Rafael Theeß

- Conduct on-site supplier audits to control quality of components - Revitalize overall quality assurance framework for internal and external processes - Lead the QA team in Shanghai factory, focusing on proactive quality control - Conduct on-site supplier audits to evaluate and control the quality of critical components - Support CEO and internal departments in driving innovation initiatives and enhancing process flows - Analysis of process data to inform strategic decision-making and control mechanisms

- Spearheaded the development/implementation of SOPs across departments, standardizing practices, reducing process deviations - Identified bottlenecks in workflows and implemented technical solutions that enhanced efficiency - Established regular "Lessons Learned" meetings for delivered machines - Revitalized overall quality assurance framework for both internal processes and external supplier output - Led and developed the quality assurance team in the Shanghai factory

- Planned and managed after-sales projects of high-value machine tools - Managed the full lifecycle of high-value (€4M-€8M), installation projects - On-site lead for multinational installation teams - Acted as single point of contact for key clients in aerospace, automotive, and mold - Bridged communication between clients, Chinese headquarters, and German factories - Led internal/external escalation meetings to address major technical challenges - Provided expert technical consulting to installation teams

- Selected to lead and manage all aspects of after-sales installation projects for the Chinese market from a new subsidiary in Dalian (China). - Responsibilities were to encompass full project lifecycle management, including personnel, resource, and timeline planning for high-value machine tool installations. - Acted as the primary coordination point between the German headquarters, future clients, and secondary suppliers, preparing for the strategic market entry.  

- Project planning and project management, coordinate with departments, coordinate and manage suppliers, and communicate with customers - Directed installation/automation of complex, high-value machinery for global leaders (ZF, Schaeffler, Festo, Hanwha) - Managed a portfolio of projects with values up to €15 million - Held full P&L and operational responsibility for project success - Proactively identified and mitigated project risks and technical challenges - Strengthened long-term client partnerships

- Directed on-site installation and management of multi-million Euro turnkey projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget - Led landmark 2-year, 270-machine tool installation (Changan Automobile), managing milestones and overall coordination - Held overall responsibility for machine setup, commissioning, and integration - Addressed and resolved complex technical challenges across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic - Applied hands-on expertise in programming to ensure optimal performance

- Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on high-speed beverage production equipment to maximize uptime and ensure continuous, trouble-free operation. - Played a key role in the renovation and new installation of production lines and special machinery, contributing to optimization and upgrading projects. - Troubleshot and resolved a wide range of mechanical and electrical issues directly on the production floor, minimizing downtime.