Nicolas Weiss
Kehl
Profil professionnel
Resourceful project manager skilled in coordinating multiple projects under competing demands. Leverages analytical problem-solving abilities to resolve issues in high-pressure environments. Delivers clear communication and effective customer service, driving successful outcomes.
Vue d'ensemble
4
4
Languages
26
26
years of professional experience
Expérience
Technical Program Manager Europe
Cobra Advanced Composites
Stuttgart
2024.06 - Current
- Technical referent for all European customers (Audi-BMW-Ducati-Lamborghini-Cupra-MV Agusta)
- Led innovation program in Europe, enhancing technology, processes, tools, and manufacturing practices.
- Managed European suppliers to define and validate equipment, tools, and jigs for production efficiency.
- Defined rework activities and conducted cost analysis to optimize processes in Europe.
Production Readiness (CFRP Materials)
Automobili Lamborghini
Sant'Agata Bolognese
2017.07 - 2024.06
- Initiated startup and optimized various CFRP manufacturing processes at suppliers to enhance production efficiency.
- Defined and validated the equipment, tools, and jigs needed for production in collaboration with suppliers.
- Evaluation and validation of the technical and price offers from the suppliers in relation to the transmitted specification
- Analysis and validation of production capacities @ the suppliers
- Scheduled and monitored inventory of equipment, tools, and jigs at suppliers.
- Tested functionality of equipment, tools, and jigs during tryouts and preseries phases in collaboration with purchasing, logistics, production, quality, and engineering departments at Lamborghini.
- Perimeter of activities are the frame (chassis), bodywork and interiors
Technical referent composite materials
BUGATTI Automobiles S.A.S.
Molsheim
2012.01 - 2017.06
- Defined and participated in development of new CFRP products, including FMEA, measurement systems, control gauges, and specifications.
- Validated rework procedures to maintain compliance with quality standards for composite materials.
- Initiated and optimized manufacturing processes with suppliers to enhance production capabilities.
- Integration of new suppliers with purchasing and development departments
Supplier Quality Assurance
BUGATTI Automobiles S.A.S.
Molsheim
2006.08 - 2011.12
- Led quality and development projects for frame (chassis) and bodywork of Veyron, managing a team of 3 quality technicians.
- Monitored serial performance of suppliers to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Ensured first samples met specifications and industry standards
- Startup and optimization of various manufacturing processes at the suppliers
- Realization of internal and external process audits (VDA 6.3)
- Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers to foster collaboration: MML, SZAE, WEISS, CARBON DREAM, SPARCO, CARBOTECH, DALLARA
Supplier Quality Assurance
SMART France
Hambach
2000.07 - 2006.07
- Validated first samples for City Coupé, Roadster, and Forfour, facilitating timely project progression
- Oversaw production of exterior modules for painted injected parts, ensuring quality standards were met
- Cultivated relationships with suppliers PEGUFORM, HELLA, Automotive Lighting, and Plastal to enhance collaboration
- Controlled and monitored failures at 0 km
Formation
Master - Quality, Security, Environment
CESI
NancySecondary School - Organization and Quality management
CESI
StrasbourgSenior Technichal Certificate - Mechanical Industrial automation
High school Louis Couffignal
StrasbourgFE Method Course - structural aesthetic components design with advanced lightweight materials
Dallara
Varano De Melegari Apr 2010 - May 2010
Compétences
- Automobile Quality
- VDA
- ISO 9001
- Quality methodologies
- Audit
- FMEA
- SPC
- PDCA
- Process development
- Process optimization
- Process improvement
- Results analysis
- Technical writing
- Improvement initiatives
- Project leadership
Personnalisé
A, B, evening animation, MOUNTAIN BIKE, motorcycle
Language
French
NATIVE LANGUAGE
English
Proficient
C2
German
Bilingual
Italian
Fluent
Chronologie
Technical Program Manager Europe
Cobra Advanced Composites
2024.06 - Current
Production Readiness (CFRP Materials)
Automobili Lamborghini
2017.07 - 2024.06
Technical referent composite materials
BUGATTI Automobiles S.A.S.
2012.01 - 2017.06
Supplier Quality Assurance
BUGATTI Automobiles S.A.S.
2006.08 - 2011.12
Supplier Quality Assurance
SMART France
2000.07 - 2006.07
FE Method Course - structural aesthetic components design with advanced lightweight materials
Dallara
Apr 2010 - May 2010
Master - Quality, Security, Environment
CESI
Secondary School - Organization and Quality management
CESI
Senior Technichal Certificate - Mechanical Industrial automation
High school Louis Couffignal