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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
Fishers, IN
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
Terre Haute, IN
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
Terre Haute, IN
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
Eschen, Liechtenstein
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
Eschen, Liechtenstein
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
Eschen, Liechtenstein
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