine HPM Deutschland GmbH
Analyzed and optimized service processes
Bridged vacancy
Improved delivery reliability to over 95%
Reduced lead times by over 40%
Trained a new plant manager
Interim Manager
TMD Friction GmbH
Optimized manufacturing processes
Developed key production metrics
Quality improvements
Established a metrics system
Increased delivery reliability by 15%
Reduced scrap rate of OEM parts by 25%
Trained a new production manager
Production Manager Painting and Assembly
Techniplas NRW GmbH & Co. KG
Vacancy bridging as Production Manager Painting and Assembly
Optimization of process workflows
Use of ERP system
Increased productivity by 15%
Reduced scrap rate by 20%
Determination of production KPIs
Partner, expert in restructuring, process optimization and vacancy bridging
F&P Executive Solutions AG
- Restructuring
- Process optimization
- Vacancy bridging
Plant Manager Aluminum Slag Recycling
Real Alloy Norway AS
Vacancy bridging as Plant Manager Aluminum Slag Recycling
Optimization of process workflows
Development of a preventive maintenance concept
Investment planning
Project Manager "Increasing production capacity"
Onboarding a new plant manager
Increased production capacity by over 50%
Increased productivity by over 50%
Reduced downtime by 15%
Capture, allocation and visualization of W&I costs
Project Manager Fine Wire Production
Heraeus Deutschland GmbH
Project Manager: Optimizations in fine wire production
Revision of tooling concept
Reduced manufacturing costs by over €1.5 million
Implementation of in-house tool processing
Increased production depth
No know-how transfer to external suppliers
Maintenance and Servicing Concept Implementation
AURUBIS AG
Implementation of a maintenance and servicing concept
Setup of an AV for maintenance and servicing of large systems
Employee training
Ensuring documentation
Planning of W&I measures according to specification
Reduced downtime by 10%
Consultant for Aluminum Die-Casting Insolvency Proceedings
Voss GmbH
Consultancy in aluminum die-casting insolvency management
Ensuring material supply
Resource planning
Process optimization
Integration into a new corporate group
Freelance Consulting Engineer
Schreiner-Consult
- Metal production and processing
- Shopfloor management
- Process analysis and optimization
- Restructuring and new structuring
- Interim management
Production Manager
Technoform Extrusion Tooling GmbH
Strategic business planning
Analysis and optimization of production processes
Implementation of ERP systems
Improvement of internal and external logistics
Centralization of production at one site
Restructuring of manufacturing
Integration of production planning
Visualization of production processes
Development of production metrics
Production Manager
Ferdinand Wagner GmbH
Strategic business planning
Integration into a new corporate group
Technical customer consulting
ISO 9001 company certification
Completion of integration project 'Ferd. Wagner in the Zapp Group'
Transparency of the Chinese manufacturing market
Productivity increase of >60%
On-site technical customer consulting
ISO 9001 company certification
Manager Operations
ATEX Filter GmbH
Strategic business planning
Analysis and improvement of production processes
Optimization of management-production information flow
Organizational restructuring
Integration of external production
Personnel development, training
Reduction of in-house inventory by 15%
Elimination of machine bottlenecks
Improvement of machine availability by 10%
Increase in employee flexibility
Reduction of lead times by 8%
Plant Manager / Authorized Signatory
Betafence Deutschland GmbH
Strategic (partial) corporate planning
Analysis and improvement of production processes
Managing temporary staff (seasonal fluctuations)
Quotation calculation (welded mesh / fence mesh)
Environmental management (filters, soil analyses)
Personnel development and training
Make-or-buy management (basic production)
10% WIP reduction through logistics optimization
98% delivery reliability in the DIY sector
Implemented continuous 24/7 shift on bottleneck machines
Reduced absenteeism and number/severity of workplace accidents
Increased overall productivity by 8% in 2004
Operations Manager / Plant Manager
Lydall Gerhardi GmbH
Optimization of production flow (production data)
Setup time planning
Improving production quality / production planning
Consistent use of the XPPS system
Implementation of TS 16949 certification
Just-in-time reliability
Increase in machine availability
KAIZEN: error reduction in production units
KANBAN: optimizing inventory through visualization
Technical Director
Postel Druckguss GmbH
Contributing to corporate planning
Development and enhancement of equipment and process engineering
Technical customer support
Investment management
Establishing reporting (key figures)
Transformation from part supplier to system-level supplier
Introduction of handling robots (removal/punching)
Integration of customers into development
Certification according to ISO 9000:2000
Replaced mechanical machining (tools)
Plant Manager / Authorized Signatory
Sprint Métal Edelstahlziehereien GmbH
Restructuring production (investment planning)
Budget and results responsibility
Quality and productivity improvement process
Integration of production planning
Technical consulting and customer support
Personnel recruitment, development and release
Modern plant layout (centralization of wet drawing production)
Surface measurement and evaluation of wire (EU project)
Improving cooperation between plants (cross training)
Introduction of batch traceability
Approx. 20% increase in productivity through new layout and lean implementations
Establishment of supply chain management
In-house suggestion system
Production Manager, Semi-Finished Products
Ferdinand Wagner GmbH & Co.
Ensuring production process and quality
Ensuring a high level of rationalization
Integration of new materials
Investment planning
Representation in legal proceedings (labor law, accidents)
Establishment of a titanium profile production
Tool coating (residue-free)
Improvement of productivity
Introduction of titanium production
Reduction of disruptions caused by beverage consumption (works council)
Project and Commissioning Engineer - Continuous Casting Plants
Mannesmann DEMAG Hüttentechnik
Plant design and planning
Metallurgical commissioning
Process engineering support for bloom and billet plants
Preparing metallurgical guarantees
Determining secondary cooling system design
Designing refractory linings
Special expertise in horizontal continuous casting
Multicultural sensitivity
Fluent in English
Summary
Leadership doesn’t mean being the best. It means making everyone else better.
As a metallurgist and expert in process optimization, I take on projects at internationally active metal-processing companies and offer my support in bridging vacancies.
The result is – depending on the task – reduced production costs, improved product quality, and motivated employees who sustainably implement the improvements we achieve together.
My many years of professional experience and hands-on mindset guarantee successful, quick, and professional handling of complex projects.
Skills
Current Consulting Focus: Process Optimization, Vacancy Bridging, Project Management
30 Years Of Leadership Experience As Plant And Operations Manager And Project Manager At Internationally Operating Metal-processing Companies
Many Years Of Experience In Personnel And Quality Management
Lean Expert In Efficiency Improvement And Cost Reduction Through Production And Process Optimization Across The Entire Value Chain
Broad Industry Experience: Automotive, Mechanical Engineering, Plant And Equipment Manufacturing, Metal Industry, Medical Technology, And Plastics Industry
Drawing And Rolling Wires And Profiles From Steel, Non-ferrous Metals, Titanium, And Titanium Alloys
Machining: Milling, Turning, Drawing, Rolling, Pressing, Stamping, Electrical Discharge Machining, Casting, Welding, Braiding, Coating, Crushing
Heat Treatment Of Steel And Non-ferrous Metals
Surface Coating: Painting, Powder Coating
Metal Recycling
Assembly Of Complex Components
Bridging Vacancies
Implementation Of Pps Systems In Production
Integration Of Work Preparation
Merging Of Plants
Certifications According To Iso 9001 And Iatf 16949
Realignment Of Production
Investment Planning
Lean Management
Make-or-buy Decisions
Personnel Deployment And Development, Strategic Use Of Temporary Staffing Agencies
Value Stream Analyses
Goal-oriented Work Style, Analytical Approach
Situational Leadership Style, Achieving A "Win-win" Situation
Hands-on Mentality
Customer- And Goal-oriented Work Approach
Ms Office 365, Ms Project
Erp Systems: Sap R/3, Ms Dynamics, Sidinie, Movex
Member Of Ddim - German Association For Interim Management
Lecturer For The Ihk, Focus On Materials Technology, Technical Communication, And Ntg
Biking, Skiing, Dancing
Languages
Education
Dipl.-Ing. in Mechanical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering
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