Annette Wehn
Kamen
Summary
Professional Project Management Specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Specialist Quality
3M Deutschland GmbH
02.2023 - Current
- Conducted risk assessments to proactively identify potential issues and implement mitigation strategies.
- Developed and implemented project plans, resulting in successful project execution.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Quality Assurance Manager
3M Deutschland GmbH
11.2020 - 01.2023
- Facilitated communication between departments regarding quality concerns, fostering collaboration towards shared goals.
- Scheduled and chaired quality review meetings to review effectiveness of performance mitigating risk, improving throughput and achieving customer satisfaction.
- Tracked quality issues with external customers, suppliers, and internal plant operations.
- Trained team members on quality assurance principles, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
Quality Assurance Supervisor
3M Deutschland GmbH
10.2017 - 10.2020
- Tracked quality issues with external customers, suppliers, and internal plant operations.
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Assessed investigation reports of subordinate quality assurance personnel and addressed any procedural deviations.
- Oversaw onboarding and training of new employees to promote qualified and well-coordinated quality assurance team.
Senior Quality Engineer
3M Deutschland GmbH
03.2014 - 09.2017
- Managed risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions for continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize design, manufacturing, and validation processes.
- Contributed to root cause analysis to determine core reason for failures and errors.
- Executed operational audits and assessed company operations, compliance and other associated risks.
Senior Process Engineer Medical Manufacturing
3M Deutschland GmbH
09.2006 - 02.2014
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve overall plant efficiency and effectiveness.
- Optimized production processes by identifying and implementing improvements in equipment and procedures.
- Provided expert troubleshooting support during critical plant issues, quickly resolving incidents while minimizing production losses.
- Analyzed and interpreted data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma methodologies, resulting in significant process enhancements.
Senior Process Engineer Filtration & Abrasives
3M Deutschland GmbH
07.2003 - 08.2006
- Optimized processes to reduce cost and increase efficiency.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.
Supply Chain Specialist Europe
DuPont De Nemours Deutschland GmbH
05.2000 - 06.2003
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing efficient demand forecasting and supply planning methods.
- Implemented robust vendor management systems to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Assisted in the development of supply chain risk management strategies, minimizing disruptions and safeguarding business continuity.
Day Shift Supervisor
DuPont De Nemours Deutschland GmbH
09.1999 - 04.2000
- Ensured a safe working environment by conducting regular safety audits and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
Technical Support Representative
DuPont De Nemours Deutschland GmbH
01.1996 - 08.1999
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and effective technical support to clients.
- Assisted in product development by identifying and addressing recurring customer concerns.
- Acted as liaison between customers, sales representatives, and engineering teams, fostering strong working relationships among departments.
- Followed up with clients to verify optimal customer satisfaction following support engagement and problem resolution.
QC Lab Supervisor and Process Engineer
Dimension Polyant GmbH
10.1992 - 12.1995
- Led a team of laboratory technicians, ensuring high-quality performance and professional development.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Supported new product development efforts through scale-up activities from pilot-scale testing to full-scale production implementation.
Education
Chemist Spectroscopy And Analytics - Chemical Physics
Universität
Leipzig, Germany10.2004
Diplomingenieurin (FH) - Chemical Engineering (Textile Manufacturing)
Fachhochschule Niederrhein
Krefeld, Germany07.1992
Skills
- Documentation Management
- Project Management
- Organizational Skills
- Task Prioritization
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Scope Definition
- Team Leadership
- Risk Assessment
- Strategic Planning
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma GB since 2017
- DGQ & EOQ Quality Manager since 2016
Languages
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
French
Elementary (A2)
Hobbies
- Swimming
- Nordic Walking
- Cycling
- Family and Friends
Timeline
Project Specialist Quality
3M Deutschland GmbH
02.2023 - Current
Quality Assurance Manager
3M Deutschland GmbH
11.2020 - 01.2023
Quality Assurance Supervisor
3M Deutschland GmbH
10.2017 - 10.2020
Senior Quality Engineer
3M Deutschland GmbH
03.2014 - 09.2017
Senior Process Engineer Medical Manufacturing
3M Deutschland GmbH
09.2006 - 02.2014
Senior Process Engineer Filtration & Abrasives
3M Deutschland GmbH
07.2003 - 08.2006
Supply Chain Specialist Europe
DuPont De Nemours Deutschland GmbH
05.2000 - 06.2003
Day Shift Supervisor
DuPont De Nemours Deutschland GmbH
09.1999 - 04.2000
Technical Support Representative
DuPont De Nemours Deutschland GmbH
01.1996 - 08.1999
QC Lab Supervisor and Process Engineer
Dimension Polyant GmbH
10.1992 - 12.1995
Chemist Spectroscopy And Analytics - Chemical Physics
Universität
Diplomingenieurin (FH) - Chemical Engineering (Textile Manufacturing)
Fachhochschule Niederrhein
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