11/10/2026 updated
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Senior Process & Manufacturing Engineering Manager | Industrialization Expert | CMSE Certified
Valaska Dubova, Slovakia
Only remote
Master's Degree in Metallurgy, Technical University of Košice, Faculty of MetallurgyIndustrialization & Production Ramp-Up
Extensive expertise in leading industrialization and production ramp-up of complex automation manufacturing lines, including coordination of cross-functional teams, equipment readiness, process stability, and achievement of target cycle times for major OEM customers such as Tesla, Mercedes Benz, and Stellantis.
Engineering Documentation & Project Administration
Comprehensive knowledge in reviewing and coordinating 2D/3D drawings, machine layouts, technical specifications, BOMs, equipment documentation, revisions, and as-built records. Skilled in detailed project administration including schedules, meeting minutes, action and risk registers, cost tracking, progress reports, acceptance records, and supplier documentation.
Automation, Robotics & SCADA Systems
Proven experience managing automation, robotics, SCADA systems, auto quality analysis tools (Q-DAS), and MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) in large-scale industrial environments, supporting commissioning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Lean Manufacturing & Process Optimization
Proficiency in Lean manufacturing methodologies, time studies, SMED analyses, layout planning, and cost reduction strategies to improve manufacturing efficiency and minimize waste.
MS Office Suite & Digital Tools
Expert-level skills in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Docs, AI tools (Chat GPT), and Internet Research for professional documentation and reporting.
Surface Coating & Electroplating Processes
Hands-on experience with PVD processes, electroplating lines, wastewater treatment systems, and equipment relocation projects with budgets up to 3.5M EUR.
Procurement, Installation & Acceptance Testing
Management of procurement, installation, acceptance testing, maintenance, and spare parts for industrial equipment and automation lines in international project environments.
PFMEA & Quality Standards
Experience as PFMEA moderator and in implementing safety and quality standards including CE conformity, audits, 3S/5S audits, and validation protocols for new equipment and processes.
International Supplier & Stakeholder Management
Collaboration with global suppliers from India, China, Germany, and South Korea, as well as acting as key liaison between organizations and manufacturing partners to ensure alignment on specifications, timelines, and performance targets.
Extensive expertise in leading industrialization and production ramp-up of complex automation manufacturing lines, including coordination of cross-functional teams, equipment readiness, process stability, and achievement of target cycle times for major OEM customers such as Tesla, Mercedes Benz, and Stellantis.
Engineering Documentation & Project Administration
Comprehensive knowledge in reviewing and coordinating 2D/3D drawings, machine layouts, technical specifications, BOMs, equipment documentation, revisions, and as-built records. Skilled in detailed project administration including schedules, meeting minutes, action and risk registers, cost tracking, progress reports, acceptance records, and supplier documentation.
Automation, Robotics & SCADA Systems
Proven experience managing automation, robotics, SCADA systems, auto quality analysis tools (Q-DAS), and MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) in large-scale industrial environments, supporting commissioning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Lean Manufacturing & Process Optimization
Proficiency in Lean manufacturing methodologies, time studies, SMED analyses, layout planning, and cost reduction strategies to improve manufacturing efficiency and minimize waste.
MS Office Suite & Digital Tools
Expert-level skills in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Docs, AI tools (Chat GPT), and Internet Research for professional documentation and reporting.
Surface Coating & Electroplating Processes
Hands-on experience with PVD processes, electroplating lines, wastewater treatment systems, and equipment relocation projects with budgets up to 3.5M EUR.
Procurement, Installation & Acceptance Testing
Management of procurement, installation, acceptance testing, maintenance, and spare parts for industrial equipment and automation lines in international project environments.
PFMEA & Quality Standards
Experience as PFMEA moderator and in implementing safety and quality standards including CE conformity, audits, 3S/5S audits, and validation protocols for new equipment and processes.
International Supplier & Stakeholder Management
Collaboration with global suppliers from India, China, Germany, and South Korea, as well as acting as key liaison between organizations and manufacturing partners to ensure alignment on specifications, timelines, and performance targets.
Languages
GermanGoodEnglishFluent
Project history
Coordinated industrialisation and production ramp-up activities focusing on equipment readiness, process stability and target cycle times. Identified production bottlenecks and coordinated corrective actions with engineering, maintenance, quality and production teams. Led equipment and process optimisation activities to improve productivity, reduce downtime and minimise scrap. Drove continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve manufacturing efficiency. Coordinated equipment suppliers and internal teams during technical modifications, troubleshooting and commissioning. Monitored project milestones, tracked open issues and escalated risks affecting production readiness. Supported workstation improvements focusing on ergonomics, material flow and standardised work. Supported the handover of equipment and processes to production, including documentation and closure of outstanding technical issues.
Led and managed assembly, commissioning and production ramp-up of a manufacturing line (2000m², 125 stations, 40 operators, cycle time 64sec) for OEM customer Mercedes Benz. Motivated and coordinated an international, cross-functional team (mechatronics, electricians, PLC, quality, production). Planned resources, materials and schedules. Established detailed project administration including installation schedules, daily progress logs, action lists, risk and escalation tracking, meeting minutes and milestone reporting. Implemented safety and quality standards including CE conformity and audits. Commissioning completed in 4 months; Run n Rate customer milestone achieved successfully in time.
Led the industrialization and launch of a new automation production line manufactured in China for OEM customer TESLA (assembly line 50m², 18 stations, 1 operator, cycle time 8sec). Coordinated cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and quality. Drove process optimization and automation readiness. Managed technical documentation, risk assessments, and validation protocols. Reviewed and coordinated technical drawings, machine layouts, specifications, BOMs and supplier documentation during design reviews, FAT, installation and handover. Acted as key liaison between Ennovi and manufacturing partner. Served as PFMEA moderator. Commissioning completed in 3 weeks; budgeted cycle time reached during commissioning.