Bogdan Ursache
Simpsonville,SC
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Operations Manager (Manufacturing Engineering)
Pierburg US LLC - Rheinmetall Automotive
Fountain Inn, SC
10.2022 - Current
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations and achieving KPIs
- Worked with senior leadership to complete under-budget management on complex issues
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output
- Performed concurrent design and manufacturing engineering and other functions to reduce time required to bring product to market
- Balanced environmental responsibility and budget parameters in selection of production materials
- Participated in development meetings for high-value customers and business operations updates
- Coordinated selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication and operation of product designs
- Used lean manufacturing principles to develop, evaluate and improve Manufacturing methods
- Reviewed products for compliance with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) requirements
- Applied agile methodology to shorten cycle time and achieve target margins
- Applied statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements
- Designed and built process tooling, insert molds, and arbor press tooling
- Developed proposals for clients outlining project scope and timeline
Plant Manager
Pierburg US LLC - Rheinmetall Automotive
Fountain Inn, SC
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations and achieving KPIs
- Coordinated manufacturing of over 30 types of products thru range of major OEM in Automotive like: GM, Ford, Toyota, FCA, Stelantis, Mazda and other Tier 1 like BorgWarner, MTEA, Vitesco
- Executed ramp-up plan from 9 mil $ sales to 12.8 mil $, including launch of several new products and equipment's
- Organized and guided operations of production, processing and machinery according to business plan to achieve ramp up from 9 mil$ sales to 12.8 mil $
- Worked with senior leadership to complete under-budget management on complex issues
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output
- Made strategic decisions and developed key plans that affected direction of business
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers
- Optimized processes to maximize efficiency
Head of Operations
Rheinmetall Automotive
Pune, India
09.2016 - 07.2021
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and overall departmental productivity
- Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent and skill set
- Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives
- Consulted with representatives of lead plants to ensure flawless launch of over 35 new products as key player in India new emission norms
- Recruited, interviewed, hired and trained 40 employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement on all operational functions
- Coached team members on productivity strategies, policy updates and performance improvement plan to accomplish challenging goals
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Delphi Automotive
IASI, ROMANIA
10.2012 - 07.2016
- Used lean manufacturing principles to develop, evaluate and improve all types of high-pressure fuel pumps and injectors manufacturing methods
- Performed concurrent design and manufacturing engineering and other functions to reduce time required to bring product to market
- Coordinated project team of 200 engineers for new and continuous improvement projects industrial development
- Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands
- Applied statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements
- Applied agile methodology to shorten cycle time and achieve target margins
- Developed proposals for clients outlining project scope and timeline
- Promoted Design for Manufacturability philosophy
Production Project Manager
Delphi Automotive
Iasi, Romania
10.2007 - 10.2012
- Studied department operations to assist with development of new or improved methods of tooling and production processes
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow and output
- Directed manufacturing process and procedures to achieve goal of first run capability
- Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel
- Standardized production procedures, job roles and quality assurance guidelines
- Applied lean practices to balance workflow and eliminate unnecessary steps
- Monitored team budgets to keep projects on task and avoid waste
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals
Skills
- KPI reporting
- ROI management
- Procedure optimization
- Cost reduction
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Languages
Romanian
Native language
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
B1
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Senior Operations Manager (Manufacturing Engineering)
Pierburg US LLC - Rheinmetall Automotive
10.2022 - Current
Plant Manager
Pierburg US LLC - Rheinmetall Automotive
07.2021 - 10.2022
Head of Operations
Rheinmetall Automotive
09.2016 - 07.2021
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Delphi Automotive
10.2012 - 07.2016
Production Project Manager
Delphi Automotive
10.2007 - 10.2012
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