With over 15 years of experience in the building materials industry in Turkey and Saudi Arabia, I have led pivotal roles in Quality, Production, Plant and Operations Management. My expertise includes the production of Plasterboard, Glassmat Board, Acoustic Board, and other gypsum products, as well as Non-Asbestos Fibre Cement Sheets and Sandwich Panels.I am eager to leverage my knowledge and management skills, using KPI-focused approach blended with Lean Six Sigma methodologies alongside a strong commitment to prioritize safety, digitalization and nurturing future leaders.
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National Technical ManagerKnauf AustraliaAustralia -
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Acting Plant ManagerMada Gypsum Company Feb 2024 - PresentYanbu Al Sinaiyah, Al Madinah, Saudi Arabia• Managing gypsum operations from the quarry to the warehouse, directly reporting to president.• Ensuring plasterboard lines supply over 40 million sqm annually to the market while maintaining the highest possible safety and quality standards.• Managing the newly created Operational Control Department, to support precise data collection, digitalisation, and improve reporting around all operations.• Leading a diverse team of 100+ multinational employees, focusing on developing local… Show more • Managing gypsum operations from the quarry to the warehouse, directly reporting to president.• Ensuring plasterboard lines supply over 40 million sqm annually to the market while maintaining the highest possible safety and quality standards.• Managing the newly created Operational Control Department, to support precise data collection, digitalisation, and improve reporting around all operations.• Leading a diverse team of 100+ multinational employees, focusing on developing local white-collar employees as future leaders to continually improve the company culture.• Managing related sections, budgets and CapEx investments in line with business plan. Show less -
Plasterboard Production ManagerMada Gypsum Company Jan 2018 - Feb 2024Yanbu Industrial City, Al Madinah, Saudi Arabia• Managed 2 plasterboard plants, reporting to operations director, leading a team of over 60 employees.• Focused on product & process improvements and standardisation, resulted in 5 years:o 19% increase on output, 8.1% increase on OEEo Annual customer complaints reduced more than %60, brought Mada a high reputation in the market• Managed to product development projects such as glass-mat, impact board, including certification process.• Expansion project suggested and managed… Show more • Managed 2 plasterboard plants, reporting to operations director, leading a team of over 60 employees.• Focused on product & process improvements and standardisation, resulted in 5 years:o 19% increase on output, 8.1% increase on OEEo Annual customer complaints reduced more than %60, brought Mada a high reputation in the market• Managed to product development projects such as glass-mat, impact board, including certification process.• Expansion project suggested and managed from A to Z, with support of Gyptech Germany & Canada, allowed line to speed up 15%, adding capacity of 5.5 mio m2/year with a negligible investment amount.• Consulted on new plant project. Quotations collected over the world, suppliers visited technical discussions held. • Played a critical role in implementing SAP (MM and PP modules setup, design of BOM structure).• Lean Six Sigma initiative leaded and managed, 50+ employees certified as yellow belt. • Saudization level increased to 50% within 1 year by hiring and training local labour and engineers. Show less -
Plasterboard Production ManagerKnauf May 2013 - Jan 2018Kocaeli, Turkey• Managed multiple production lines (calcination, plasterboard, perforated ceiling and acoustic tiles)• Led teams of over 50 individuals, including two engineers.• Worked close with CSD and Export Dept. to ensure JIT production planning.• Made contributions to globally scaled new product development and improvement projects.• As a Green Belt holder, instrumental in driving the Lean Six Sigma movement within the company.o Received Staff training about Gypsum tech. at Knauf… Show more • Managed multiple production lines (calcination, plasterboard, perforated ceiling and acoustic tiles)• Led teams of over 50 individuals, including two engineers.• Worked close with CSD and Export Dept. to ensure JIT production planning.• Made contributions to globally scaled new product development and improvement projects.• As a Green Belt holder, instrumental in driving the Lean Six Sigma movement within the company.o Received Staff training about Gypsum tech. at Knauf headquarters, Iphofen Germany for 2 weeks (2013).o Made technical presentations at Immingham (2015) and Norway (2013) Production & Lab. managers meetings. Show less -
Process EngineerKnauf Nov 2012 - May 2013Kocaeli, Turkey• Played a pivotal role on the documentation & certification and implementation of OHSAS 18001 on site.o Gathered information about plaster and plasterboard production. -
Deputy Director Of OperationsAtermit Jan 2011 - Nov 2012Adana, Turkey• Managed three distinct production lines, maintenance operations and associated facilities.• Produced a diverse range of products, primarily Non-Asbestos Fiber Cement Boards and Sandwich Panels.• As a direct report to the General Manager, team led consist of 2 engineers and over 70 blue-collars.o Atermit Application & Education Days - Cukurova University (2011), Mersin University (2011) Speaker: Fibre Cement Production Technology and Thermal Insulation -
Sandwich Panel Production ManagerAtermit Mar 2010 - Jan 2011• Successfully implemented efficiency enhancements and process improvements on production lines.• Managed production and maintenance operations across two distinct production lines.• Led a dedicated team of over 20 blue-collars.o Energy Efficiency & Energy Saving Seminar - Governorship of Osmaniye/ Turkey (2010)Speaker: Thermal Insulation and Passive Houses -
Quality Assurance ManagerAtermit Jun 2007 - Mar 2010• Successfully executed process control across three separate production units.• Managed ISO 9001 Q.M.S. and Multiple product certifications with Turkish Standards Institution completed.• Led process and product development initiatives.• Managed a team of five, including laboratory and quality control personnel. -
Project EngineerTemsa Global 2005 - 2006Served as a Project Engineer in a team dedicated to the design of new buses and the production of prototypes. Contributed to the mechanical and chassis modifications of two distinct types of vehicles. This involved designing new parts using CATIA, physically implementing these parts on prototypes, conducting tests, and managing the SAP documentation of new parts for mass production. -
Mechanical EngineerHonmaksan Machine Co. Ltd. Jul 2004 - Aug 2005Konya, TurkeyAppointed as Management Representative for ISO 9001-2000 Standardization, developed and implemented a quality system under academic guidance. Achieved ISO 9001-2000 certification for the company. Contributed to CE Compliance operations, created user manuals and spare parts catalogues. As Team Leader, standardized product parts, documented procedures, and re-designed three honing machines using SolidWorks.
Orcun Bicakci Education Details
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Production Management
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