Plant Manager

contact@gqinterim.com |+421 903 401 550 |Our Experts Open Projects

Location

Czechia

Language

Field of expertise

Top managementProductionProject managementQualityLogisticsTechnology

Professional experiences

02/2017 - 02/2025

GM of Czech Plant / VP Europe Region
Led full P&L responsibility for regional results, driving significant financial improvements including an EBITDA increase from -2.2% to +16.3%. Stabilized the Czech plant post-crisis, secured €700M in new business, and optimized operations through Lean principles and automation.

05/2014 - 11/2016

Plant Manager
Managed operative plant operations, implementing lean principles and 5S to industrialize new programs for major automotive clients like VW and Suzuki. Successfully reduced quality costs by 20% and modified the organizational structure.

06/2012 - 08/2013

Managing Director
Developed and implemented comprehensive company strategies, including financial and investment planning, while managing all operative functions from production to HR. Achieved ISO, SCC, and ASME certifications and implemented 5S and IS Axapta.

10/2008 - 05/2012

Managing Director
Managed all operative functions, including sales, production, and quality, while developing company strategy and financial plans. Implemented Lean Manufacturing tools, reduced quality costs by 50%, and achieved the best financial results by 2011.

The person behind the role

An accomplished General Manager and VP with over 20 years of leadership in manufacturing, specializing in operational excellence, P&L management, and strategic growth. Proven expertise in crisis management, lean implementation, and driving significant financial and operational improvements across multiple European sites.

Skills

Operational ExcellenceCustomer OrientationContinuous ImprovementLean manufacturing5SIndustrializationMetal stampingWeldingTurnover optimisationCost reductionLEANRestructuralisationCrisis management

Career highlights

Led full P&L responsibility, achieving significant financial turnarounds including EBITDA improvement from -2.2% to +16.3%.
Expert in operational excellence, implementing Lean, 5S, automation, and digitalization across manufacturing plants.
Successfully stabilized companies in crisis, restructured operations, and drove strategic growth initiatives.
Secured over 700 million EUR in new business wins and optimized headcount by 25% while increasing productivity.
Reduced quality claims by over 90% and inventory by 20%, demonstrating strong cost and quality management.

contact@gqinterim.com