Ernest Ebu

Experience

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  Edwards

  May 2008 - May 2013

  -Dealing with and resolving issues with product quality and cooperation with representatives of foreign customers – negotiations exclusively in English language (INTEL, INFINEON, ALTIS, CARL ZEISS, ST CROLLES, SAMSUNG and the like), close cooperation with onsite specialists/customer department/sales department, checking of delivery quality, lowering of costs related to warranties and nonconforming parts (NCR-Non Conformance Reports), work on the implementation and subsequent maintaining of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 during subsequent audits, value stream mapping, lean production, 8D reports, SSQA(Standard supplier quality assessment), Kaizen/BPI (Business process improvement – constant upgrading of processes). Work on internal audits, collection and analysis of data(5 why, ishikawa/fishbone diagrams, pareto analysis and other instruments) and creation of correctional or preventive measures (precautions) etc. Show less

  • Quality Engineer

    May 2009 - May 2013

  • Quality Administrator/Warranty Coordinator

    May 2008 - May 2009
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  Knorr-Bremse

  May 2013 - Jun 2022

  - Quality Management- Team Leadership (13 direct subordinates + methodical leader of 10 people)- Quality assurance & Q-development within two entrusted production segments – vision & strategy- Responsible for Quality Assurance of two production segments- External audits - IRIS (ISO/TS 22163)- Customer Complaint Management - FAI Engineering- KPS(Kaizen philosophy)- Continuous Improvement of Processes- Build in Quality / In-station Quality Control – Quality needs to be manufactured not only inspected- Lean Production- PFMEA + Control plans- Cooperation planning- Bringing results- Technologies @ Knorr-Bremse, division IFE - door leaf production(trains/trams/subways): machining/milling, welding, bending, adhesive bonding, grinding, assembly, painting (powder/wet).- Customers: BOMBARDIER, SIEMENS, ALSTOM, STADLER, CAF, - Business success: Significant reduction of the number of customer complaints received within entrusted production segment (success based on the continuous work with proper root cause analysis and 8D methodology which prevents recurrence of the issues, implementation of "build in quality" philosophy, etc. ). :2013 – 159 internal and customer complaints, 2014 – 110 internal and customer complaints, 2015 – 61 internal and customer complaints, 2016 – 51 internal and customer complaints. Show less - Team Leadership (12 direct subordinates)- Responsible for Quality Assurance of whole production segment - Root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions- FAI Engineering- Lean Production- PFMEA + Control plans- Cooperation planning- Technologies @ Knorr-Bremse, division IFE - door leaf production(trains/trams/subways): machining/milling, welding, bending, adhesive bonding, grinding, assembly, painting (powder/wet).- Customers: BOMBARDIER, SIEMENS, ALSTOM, STADLER Show less

  • Senior Quality Engineer

    Jun 2018 - Jun 2022

  • Quality Engineer

    May 2013 - Jun 2018
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  OMNIKA, spol. s r. o.

  Jul 2022 - May 2023

  Quality Manager & Paintshop Manager

  Key responsibilities:- Quality assurance of the plant – responsibility, vision & strategy- Reconstruction of the Quality Management System of the company- Introduction of the incoming and interoperational inspections- Introduction of Build in Quality / In-station Quality Control- Team leadership and team reorganization (18 direct subordinates)- Reduction of the costs associated with poor quality of work and material consumption- Improvement of the internal and customer complaint management process- Introduction of internal FAI process- Continuous improvement of processes- Bringing results- Technologies @ Omnika:Aluminium cutting and punching, powder coating & wet painting, fabric cutting & welding, assembly.Customers:OBI, BAUHAUS and the like Show less

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  PE CONSULTING & SORTING s.r.o.

  Mar 2023 - now

  Managing Director

  PE Consulting & Sorting s.r.o. is the consulting company specializing in sorting of materials, carrying out small assemblies, LEAN management, increasing the efficiency of production processes, and preparing companies for certifications. With our expertise and commitment to excellence, we are dedicated to helping businesses unlock their production potential and achieve optimal performance.We believe in eliminating waste, optimizing resources, and continuously improving processes. Through comprehensive analysis, we identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, develop customized strategies to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and maximize your bottom line. With PE Consulting by your side, you can embark on a LEAN journey that empowers your organization to thrive in a competitive marketplace.Together, let's unlock your true production potential. Show less

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  ASTOTEC

  Mar 2023 - Jun 2024

  Quality Engineer

  Key responsibilities:- Responsible for Quality Assurance of a whole production segment- External audits: IATF 16949 / ISO 9001- Customer audits- Customer Complaint Management - Supplier Quality Assurance - Continuous Improvement of Processes- PFMEA + Control plans + process flows (Complete revision)- Layered internal audits (Implementation) + Internal Auditor - VDA 6.3- SPC (Cp,Cpk), MSA- PPAPs- Bringing results- Technologies @ Astotec Automotive Czech Republic (High-quality airbag deployers, occupant protection systems, electrical safety elements, igniters and pyrotechnics production): Fully automatic production processes/lines (pressing, assembly, laser welding, ultrasonic welding, plastic injection molding, camera controls/neural network etc.)- Customers: Automotive OEMs and Automotive TIER1 suppliers Show less

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  ALBA – METAL, spol. s r.o.

  Jun 2024 - now

  Quality & EMS Manager

  Key responsibilities:- Quality assurance of the plant- Continuous improvement of QMS and EMS- ESG & CO2 footprint management- Ecovadis management- Team leadership (12 direct subordinates)- External audits: IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 / ISO 14001- Customer audits (VDA 6.3)- Audits / Self-assessments: D/TLD, Formel Q (VW group), GS 90018-2 (BMW group)- Internal audits (System/Process/Product)- IATF 16949 - 1st/2nd party Auditor (VDA QMC qualification certificate)- VDA 6.3 Process Auditor (VDA QMC qualification certificate)- Product Safety & Conformity Representative (VDA QMC qualification certificate)- Customer Complaint Management - Supplier Quality Assurance and development- PFMEA + Control plans + process flows - APQP / PPAP- Continuous improvement of processes- Bringing results- Technologies @ Alba-Metal spol. s r.o. (steel wire reinforcements for car seats and other car interior elements): Straightening, bending, welding, powder coating, etc.)- Customers: Automotive OEMs and Automotive TIER1 & TIER2 suppliers Show less