Tayfun ESEN
Plant Manager
Istanbul
Summary
COO, Plant Manager, Factory Manager, Assistant Plant Manager, Production Manager, Planning Manager, Mechanical Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Supply Chain Management, Technical Support, Digitalization, Lean Six Sigma, Green Belt, Cement, Risk, Finance, International, English, SAP, Oracle Cloud Key User, Risk Analysis, Weekly and monthly Productivity Reports, Budgeting, Investment, Innovation, R&D.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
5
5
Certificates
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Plant Manager
Kont Aluminum
8 2023 - 3 2024
- Kont Aluminum is a company that produces Monoblock Aluminum Aerosol Cans
- Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
- Joined the company as a partner of new company to be established for the Aluminum Tube Production investment that the company intended to make
- However, since the new investment decision was canceled after one of company's shareholders had left company than I decided to leave Kont Aluminum, as did not feel comfortable any longer.
Plant Manager
Perfektüp AŞ.
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Responsible for aluminum tube, laminated tube, production planning, Occupational health and Safety team, mechanical maintenance, electrical maintenance, general maintenance and workshop teams, with total of 12 white and 260 blue collar workers
- In addition, providing technical support and sharing know-how through visits to Bulgarian and Italian factories at certain periods
- Continued to provide technical support to Bulgarian factory with monthly visits
- Effective in increasing production than turned Bulgarian factory, which was even considered to be closed, into profitable factory with effective planning.
- Optimized processes to maximize efficiency.
- Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
Aluminum Tube, Production & Production Planning Manager (Deputy Plant Manager)
Perfektüp AŞ.
08.2013 - 06.2022
- Responsible for a team consisting of 10 white collar and 160 blue collar workers
- Even Though the Factory Reached Maximum Production Capacity, Production was still Increased by 15% by Establishing a New Planning System and Perspective
- Completed 3 Six Sigma Project successfully and managed 3 green belt project as their champion.
- Improved inventory management practices, resulting in reduced waste and optimized stock levels.
- Reduced lead times for product deliveries through effective scheduling and resource allocation adjustments.
Aluminum Tube Production and Development Responsible
Perfektüp AŞ.
04.2011 - 08.2013
- Responsible for Daily production and developments.
- Managed supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and ensuring on-time delivery of raw materials for production needs.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by participating in Lean Manufacturing projects and process improvements.
Bulgaria Facility Startup Manager & Consultant
Bulgaria Aluminum Tube Production Facility, Perfektup BG OOD.
05.2012 - 05.2013
- Establishment of Bulgaria Aluminum Tube Factory
- Establishing all production, purchasing, maintenance, quality, shipping and administrative activities from A to Z with multi-national white and blue collar teams within a period of 1 year and delivering them in a self-sufficient manner
- Providing technical support and sharing know-how through visits to Bulgaria Plant at certain periods.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Aluminum Tube Production Engineer
Perfektüp AŞ.
04.2009 - 04.2011
- Responsible for Lean Six Sigma, daily Production activities.
- Managed production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of products while maintaining high quality standards.
- Performed root cause analysis and implemented corrective actions.
- Created engineering documentation for manufacturing processes, equipment specifications and change notices.
Production Manager
GREIF Flexible Packaging
09.2005 - 04.2009
- Responsible of Whole Production including Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Purchasing etc
- And over 100 blue collar.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Reduced waste and material costs by optimizing resource allocation and inventory management.
Site Responsible Engineer
Ceta Makina Sanayi Tic. A.S.
09.1997 - 05.1999
- Responsible for 50+ blue collar and 3 technicians
- In this job, which started at very beginning of career, gained experience in many engineering-related jobs such as Machinery Manufacturing, Maintenance, Machinery Assembly and Operation in same period.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
Education
Master of Science - International Banking & Finance
The University of Salford
Manchester / UK 09.2002 - 07.2003
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Istanbul University
İstanbul / TR 09.1997 - 07.1998
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Trakya University
Edirne / TR 09.1993 - 01.1998
High School Diploma -
Buyukcekmece High School
İstanbul / TR 09.1988 - 07.1992
Skills
Uretsat, SAP, Oracle Cloud, Local Area Network, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, AutoCAD, MS Windows, MS Office Programs, Fax, Photocopy, Central Printing, PC Scanner
Timeline
Plant Manager
Perfektüp AŞ.
06.2022 - 08.2023
Aluminum Tube, Production & Production Planning Manager (Deputy Plant Manager)
Perfektüp AŞ.
08.2013 - 06.2022
Bulgaria Facility Startup Manager & Consultant
Bulgaria Aluminum Tube Production Facility, Perfektup BG OOD.
05.2012 - 05.2013
Aluminum Tube Production and Development Responsible
Perfektüp AŞ.
04.2011 - 08.2013
Aluminum Tube Production Engineer
Perfektüp AŞ.
04.2009 - 04.2011
Production Manager
GREIF Flexible Packaging
09.2005 - 04.2009
Master of Science - International Banking & Finance
The University of Salford
09.2002 - 07.2003
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Istanbul University
09.1997 - 07.1998
Site Responsible Engineer
Ceta Makina Sanayi Tic. A.S.
09.1997 - 05.1999
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Trakya University
09.1993 - 01.1998
High School Diploma -
Buyukcekmece High School
09.1988 - 07.1992
Plant Manager
Kont Aluminum
8 2023 - 3 2024
Work Availability
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Educationinfo
- The University of Salford, Master, 2004
- İstanbul University, Master, 1999
- Trakya University, Bachelor, 1998
- Buyukcekmece Lisesi High School, Matematik, 1992
Achievementsandawards
- In 2002-2003, academic-year I studied MSc degree in International Banking & Finance at University of Salford in the United Kingdom. My dissertation “Company Valuation in Mergers & Acquisitions - a study of Hewlett-Packard/Compaq” was awarded with distinction degree by the University
- I have completed 3 Six Sigma Green Belt Project Succesfully.
- In 2016, I won the second prize in an Inovation Competetion called ‘’Icat Çıkar’’ organised by TEB ( Turk Ekonomi Bankası ).
Seminars And Courses
- Team Synergy - SINERJI EĞITIM | 2016
- Health and Safety - Perfektüp AŞ | 2018
- Productivity and Cost Reduction - MESS | 2015
- Intergenerational Communications - DBE | 2017
- Lean Production Philosophy & Implementation Workshops - SPAC | 2016
- Design Thinking - MESS | 2018
Associationandclubmemberships
- Istanbul University - Alumni Association
- University of Salford - Alumni Association
- Trakya University - Alumni Association
Age
48
Personal Information
- Nationality: Turkish
- Driving License: Class B
Srcdocument
SRC1 – (2025), SRC2 – 2025)
Sociallinks
https://www.instagram.com/tayfunesen/,
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayfun-esen-msc-mba-b-eng-26624856/
Publications
Company Valuation in Mergers & Acquisitions - a study of Hewlett-Packard/Compaq
References
- Yaşar YALIN, Perfektup AŞ, 905325985377, yasar.yalin@perfektup.com, Professional Reference
- Belkis ÖRS, Perfektüp AŞ, 905307742463, belkis.ors@perfektup.com, Professional Reference
- Gürkan SOLMAZ, Bell Holding, 905532537171, Professional Reference
Achievements & Awards
- In 2002-2003, academic-year I studied MSc degree in International Banking & Finance at University of Salford in the United Kingdom. My dissertation “Company Valuation in Mergers & Acquisitions - a study of Hewlett-Packard/Compaq” was awarded with distinction degree by the University
- 3 Six Sigma Green Belt Project successfully completed succesfully.
- In 2016, he was awarded the 2nd place by Turkey's leading business world executives in the Innovation Competition called "Invent" organized by TEB (Turkish Economy Bank).
Seminars & Certifications
- ISO 14001 & ISO 18001, Internal Auditor Training - TEMİS | 2015
- ISO 9001:2015 Training - BSI | 2016
- ISO 9001:2015 Implementation Training - BSI | 2016
- Lean Six Sigma, Green Belt - SPAC | 2010
- Lean Production Philosophy & Implementation Workshops - SPAC | 2016
- Packaging, Hygiene and Good Production Implementations - ASD | 2013
- Team Synergy - SINERJI EĞITIM | 2016
- Health and Safety - PERFEKTUP AS | 2018
- Productivity and Cost Reduction - MESS | 2015
- Intergenerational Communications - DBE | 2017
- Design Thinking - MESS | 2018
- PI-Cylinder Camera Control - MUHLBAUER | 2015
Publications
Company Valuation in Mergers & Acquisitions - a study of Hewlett-Packard/Compaq
Associations
- Istanbul University - Alumni Association
- University of Salford - Alumni Association
- Trakya University - Alumni Association
Personal Information
- Age : 48
- Nationality: Turkish
- Driving License: Class B
- SRC Documents : SRC1 – (2025), SRC2 – 2025)
References
- Yaşar YALIN, Perfektup AŞ, 905325985377, yasar.yalin@perfektup.com, Professional Reference
- Belkis ÖRS, QA Director, Perfektüp AŞ, 905307742463, belkis.ors@perfektup.com, Professional Reference
- Gürkan SOLMAZ, COO, Bell Holding, 905532537171, Professional Reference