Kacem Guedri

Managed end-to-end import/export operations, coordinating suppliers, freight forwarders, and customers to ensure on-time and compliant deliveries. Optimised warehouse layout and inventory control processes, improving stock accuracy and retrieval efficiency. Ensured compliance with customs regulations and company logistics standards.

Conducted Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify and mitigate risks on a laser engraving machine production line. Designed and implemented an HMI using Siemens TIA Portal V16, improving operator usability and machine uptime. Documented results and presented to engineering and quality teams — thesis awarded Distinction.

Replaced and rewired electrical control panels and industrial motors during a scheduled maintenance programme. Assisted engineers with fault diagnosis and corrective maintenance on production equipment.

Participated in automotive wiring harness assembly on an active production line. Gained practical exposure to lean manufacturing principles and assembly-line quality checkpoints.

Observed and supported body-shop manufacturing and assembly processes.

Main focus: Digital Factory & Operational Excellence — Industry 4.0, Smart Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Supply Chain Management.

Main focus: Electromechanical systems, PLC programming, automation, electrical maintenance, industrial production. Thesis: FMEA & HMI development for laser engraving machine using Siemens TIA Portal V16 — Distinction.