Mohamed Amin Helmy

Led the full startup program for a new textile manufacturing facility supplying brands including Zara and Massimo Dutti. Manage and coordinate all pre-production activities to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to technical and operational requirements. Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification for a seamless production launch. My Responsibilities spans the entire start-up lifecycle: • Site Setup & Legal Requirements: Negotiating leases, securing permits, and managing all legal and technical regulatory documentation. • Infrastructure Development: Supervising internal construction and installation of MEP systems (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) and utilities. • Technical Systems Deployment: Implementing IT infrastructure, manufacturing ERP systems, and production control systems. • Cross-Functional Coordination: Working closely with vendors, contractors, finance, HSE, and operations teams to ensure smooth project execution and a successful production start.

Driving strategic transformation and organizational growth, leading the company’s transition from a local business into a competitive regional player. Responsibilities & Highlights : ✔ Defined and executed the company’s strategic vision and long-term growth roadmap. ✔ Oversaw financial planning, budgeting, and resource allocation to ensure profitability and sustainability. ✔ Monitored market trends, competition, and internal performance to refine business strategies. ✔ Led cross-functional leadership across operations, finance, sales & marketing, and HR. ✔ Drove organizational transformation initiatives to improve competitiveness and long-term growth. Impact : ✔ Positioned the company for regional expansion and stronger market competitiveness. ✔ Strengthened strategic alignment across all business functions. ✔ Built a performance-driven leadership culture supporting sustainable growth.

Led operational transformation and supply chain management while establishing structured processes and digital systems to support plant performance. Responsibilities & Highlights : ✔ Directed Supply Chain operations including planning, procurement, logistics, and warehouse management. ✔ Oversaw HSE and Quality Assurance to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards. ✔ Managed SAP ERP implementation across all plant functions and modules. ✔ Coordinated with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders during factory refurbishment and operational setup. Major Achievements : ✔ Developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all plant functions, creating a structured operational framework. ✔ Successfully implemented SAP ERP, improving integration and transparency across operations. ✔ Established plant KPIs to measure performance and support continuous improvement. ✔ Represented the factory owner in the refurbishment and handover process, ensuring smooth project completion.

* Project Plan for Start up new Manufacturing plant * Costing analysis * Resource planning

* Business plan for Casting workshop * Localization plan for different products * Project timing and resource plan

Led operations for a large-scale manufacturing facility consisting of 5 factories, 30 production lines, and more than 1000 employees, managing cross-functional teams across production, maintenance, engineering, quality, planning, warehouse, and HSE. Responsible for driving operational excellence, production efficiency, cost control, and customer satisfaction through structured performance management and continuous improvement programs. Key Achievements ✔ Improved plant production efficiency from 70% to 92% through Lean manufacturing and operational process improvements. ✔ Successfully turned a critical BMW G3X project from Red to Green status, restoring delivery performance and customer confidence. ✔ Eliminated production backlog and resolved delivery issues, ensuring stable supply and removing the need for costly air freight shipments. ✔ Closed all outstanding customer quality issues, strengthening relationships with global automotive clients. ✔ Implemented a daily production performance monitoring system by area and shift, improving accountability and operational visibility. ✔ Introduced workforce training, job rotation, and multi-skills programs, enhancing operational flexibility. ✔ Implemented performance-based incentive programs and recognition initiatives to strengthen employee motivation and engagement. ✔ Led continuous improvement initiatives delivering €639K annual cost savings.

Played a key role in managing and monitoring strategic cost improvement initiatives as part of a national transformation program. Worked closely with international consulting firms including McKinsey & Company and Roland Berger to track and deliver operational improvement projects across the organization. Key Contributions: ✔ Managed a portfolio of cost optimization initiatives using a McKinsey-developed digital project tracking system. ✔ Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones, savings targets, and operational improvements were achieved. ✔ Supported national transformation initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and cost competitiveness. ✔ Supported achievement of the V21 program saving target of €1M for Egypt in 2019. ✔ Contributed to delivering €6M cost savings in 2020, exceeding the country target of €4.8M.

Led end-to-end plant operations for Assiut factory (200+ employees), overseeing production, quality, engineering, finance, HR, supply chain, IT, and administration. Key Responsibilities & Highlights: ✔ Directed daily operations, monitored KPIs, production efficiency, and quality performance. ✔ Managed plant CAPEX, budgets, and operational costs to ensure financial discipline. ✔ Led a cross-functional team of department heads and production managers, promoting collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Major Achievements" ✔Relocated a strategic project from Romania to Assiut, saving €133K in CAPEX. ✔Achieved zero customer complaints across key clients (Jaguar Land Rover). ✔Improved After-Market performance (AFM score) from 65% → 95–100%, eliminating backlog from 35K harnesses to zero arrears. ✔Reduced AFM delivery time from 120 → 65 days, preparing the plant for further reduction to 40 days. ✔Enhanced CSR initiatives, partnering with Assiut University, Korea-Tech University, and local technical schools. ✔Secured ISO TS 16949 certification and successfully transitioned to IATF standard, receiving top audit feedback from TUV.

Led productivity and continuous improvement initiatives for Cairo & Assiut plants, driving efficiency, cost reduction, and waste elimination. Responsibilities & Highlights ✔ Deployed LEONI Productivity System (LPS plus) across multiple sites. ✔ Implemented Lean Manufacturing methodologies, including 5S, 8 Muda, KATA, Value Stream Mapping, and Makigami. ✔ Standardized operational processes and monitored KPIs for efficiency and cost performance. Major Achievements: ✔Achieved €5M+ total savings within one year through process improvements. ✔Realized €250K budget savings, recognized as a benchmark within the company. ✔Successfully instilled a culture of continuous improvement and ownership across Cairo and Assiut sites.

Led the end-to-end development of a new manufacturing plant in Assiut, from construction to production start-up, ensuring operational readiness and cost efficiency. Responsibilities & Highlights: ✔ Managed the full project lifecycle, from conception through commissioning. ✔ Coordinated cross-functional teams: HR, Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Production. ✔ Oversaw CAPEX budgets and cost control, ensuring financial targets were met. ✔ Implemented processes and operational systems for production and quality prior to start-up. Major Achievements : ✔Delivered the Assiut plant successfully and on schedule, ready for full production. ✔Maintained strict cost control, adhering to project budget. ✔Set up efficient operational foundations, supporting high-quality production from day one.

Led engineering and process development operations, driving innovation, efficiency, and cost savings across production. Responsibilities & Highlights : ✔ Managed full project lifecycle: conception to completion. ✔ Directed process design, innovation, and development initiatives. ✔ Oversaw CAPEX budgets and cost optimization strategies. ✔ Led a high-performing multidisciplinary team: engineers, technicians, and prototype builders. ✔ Acted as customer-facing technical and project interface, ensuring satisfaction and timely issue resolution. Major Achievements : ✔Successfully relocated engineering activities from UK to Egypt, streamlining operations. ✔Contributed to updating the Project Management Manual, standardizing practices. ✔Delivered €5.5M in savings through process improvements. ✔Resolved customer complaints with proactive process improvements, recognized internationally by clients in UK, CZ, and Italy.

Managed new product introductions and engineering modifications while optimizing production operations. Responsibilities & Highlights : ✔ Oversaw introduction of new projects and products, ensuring smooth integration. ✔ Managed customer-driven product modifications and engineering change processes. ✔ Ordered and implemented new facilities and production equipment. ✔ Monitored production capacity to optimize utilization and efficiency. ✔ Led continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production line layouts. Major Achievements : ✔Successfully launched multiple new products, meeting schedule and quality targets. ✔Efficiently handled engineering changes, minimizing production downtime. ✔Redesigned production layouts to improve efficiency, throughput, and reduce waste.

 Prepares timing plans for all needed activities for introduction of new products, product design changes.  Maintining & trouble shooting for running projects / products.  Maintain smoth running of production line without any technical issue.  Create and maintain PFMEA & process flow chart.

 Daily technical support for production area.  Introduce & train a clear work instruction & Visual aids for every process.

Freelancer lecturer in feasibility study to ITTU “Integrated Technology Transfer Unit” team in Assiut university

Freelancer lecturer to Engineering students in Engineering College in "Career coaching, basics of business administration Assiut university 2017 -2018

Sharing in different seminars and conferences for developing :  Labor market in both blue & white collar.  Update Engineering College curriculum.

 Start Up production with different m/cs.  Responsible for production effiency & schedule adherence.  On job day to day training for production operators  Customer Technical support & training to sales team.

Project Management Diploma

Human Resource Diploma

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Studying Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering