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ABDULLAH YILDIRIM

ABDULLAH YILDIRIM

Kartal/Istanbul

Summary

Maintenance Team Leader with significant experience at ZF Sachs Suspension Systems Inc., specializing in project management and production system optimization. Led a successful two-year factory relocation, resulting in improved operational efficiency and compliance. Demonstrated expertise in high-voltage operations and communication, implementing Total Productive Maintenance initiatives to reduce downtime and enhance equipment performance.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Team Leader

ZF Sachs Suspension Systems Inc.
Gebze
01.2022 - Current
  • Progressed to a mid-level managerial position after joining in 2019
  • Leading a maintenance team of 23 members, ensuring operational efficiency
  • Overseeing daily repairs, planned maintenance, procurement of critical spare parts, and process revisions based on customer requirements
  • Successfully managed a two-year factory relocation project (2023-2024), ensuring compliance with all customer and departmental requirements at every stage
  • Led electrical and mechanical infrastructure projects for auxiliary facilities, contributing to seamless factory operations
  • Supervised high-voltage system operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards
  • Managed automation support projects, optimizing OEE, quality, and digitalization efforts within the factory
  • Coordinated Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities to maximize equipment efficiency and minimize downtime
  • Worked closely with the Process Development department to standardize automation systems

Maintenance Engineer

ZF Sachs Suspension Systems Inc.
Gebze
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Led TPM initiatives to enhance equipment efficiency and reduce downtime
  • Managed machine commissioning projects and automation revisions, optimizing production processes
  • Responsible for daily troubleshooting, planned maintenance, and spare parts procurement

Automation& Assembly Leader

Sempa Elektrik
Sivas
09.2016 - 01.2019
  • Managed electrical panel manufacturing and commissioning for industrial facilities
  • Led infrastructure and facility setup projects, ensuring smooth operational transitions
  • Designed and implemented automation systems for industrial projects, optimizing production lines
  • Supervised customers factory relocation projects

Maintenance Shift Employee

Sidemir Demir Çelik Inc.
Sivas
06.2015 - 07.2016
  • Worked as a maintenance and repair shift personnel in one of the largest factories in the city
  • Due to managerial issues and high personnel turnover, acted as the maintenance and repair supervisor in charge of shifts
  • Left the job due to production cessation and termination of staff contracts

Education

B.Sc. - Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Cumhuriyet University
Sivas
01.2017

B.Sc. - Electrical Engineering

Yıldız Technical University
Istanbul

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Leadership
  • High-voltage operations
  • Data analysis
  • Training and development
  • Effective communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Cost control
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Total Productive Maintenance
  • Production Systems
  • Six Sigma

References

  • Akın Aslan, ZF Sachs Süspansiyon Sistemleri A.Ş., Technical Services Manager, akin.aslan@zf.com, 05497448412
  • Fatih Karadağ, ZF Sachs Süspansiyon Sistemleri A.Ş., Regional Digitalization Manager, fatih.karadag@zf.com, 05058935462
  • Ali Ongan, ZF Sachs Süspansiyon Sistemleri A.Ş., Senior Operational Service Manager, ali.ongan@zf.com, 05424616061
  • İlyas Ocak, Sempa Elektrik Ltd. Şti., General Manager, i.ocak@sempa.com, 05322335352

Languages

English, Professional

Personal Information

Driving License: D

Affiliations

  • Outside of my professional life, I’m passionate about sailing, which teaches me patience and focus, and I enjoy playing electric guitar as a creative outlet. I’ve traveled to 9 countries, which has given me a strong multicultural perspective and openness to diverse ways of thinking. As a dedicated home chef and gourmet, I specialize in Mediterranean cuisine, combining culinary creativity with a focus on healthy living. Known for my high social acceptance and team spirit, I naturally bring people together with positive energy and a collaborative mindset.

Accomplishments

  • within the company, based on performance, leadership potential, and international collaboration efforts.

Certification

1. Automation Maintenance & Repair Training Certificate
Siemens, Festo, and EU Office Project – 2015 (120 hours)
Focused on Siemens S7-1200 PLC programming, remote I/O systems, and maintenance-repair techniques. Included hands-on training on fault detection and system troubleshooting in industrial automation.

2. Siemens WinCC & SCADA Systems Training
Siemens – 2021 (40 hours)
Comprehensive training on WinCC and SCADA systems, covering HMI design, data acquisition, system configuration, and real-time monitoring applications in industrial environments.

3. Six Sigma Basic Training
ZF Internal Training – 2022
Introductory course in Six Sigma methodology, emphasizing process improvement, variation reduction, and data-driven problem solving using the DMAIC framework.

4. Leadership Base Camp
Netra Professional Development – 2023 (80 hours)
An extensive leadership program focused on emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, team dynamics, and conflict resolution. Developed practical leadership skills through simulations, workshops, and coaching sessions.

Timeline

Maintenance Team Leader

ZF Sachs Suspension Systems Inc.
01.2022 - Current

Maintenance Engineer

ZF Sachs Suspension Systems Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2022

Automation& Assembly Leader

Sempa Elektrik
09.2016 - 01.2019

Maintenance Shift Employee

Sidemir Demir Çelik Inc.
06.2015 - 07.2016

B.Sc. - Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Cumhuriyet University

B.Sc. - Electrical Engineering

Yıldız Technical University
ABDULLAH YILDIRIM