Kamil Ř.

Experience

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  Koito Czech s.r.o.

  Sept 2014 - Jan 2017

  Tooling Engineer

  Contributed to various high-profile car lighting projects, including Toyota Yaris, Nissan Qashqai, and Daimler truck, driving process enhancements and innovation. - Monitored tool development and proposed process improvements, significantly enhancing production efficiency and output quality. - Ensured strict adherence to project milestones, facilitating smooth transitions from prototype phases to series production. - Developed and managed open point lists, actively contributing to parts modification discussions and RFQ preparation processes Show less

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  Faurecia

  Jan 2017 - Jun 2018

  Process Tool Engineer - Injection Molding

  - BR223 project - Mercedes-Benz S-Class (released 2021) responsible for the origin interior plastic parts for the center console and door panels: - preparation of the tool specifications (feasibility evaluation, description of the tool design and performance for the R. F. Q. use) - cooperating with D.D. to achieve part feasibility in order of moulding basics, anticipation of the parts evolution - technical evaluation for the quotations - leading of the tools manufacturing process - set up process parameters and finding of an improvements to achieve successful SOP - evidence of the open points in the tooling field issues across the program Show less

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  Valeo

  Jun 2018 - Jan 2020

  Mould Industrialization Engineer

  Engineered advanced process methodologies for air conditioning manufacturing, significantly improving production efficiency and product quality. - Collaborated on tool specification preparation for RFQ processes, working in tandem with design departments to ensure optimal tool design and functionality. - Conducted thorough technical evaluations for supplier quotations and oversaw the tool manufacturing process, ensuring compliance with technical specifications. - Optimized process parameters, achieving measurable improvements in cycle time and part quality. - Managed and resolved ECRs (Engineering Change Requests) effectively, maintaining smooth program progression and adherence to project timelines Show less

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  Magna International

  Feb 2020 - May 2020

  Tooling Expert

  Managed the end-to-end process of stamping tool industrialization for new projects, overseeing tool development and ensuring adherence to budget constraints. - Spearheaded budget management for tools and capital expenditures, optimizing resource allocation for maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness. - Defined and enforced stringent industry standards for tool specifications, contributing to enhanced production quality and process reliability.

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  AGC Automotive Europe

  Jan 2021 - Jun 2025

  Industrialization Manager

  - Successfully coordinated cross-functional teams to compile comprehensive bid lists, ensuring alignment with technical requirements and customer specifications. - Played a key role in presenting integrated technical solutions to clients, collaborating closely with the Account Manager for strategic client engagements. - Developed and maintained detailed negotiation and offer frameworks, including volume assessments, financial targets, and technical/logistical parameters. - Led project development initiatives from inception to completion, aligning project goals with customer needs and internal strategic objectives. - Ensured adherence to critical project milestones, overseeing the transition from prototype to series production and guaranteeing on-time delivery. - Fostered strong customer relationships, providing regular updates and promptly addressing any concerns to ensure ongoing satisfaction and partnership. Show less

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  WITTE Automotive Czechia

  Jun 2025 - now

  Purchasing Expert for Plastics