Stefan Brand
About Stefan Brand
Stefan Brand serves as the Manager of Product Engineering for Global Machining Technology - Turning and Manager of the T&D Center in Fürth at Kennametal, where he has worked since 2017. He has a background in technical support, training, and engineering, with certifications in process optimization.
Work at Kennametal
Stefan Brand has been employed at Kennametal since 2008, holding various positions over the years. He currently serves as the Manager of Product Engineering for Global Machining Technology - Turning and as the Manager of the T&D Center in Fürth. His role includes managing the test and demonstration center, overseeing its operations, and coordinating laboratory and field tests for development projects. He also provides technical customer support both in-house and at customer sites. Prior to his current managerial roles, he worked as a Staff Engineer in Product Engineering and as a Supervisor at the T&D Center Fürth.
Education and Expertise
Stefan Brand's educational background includes vocational training as a machine fitter, which he completed from 1982 to 1986. He also pursued further education in Technical Business Administration, receiving training from 2004 to 2006. Additionally, he holds a Qualified Certificate in metalworking. He is certified in Value Stream Mapping (VSM) with a Green Belt, emphasizing his expertise in process optimization and waste reduction.
Background
Stefan Brand has a diverse professional background that spans several years in the machining and engineering sectors. Before joining Kennametal, he worked at bfw–Unternehmen für Bildung, where he focused on training for Technical Business Administration. His extensive experience in the industry includes roles that have developed his skills in product engineering, technical support, and training.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Stefan Brand has contributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing technical training for customers and employees. He conducts technical trainings that improve understanding and skills in machining technology. His role in managing the T&D Center Fürth has been pivotal in executing laboratory and field tests that align with both national and international development projects.