Daniel Kovácsik

Experience

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  Bay Zoltán Nonprofit Ltd. for Applied Research

  Jun 2017 - Sept 2017

  Intern
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  ZOLTEK

  Jun 2018 - Nov 2018

  Process Engineer

  Solving quality problems concerning polymer precursor and/or product. Significant role in cost reduction, identified problem root cause, and followed up on implementation of proposed production solution leading to 38% fewer defects and production line shutdowns. Cooperation with operators, developed processes following Lean Six Sigma, kaizen methodologies

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  Vinyl Vegyipari Kft.

  Dec 2018 - Jul 2019

  Plant Operations Manager

  Water treatment and pharmaceutical operations, raw material manufacturingExecution/insurance of operational instructions and safety, risk mitigation, organizing maintenanceManagement and supervision of 35 employeesOrganization and inspection of production and packaging. Managing operator panels, and making technological and production organization development proposals. Cooperation with sales in production scheduling

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  Metal Shredder Hungary Zrt.

  Feb 2019 - Jan 2023

  Project Leader

  Consortium representative with European Institute of Innovation & Technology, international networking, presentations and pitching for project ideasProcess and technology consulting with industrial partners (new technology implementation)Manager of R&D projects. Coordination in all phases of development (from initiation to closing, project planning, budget, stakeholder and risk management).Implementation of project follow-up methodologies previously not used (Waterfall, Kanban, LEAN)

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  Huonker GmbH

  Mar 2023 - Dec 2023

  Process Engineer

  Process Engineer in automotive manufacturing according to IATF 16949 standardsProblem-solving (PDCA) and conducting process audits (VDA 6.3)Monitoring and optimization of injection molding and metal machining processesParticipation in new product introduction projects (APQP / PPAP documentation)Creation and updating of production documentation (flow chart, FMEA, control plan, work instructions)

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  FM

  Jan 2024 - now

  Consultant Engineer

  Collaborate with FM-insured clients across a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, storage, and various other business organisations.Leverage technical expertise and specialist knowledge to safeguard client systems against mechanical and electrical failures, fire damage, natural hazards, and other operational threats from property damage and business interruption perspectives.Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing proactive guidance on potential risks and developing effective strategies for risk mitigation and continuous improvement.Gain a comprehensive understanding of each client’s business, operations, and unique challenges to deliver tailored advice and solutions aligned with their specific objectives.Advise organisations on technical risk minimisation and industrial loss prevention, conducting detailed assessments of plant safety and reliability.Identify potential hazards and create comprehensive technical profiles to support risk reduction efforts, clearly communicating the impact of identified threats on business continuity and resilience.Participate in new projects, expansions, and various capital expenditure ventures by advising and monitoring project status. Show less