Gerald Schuren
About Gerald Schuren
Gerald Schuren serves as the Senior Faurecia Excellent System Specialist for North Europe and South Africa, with over 15 years of experience in lean and six sigma methodologies. He has held various roles in the automotive industry, primarily at Faurecia and Meritor, since the late 1990s.
Current Role at Faurecia
Gerald Schuren serves as a Senior Faurecia Excellent System Specialist for North Europe and South Africa. He has held this position since 2011, working in Nanterre, Île-de-France, France. In addition to this role, he is also a Lean and Six Sigma Master Black Belt, a position he has maintained since 2009. His expertise in continuous improvement and operational excellence is integral to Faurecia's initiatives in these regions.
Previous Experience at Meritor
Gerald Schuren has extensive experience at Meritor, where he worked in various roles from 1996 to 2005. His positions included Team Coordinator, Product Technician, Process Engineer, Continuous Improvement Officer, and Production Supervisor. This diverse background provided him with a solid foundation in operational processes and team management, contributing to his later success at Faurecia.
Lean and Six Sigma Expertise
Gerald Schuren has a strong background in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. He worked as a Lean and Six Sigma Black Belt at Faurecia from 2008 to 2009 and has since advanced to the Master Black Belt level. His focus on process improvement and efficiency has been a key aspect of his roles, particularly in his current position where he drives continuous improvement initiatives.
Educational Background
Gerald Schuren studied at Hogeschool, where he achieved a bachelor's degree from 2004 to 2008. This educational background laid the groundwork for his career in engineering and operational management, equipping him with the necessary skills to excel in his professional roles.