Freelancer profile translated to English.

Description

**Experienced manager and hands-on consultant for the manufacturing industry and mechanical engineering**.

Available from June 2026.

Are you looking for a decisive leader who can get complex technical projects moving, or an expert who can structurally improve the efficiency of your production facility? With over 10 years of experience at the intersection of engineering and operations, I transform strategic plans into tangible results on the shop floor quickly.

My expertise in a nutshell:

**Mechanical Engineering & Complex Projects**: Extensive experience in managing high-tech and mechanical projects from start to finish (budget, planning, delivery).

**Operations & Production**: Strong in setting up, restructuring, and managing complete production facilities and operational teams on a daily basis.

**Continuous Improvement (Lean Six Sigma Black Belt)**: Not just a paper tiger, but a pragmatic approach to eliminate logistical and operational bottlenecks and increase margins.

Why clients work with me:

I possess strong execution power and speak the language of both the engineer and the operator on the floor. I integrate into an organization, understand the situation within days, and immediately bring structure, calm, and progress.

Available for interim and project management assignments(region Limburg / Flemish Brabant / Liège or remote).

Languages

Dutch
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent
German
Conversational
French
Conversational

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Sint-Truiden (up to 50km)

e-Power,
PLANT MANAGER – SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS + PROCESS AND INNOVATION MANAGER
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
January 2023 - Today (3 years and 7 months)
Belgium
• • Leading the launch of a new production plant for next-generation generators with integrated battery and hydrogen systems.
• • Designing the layout, production flow, and processes from scratch for a future-proof manufacturing setup.
• • Implemented ERP systems, production KPIs, and lean process structures.
• • Managing production, logistics, and quality teams (30+ people).
• • Introduced Lean Manufacturing principles to improve efficiency and reduce lead time.
Continuous Improvement Operations Management Budget Management Project Management odoo
Averna
PROJECT / PROGRAM MANAGER – AUTOMATION & TEST SYSTEMS
MEDICAL
January 2021 - January 2023 (2 years)
Averna, Kiewit, LI, Belgium
• • Delivered custom automation and test equipment with AI image recognition for international high-tech and medical clients.
• • Coordinated multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, software) from concept to commissioning.
• • Ensured on-time, on-budget delivery and maintained clear communication with customers and stakeholders.
• • Standardized engineering and project management processes across departments.
Project Management Budget Management Coaching
IPTE,
PROJECT / PRODUCT MANAGER – LASER PLASTIC WELDING SYSTEMS
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
January 2018 - January 2021 (3 years)
Genk, LI, Belgium
• • Managed multiple automation projects and production lines from sales to installation at customer sites.
• • Led product development of laser plastic welding machines, including new options and process optimizations.
• • Supported sales teams with technical presentations and feasibility studies.
Product Management Driving results Project Management