Bernd Guttek
Director Operations at Adient | Neuss, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
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Bernd Guttek currently serves as the Director of Operations at Adient, where he leverages over 25 years of international experience in the automotive supplier industry to drive operational excellence across multiple manufacturing plants within the EMEA region. His role encompasses overseeing the production of automotive seat structures and related mechanisms, ensuring that each facility operates at peak efficiency while maintaining the highest standards of quality. With a strong focus on automation and process optimization, Bernd spearheads initiatives aimed at streamlining manufacturing workflows, reducing waste, and enhancing overall productivity through lean principles such as Value Stream Mapping and 5S methodologies.
A key aspect of Bernd’s leadership involves empowering his teams through continuous improvement programs rooted in Six Sigma and root cause analysis, fostering a culture of problem-solving and innovation. His expertise in engineering and program management enables him to oversee complex product launches and development projects, ensuring seamless integration from design to production. Bernd’s strategic approach emphasizes the importance of supplier quality management and robust engineering practices to meet the demanding requirements of the automotive industry.
Under his guidance, Adient’s operations benefit from a focus on automation and digitalization, which not only improves efficiency but also enhances workplace safety and employee engagement. His comprehensive skill set—including manufacturing, automotive engineering, and business development—positions him as a key driver of operational excellence, supporting Adient’s goal to deliver innovative, high-quality seating solutions to global automotive OEMs. Through his leadership, Bernd continues to strengthen Adient’s competitive edge in the dynamic automotive landscape.
Director Operations at Adient in July 2018 to Present
Director Change Office at Adient in November 2016 to June 2018
Director Change Office at Johnson Controls in August 2015 to October 2016
General Manager at Johnson Controls in April 2012 to July 2015
Vice President at C. Rob. Hammerstein in January 2009 to March 2012
Senior Program Manager at Johnson Controls Automotive in October 2006 to December 2008
Program Manager at Johnson Controls Automotive in October 2002 to September 2006
Lead Engineer at Johnson Controls Automotive in October 1999 to September 2002
Project Engineer at Forschungszentrum Jülich in June 1994 to September 1999
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RWTH Aachen University, Dr. Ing., October 1996 to October 2026
Technische Universität Darmstadt, Dipl.-Ing., October 1988 to October 1993
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FMEA
Manufacturing
Catia
Engineering Management
Automotive
Kaizen
Manufacturing Operations Management
PPAP
Lean Manufacturing
Continuous Improvement
Six Sigma
Engineering
Supplier Quality
TS16949
ISO
Kanban
Manufacturing Engineering
Value Stream Mapping
APQP
DFMEA
Process Improvement
Root Cause Analysis
5S
Vehicles
Poka Yoke
Cross-functional Team Leadership
GD&T
Product Development
Toyota Production System
Program Management
Automotive Engineering
Quality Management
SPC
Business Process Improvement
Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
ISO/TS 16949
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Discover more about AdientWhat is Bernd Guttek email address?
Email Bernd Guttek at [email protected]. This email is the most updated Bernd Guttek's email found in 2026.
How to contact Bernd Guttek?
To contact Bernd Guttek send an email to [email protected]. (updated on February 24, 2025)
What company does Bernd Guttek work for?
Bernd Guttek works for Adient
What is Bernd Guttek's role at Adient?
Bernd Guttek is Director Operations
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Bernd Guttek's phone (**) *** *** 243
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Bernd Guttek works in the Automotive industry.
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