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Kai Bechmann

McCordsville,IN

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Platform Manager

Thyssenkrupp Presta North America LLC
09.2012 - Current
  • Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of Projects
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to identify and address key platform / project challenges and opportunities.
  • Administered cost control initiatives saving > $1 mio.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
  • Played a pivotal role in securing strategic partnerships that contributed significantly to overall business growth objectives.
  • Managed budget allocation for various projects within the scope of responsibility, ensuring cost efficiency without compromising results or quality standards.
  • Led customer support initiatives, addressing any concerns or issues promptly while maintaining high levels of satisfaction among users.
  • Facilitated effective communication between technical team members and non-technical stakeholders, bridging gaps in understanding across diverse functional areas.
  • Oversaw project schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
  • Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
  • Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
  • Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
  • Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans.
  • Updated logs and submitted timely reports detailing activities in line with regulatory standards.

Platform Manager

Thyssenkrupp Presta North America LLC
01.2012 - 09.2012
  • Enhanced user experience for platform customers through continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Streamlined platform operations by implementing efficient processes and workflows.

Product Engineer

Thyssenkrupp Presta North America LLC
02.2005 - 12.2011
  • Developed new product designs with innovative features.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of product components.
  • Presented project updates and findings to stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of progress and results.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures throughout the production process without compromising on performance or quality.
  • Managed project timelines effectively, consistently delivering products within scheduled release dates.
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering team, driving ongoing enhancements to both processes and products.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards throughout all stages of product development.
  • Identified new ideas, products and/or features that improved customer satisfaction.
  • Recommended solutions, built custom proposals, prepared supporting information and delivered presentations to boost sales.
  • Launched customer-driven design review process to enhance customer experiences and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with design team to identify and manage project deliverables for customer orders.
  • Communicated with vendors and key suppliers to select project materials and meet customer needs.
  • Managed project deliverables for customer orders.
  • Led root cause analyses to identify and address problems in industrial production.
  • Created and implemented project plans

Design Engineer

Thyssenkrupp Presta AG
03.2002 - 02.2005
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of engineering designs into final products.
  • Optimized existing designs, reducing production costs and enhancing overall performance.
  • Mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and support throughout their professional development.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
  • Successfully met challenging client requirements by developing tailored engineering solutions that exceeded expectations.
  • Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and refine product concepts.

Test Engineer

Thyssenkrupp Presta AG
09.2001 - 03.2002
  • Supported engineering teams in making data-driven decisions by providing timely and accurate test results.
  • Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
  • Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
  • Examined products for imperfections and defects.
  • Sampled products to verify compliance with standards

Prototype Technician

Thyssenkrupp Presta AG
02.2001 - 09.2001

Diverse functions in the Prototype shop.

  • Mainly building vast amount of Prototypes for customer build events
  • Supported final product being built of machine builder shop floor
  • Assisted engineers in developing, building, and testing prototypes and products.
  • Increased accuracy of prototypes by utilizing precision measurement tools and techniques during assembly.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Agricultural Mechanic

BSZ Grimma
Grimma, Germany
02.2000

Skills

  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Budget Management
  • Project Management
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Change Management
  • Risk Assessment
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Cross-functional Team Leadership
  • Data Analysis
  • New Employee Hiring

Accomplishments

  • Managed multiple OEM's for the majority of my Carrier
  • Successful Launch and execution of Largest north American manual and Power Column Business
  • Successful Launch of several OEM and Platforms in Asia and European region
  • Overseen numerous Programs from SOP to EOP and EOL
  • Currently supervising a Project Leader Team of 7

Languages

German
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Platform Manager

Thyssenkrupp Presta North America LLC
09.2012 - Current

Platform Manager

Thyssenkrupp Presta North America LLC
01.2012 - 09.2012

Product Engineer

Thyssenkrupp Presta North America LLC
02.2005 - 12.2011

Design Engineer

Thyssenkrupp Presta AG
03.2002 - 02.2005

Test Engineer

Thyssenkrupp Presta AG
09.2001 - 03.2002

Prototype Technician

Thyssenkrupp Presta AG
02.2001 - 09.2001

Associate of Applied Science - Agricultural Mechanic

BSZ Grimma
Kai Bechmann