Profile & recommendations Niels-Jacob Brinkvang

Profile & recommendations Niels-Jacob Brinkvang

Profile&work experience

About me Niels-Jacob Brinkvang

I am a technically grounded & business-driven consultant & former technical & maintenance manager with more than 25 years of experience from the production, medical, food & process industries.

My profile combines operations & strategy with a strong focus on building practical & implementable processes by meeting compliance, optimizing & streamlining while developing the organization with the involvement of employees.

I am passionate about working with people to create lasting improvements in companies through structure, systematics, data-driven decisions & good leadership with the involvement of relevant employees / stakeholders.

LinkedIn profile: Niels-Jacob BRINKVANG

LinkedIn profile: BRINKVANG ApS – Self-employed Senior Technical Consultant

Profile sheet, personal values ​​and professional experience Niels-Jacob BRINKVANG ApS, can be read below&upon request, net or gross profile sheet can be sent in Danish or English 😀

Profile data sheet

Professional experience

2023 – Independent Senior Technical Consultant, BRINKVANG ApS

2022 – 2023 Maintenance Manager, Fertin Pharma A/S
2021 – 2022 Technical Manager for PTA & Maintenance, Berry Superfos Stilling A/S
2019 – 2021 Maintenance Excellence Manager, Arla Foods A/S
2018 – 2019 Production Technology & Maintenance Manager, Danfoss A/S
2015 – 2018 Technical Manager, Gram Commercial A/S
2014 – 2015 Production Manager, Danfoss A/S
2008 – 2014 Maintenance Manager, Hydro Aluminium Tønder A/S
2006 – 2008 PTA & Maintenance Manager, Lindab Ventilation A/S
2001 – 2006 Process Manager & Project Manager, Hydro Aluminium Structures A/S
1990 – 1996 Machinist Apprentice & Journeyman, AAM International A/S

2019 – 2019 Strategy & business development
2018 – 2019 Leading others & Leading leaders
2019 – 2019 LEAN management in practice
2011 – 2011 Coaching as a management tool
2009 – 2011 Academy management training in management
2008 – 2008 Economics for non-economists
2007 – 2008 Basic management training & Management in practice
2006 – 2006 Lean – Value Steam Mapping
2005 – 2005 Project manager & project management
2004 – 2004 Machine safety, risk assessment & CE marking
1997 – 2001 Machinist – Bachelor of Technology Management
1990 – 1997 Machinist training – AAM International / Anker Andersen Maskinfabrik
1989 – 1990 Conscript & military police at Skrydstrup Air Base

1986 – 1989 Mathematics student – ​​Rosborg County High School

  • Business Consulting
  • Project management – Models & tools
  • Strategy, tactical, operations & practical
  • Manufacturing operations management
  • Operations, Engineering & Maintenance
  • Facility management & Energy systems
  • Change management & Continous improvements
  • Supply chain mangement & logistics
  • Machine Safety & Technical HSE
  • Budgetting, Cost Down & Savings
  • HSE (Health, Safety & Environment
  • Quality – 8D reports & FMEA
  • KPI & Indicators
  • TPM & LEAN management
  • CMMS & erp systems other digital platforms
  • ISO Standards etc.
  • Microsoft office etc.

Strategic&practical leadership:

  • I combine strategic thinking with practical implementation, ensuring effective optimization & change in organizations.

Holistic & commercially aware:

  • I have a strong holistic understanding & commercial insight that drives me in my work to improve processes & create value in the organization.

Clear & involving leadership style:

  • I exercise leadership that is both theoretically based & practically oriented, where I involve all levels & set high standards to achieve shared success.

Critical thinking with empathy:

  • I ask the necessary questions & challenge existing processes, while being empathetic & easy to work with along with.

Personal commitment & responsibility:

  • I am committed, courageous & always ready to take responsibility, while working purposefully & standing by the decisions I make.

Extensive experience:

  • My broad experience from different companies & industries gives me a deep understanding & the ability to adapt & create results in different environments.

People-centered leadership:

  • I prioritize people first & foremost, focusing on highlighting their potential & creating a team that takes responsibility & ownership. I actively work with culture, mindset & behavior to improve the organization through fact-based changes & follow-up.

Appreciative & robust leadership style:

  • I take on the leadership role with an appreciative approach & am driven by creating a performance culture where I communicate the strategy & make big decisions. I see adversity as challenges to be solved, rather than obstacles.

Strategic & hands-on approach:

  • I am motivated by being professionally challenged & work to lift the organization from its current level to a higher one. I span both strategy, tactical & operational practice & work purposefully based on KPIs with ongoing follow-up.

Pragmatic & technical competence:

  • I bring a pragmatic approach to management & use my technical & professional competence to optimize the value chain. I see things in a larger perspective & work to create flow & development that makes us attractive to customers.

Results-oriented & committed:

  • I always strive to deliver results within the agreed framework & do not work half-heartedly. My great drive & commitment enable me to deliver, even in changing work environments with diverse tasks.

Continuous improvement & optimization:

  • I am constantly aware of new opportunities to improve & optimize the business, both in business processes & production methods. My practical experience connects theory & practice, which I have achieved through many years of work with production, planning, processes & projects.
  • Results-oriented with a focus on participation & interdisciplinary collaboration
  • I like to take on the leadership role with involvement & delegation to employees
  • Works analytically, structured & systematically with tasks & changes
  • I like to take the lead, show the way, get people on board, take on responsibility & live up to it
  • A proactive & strong negotiator with integrity & trusting behavior
  • Is enterprising, innovative & always looking for process optimizations
  • Visible leader who is welcoming, empathetic with a committed & motivating behavior
  • I am persistent & have the willpower to succeed & exceed expectations
  • Is open, trusting & appreciative with a focus on participation
  • Works at all levels in the organization & can perform in both production & management
  • Always acts loyally, is socially inclined & decent but is able to cut through

BREAKING NEWS – New times, new opportunities, as I have started as an independent “Technical Consultant” in my own company BRINKVANG ApS as of June 1, 2023 😀

Why do I want it now?

Because I know there is a need in the industry & based on my many years of experience as a technical & maintenance manager in various companies & industries, I know which parameters we need to be in control of.

What can I offer?

I come with a craftsman background as well as 20-25 years of technical experience & managerial skills that mean I know what needs to be done to eliminate unplanned downtime.

How do I do it?

The toolbox is filled with tools & solutions that can create a reliable & stable operation with low technical downtime through an analytical, structured, systematic & involving approach.

Do you have challenges with the uptime of your machines & equipment?

Many downtimes?

High technical downtime?

Help is at hand & check out my LinkedIn profile or BRINKVANG ApS or www.BRINKVANG.com 😀

I hope this has piqued your interest & look forward to discussing a possible collaboration with you, where an agreement can be made with BRINKVANG ApS either as a consultant, project employment or an interim contract.

Contact BRINKVANG ApS by email: brinkvang@brinkvang.com or mobile: +45 30 43 96 18 😀

CV & personal data:

A detailed CV gross can be sent upon request.

References & statements:

Statements & references can be sent by agreement.

01.08.23 – Unfinished – Freelance – Maintenance Management Support – DIS CREADIS

September 2024 – Starting up Obsolescence Management

March 2024 – Unfinished Technical Service Contract

November 2023 – March 2024 Asset Management Specialist

01.11.23 – Unfinished Contract – Instructor & course development – ​​DDV = The Danish Maintenance Association

01.11.23 – 31.01.24  Contract – Production process & maintenance support – House of Denmark

01.07.23 – 31.10.23 Interim – Technical consultant – Sparring & consulting at Airlaid A/S

01.06.23 – 30.09.23 Interim – Technical consultant – House of Denmark A/S

01.06.23 – Unfinished Freelance, Interim & contract assignments at various consulting agencies

01.06.23 – Unfinished Starting up your own business BRINKVANG ApS independent technical consultant

Do you have challenges with the uptime of your machines & equipment? Stop downtime! Technical downtime is critical for every company! Eliminate known error types & periodic errors! Help is at hand!

I can help your company tackle & solve the tasks that are not prioritized & solved due to lack of resources & time in a stressful & busy everyday life.

I offer a wide range of technical support services & solutions that can relieve your company.

My tasks can be tailored to the company’s & your individual needs, of which I am flexible in my approach, by adapting & delivering the best possible service.

By outsourcing your tasks to me, you can achieve greater flexibility & create more time & resources to focus on your core business.

If you are curious about what I, BRINKVANG ApS independent senior technical consultant, can offer, then check out my LinkedIn profile or BRINKVANG ApS on LinkedIn or www.BRINKVANG ApS.com.

I hope the above has piqued your interest & look forward to discussing a possible. collaboration with you.

Please contact me for an informal chat & I look forward to hearing from you & discussing how I can contribute to your success through a successful collaboration.

24.01.23 – 31.05.23 New job opportunities ”BRINKVANG ApS – Independent technical consultant”

I have started considering my next job, where I offer optimization at a strategic & operational very high professional & managerial level.

I do this through clear tactical, practical & theoretical leadership where I involve & set high demands, both upwards, outwards, downwards & inwards because in this way we create value together.

Personally, I am a fighter, open, honest & go to the forefront. Stands for goals & takes responsibility & lives up to it.

My CV is extensive & I come with a managerial technical professional background & have experience from several industries & companies.

I am open to permanent employment or shorter consultancy or project employment through my one-man consultancy company BRINKVANG ApS.

Please contact me for an informal chat & I look forward to hearing from you & discussing how I can contribute to your success.

01.05.22 – 31.05.23 Senior Manager Maintenance, Fertin Pharma A/S, Vejle

Fertin Pharma A/S is a B2B manufacturer of pharmaceutical & nutraceutical products based on oral and intra-oral delivery systems, including medicinal chewing gum. Fertin Pharma is owned by Philip Morris International & better known for producing Marlboro cigarettes. In 2023 there were 800-900 employees.

Direct management of 4 managers as well as MRO technical purchasing team & SAP / calibration team with indirect management of 50 plus technicians distributed over 4-5 shifts with maintenance of machines at 3 factories & packaging including building, supply & outdoor areas.

01.06.21 – 31.04.22 Technical Manager for PTA & Maintenance, Berry Superfos, Position

Designs, develops & produces reusable & innovative packaging materials within injection molding and thermoforming for the food industry, including butter cups for Arla Foods. In 2022 there were 200-300 employees.

Direct management of team leader & 18 maintenance technicians & 4 PTA technicians on 5 shifts with maintenance of machinery including building, supply & outdoor areas.

01.08.19 – 31.05.21 Maintenance Excellence Manager, Arla Foods amba, Denmark

Production of everything from milk, butter & cheese to yogurt, ice cream, sauces & soups. In 2021 approximately 7,500 employees.

Internal consultant role in Maintenance & Reliability team as part of Production Optimization department, working together with business partners & dairies in Denmark.

01.03.18 – 31.07.19 Production Technology & Maintenance Manager, Danfoss A/S, High Pressure Pumps, No

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Do you have any questions? Contact me & let’s have a non-binding chat

If you don’t find enough information about your desired task here on the website, you are always more than welcome to contact me for a non-binding chat & possibly a quote for the task.

Call me on +45 30 43 96 18 or send an email to brinkvang@brinkvang.com.

I will answer your inquiry as soon as possible.

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