Moritz Klockow

Experience

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  Veritas AG

  Sept 2009 - Sept 2012

  Integrated study program - Engineering
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  Woco Group

  May 2017 - Jun 2021

  Tasks- Sub-project management for mechanical development- Technical customer contact (Volvo & Jaguar Land Rover)- Planning and controlling development activities- Leading the development team (mechanical design, simulations and testing)- Mechanical development of air guiding plastic components- Leading Design FMEAs- Creating & managing validation plans- Managing design and functional prototypes- Defining tool corrections- Managing technical changes- On-site Task Force for product launch at the Budapest plant in Hungary- Calculating the development budget- Managing project and product data in the PDM systemAchievements in task-force product launch program for European OEM:- Correcting out-of-spec dimensions by optimizing tools and manufacturing process- Successfully completing product validation after optimization implementation- Reducing correction loops by developing and implementing simulation-based method for root cause analysis and countermeasure definition- Winning new businessAchievements in new technology air guiding program:- Winning business with cost optimized technical concept- Developing and implementing new design concept of single-section blow mould duct with flexible & static areas- Reducing product complexity, tooling cost and assembly complexity- Eliminating weld connections and injection moulding tools- Reducing time-to-marketAchievements in several air guiding development programs:- Meeting quality, timing & cost targets- Winning new business Show less

  • Specialist Product Development & Engineering

    Feb 2021 - Jun 2021

  • Product Development Engineer

    May 2017 - Jan 2021
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  Rebo Lighting & Electronics GmbH

  Jul 2021 - Apr 2024

  Tasks:- Managing multiple automotive lighting development programs - Leading the international, cross-functional program team- Managing US customer accounts- Managing escalations and crises- Creating, maintaining and controlling program timings and budgets- Managing product quality & PPAP sampling process- Managing product launch and ramp-up- Project procurement & supplier management- Strategic development of the product development process- Product & process optimization- Supporting AuditsAchievements in several lighting system project for US OEMs:- Agile development to ensure short development cycle- Enhancing the international in-company cooperation (1st program to use China based team for hardware development; sourcing 1st IM tool directly from China)- Minimizing design complexity to reduce number of mould tools- Supporting all customer builds in-time (Top-supplier)- Increasing the product margin- Launching new product line in the company- Launching new materials and technology in the company- Successfully managing supply chain & shortage issues- Developing new suppliers for new product line- Winning new businessAchievements in task-force product launch for US OEM:- Closing the escalation- Correcting quality issues and closing quality claims- Completing PPAP for all part numbers- Improving customer satisfaction- Re-motivating the program team- Enabling to invoice development & tooling cost- Optimizing program profitability- Winning new businessAchievements in lighting systems project for German OEM:- Implementing and training the customer development process- Meeting quality, timing & cost targets Show less

  • Business Development Manager

    Sept 2022 - Apr 2024

  • Program / Project Manager

    Jul 2021 - Apr 2024
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  Moritz Klockow - Engineering & Management Consultant

  Aug 2024 - now

  Freelance Program & Project Manager, Launch Manager, Engineering Manager, Task Force, Automotive

  My focus areas of consulting are:- Program & Project management from RFQ to series implementation- Temporary support in critical program phases- (De-) escalation management & problem solving- Optimization of product design & manufacturing process- Optimization of your product development processMy consulting offers strategic benefits on several levels which are reflected in project quality and customer satisfaction:Benefits for your Management:- I take responsibility and act instead of just discussing- You can focus on your important tasks without being drawn into project or escalation issues more than necessary- I protect your company’s economic interests through efficient resource utilization and continuous cost optimizationBenefits for your customer:- I ensure the desired results through early alignment of customer requirements and strategic project planning- Professional communication and proactive reporting are mandatory- I provide quick and effective solutions for problems or change requestsBenefits for your project team:- I enable the project team to focus on clearly defined tasks and objectives without unnecessary distractions- I act as an initiator for optimizations and can actively support almost all specialists with my hands-on experience- I create a respectful, productive work environment and enhance the team’s motivationPlease feel free to contact me to discuss how I can support you with your individual project. Show less