Amir David
About Amir David
Amir David serves as the Plant Manager and Global Sites Program Manager at Kennametal, where he has worked since 2020. With extensive experience in various managerial roles at Kennametal and a strong educational background in engineering and management, he leads initiatives to modernize plant operations and optimize resource utilization.
Work at Kennametal
Amir David has held multiple positions at Kennametal over a span of 16 years. He began his career at Kennametal as an Operator in the Quality Control and R&D Departments from 1984 to 1992. He then progressed to the role of Manager of R&D and Technical Manager from 1992 to 2000. Following this, he served as Production Manager from 2001 to 2008 and later as Production Excellence Manager from 2009 to 2015. Amir was appointed Plant Manager in 2015, a position he held until 2020. Since 2020, he has been working as Plant Manager & Global Sites Program Manager in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Education and Expertise
Amir David has a diverse educational background. He studied Mechanical Engineering at Amal Technical School in Naharia, achieving certification as a mechanical technician from 1975 to 1979. He furthered his education at the University of Haifa, where he studied Total Quality Management and General Quality Control from 2002 to 2003. Amir also holds a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and Human Resources from Bar-Ilan University, which he completed from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, he studied Business Administration and Management at the University of Haifa in 1988.
Background
Amir David's career spans several decades in the manufacturing and engineering sectors. He has extensive experience in various managerial roles, particularly in production and research and development. His work at Kennametal has included significant contributions to plant management and operational excellence. Amir's background in mechanical engineering and business administration supports his leadership in optimizing manufacturing processes and resource allocation.
Achievements
Amir David has led a plant modernization program that focuses on integrating manufacturing equipment with SAP, MII, and other IT solutions. He effectively utilizes Integrated Master Schedules to manage project timelines and critical paths. His leadership has been instrumental in developing and mentoring managers at Kennametal Vietnam, contributing to the country's emergence as a key manufacturing hub in Asia. Amir's ability to optimize resource allocation has been a significant factor in achieving project objectives on time.