I am a highly-motivated, forward-thinking Project Manager who has 9+ years of experience in leading complex quality assurance processes at Volkswagen. My goal is always to achieve the highest standards of safety, quality, and output. I specialize in identifying and adopting best practices, providing technical guidance, and collaborating with cross-functional, international teams. With a diverse skillset at the ready, I am prepared to take on any challenge in the vehicle manufacturing setting. I have worked on several different product launches in the past five years. Currently, I am the Quality Manager for the total battery pack that will power a new electric vehicle to be released in 2022. I had the opportunity to build this department from the ground up, including establishing the vision, creating the budget, and determining the required resources.Previously, I led quality assurance efforts for the 2020 Passat Facelift, the 2020 Atlas Cross Sport, and the 2021 Atlas Facelift. I managed, mentored, and trained a 6-person team, and we met all timelines and targets. However, I believe my most important contribution in this role was ensuring the quality of the vehicles before they were delivered to the marketplace. I take great pride in my work, and it shows through my initiative, analytical abilities, and attention to detail. Likewise, I am a dedicated teammate who can successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously while remaining accurate, timely, and organized.To learn more about me, my research experience, or my future professional aspirations, connect via InMail or DanBucken@gmail.com. Leadership | Project Management | Strategic Planning | Crisis & Risk Management | Problem Solving | Relationship Building & Management | Communication | Teamwork | Collaboration | Prioritization | Time Management | Mentoring & Training | Monitoring KPIs | Budget Administration