Bertelsmann Storage Media GmbH

• Consulted technically the international divisions.
• Planned and supervised projects during construction of new manufacturing facilities, reconstruction of existing plant, and modernization of existing production lines.
• Planned, constructed and oversaw startup of CD Manufacturing facilities in:
  • Mexico City, Mexico – 1991
  • Sao Paulo, Brazil – 1992

Responsibilities included but were not limited to selection of location and building, planning and construction of facility layouts and necessary infrastructures.

• Negotiated, with authorities to obtain all necessary permits; selection and purchase of manufacturing equipment and infrastructure.
• Ensured optimization of material flows, processes and efficiencies.
• Supported international divisions in international purchases of equipment and MRO items, as well as calculation of capital (ROI) projects.
• Trained local personnel; remained within the assigned budget.
• Transferred new facilities, after being operational, to local management.