Matthias Kaufmann
CEO @Erne Fittings GmbH
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WORK HISTORY
CEO @Erne Fittings GmbH
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Erne Fittings utilises their passion and perfectionism to make safe pipe fittings for permanent welds for use in the construction of power stations, refineries, oil and gas plants, and in many other demanding applications. This has made the company the world‘s leading supplier of butt-weld fittings for the approved market.Thanks to high technological expertise in forming, heat treatment and weld-end preparation, Erne Fittings produces elbows, tees and reducers from ½”(21,3 mm) up to 42”(1.067 mm) external diameter and wall-thicknesses up to 70 mm made of carbon, alloy, stainless steels and special materials.As CEO I am responsible for sales, production and SCM.
EDUCATION
Alpen Adria Universität Klagenfurt
Master of Advanced Studies, Business Manager MAS
FH Vorarlberg / University of Applied Sciences Vorarberg
Dipl Ing (FH), Fertigungsautomatisierung / Mechatronik
SKILLS
ABOUT MATTHIAS KAUFMANN
About MeWith over 20 years of industry experience, I am proud to lead Erne Fittings, a global leader in the production of high-quality buttweld fittings for the oil and gas, energy, and nuclear sectors.My JourneyI began my career in the sales of capital goods, where I gained valuable experience in customer relations and international business. I now leverage this knowledge to drive production and strategic direction at Erne Fittings. My strengths lie in restructuring and efficiently executing projects, which have been crucial in stabilizing and advancing the company.Achievements and MissionUnder my leadership, Erne Fittings has achieved a turnaround and significantly improved productivity in production. My focus is on optimizing existing structures, improving processes, increasing automation, and implementing sustainable solutions to future-proof our company.Personal InsightsOutside of work, I run a food blog and love to cook and bake bread. I also enjoy woodworking and engaging in sports activities like trail running, mountain biking, and hiking. These hobbies help me maintain balance and inspiration in both my professional and personal life.Values and BeliefsI see myself as an enabler for the team, ensuring that each member can fully leverage their skills. I firmly believe in the power of practical implementation and efficiency. My leadership philosophy is based on transparency, integrity, and a strong commitment to quality and sustainability.As Clarence Francis, Chairman of the Board at General Foods in 1954, wisely said:\"You can buy a man’s time. You can buy a man’s physical presence at a given place. You can even buy a measured number of skilled muscular motions per hour or day. But…you cannot buy enthusiasm. You cannot buy initiative. You cannot buy loyalty. You cannot buy the devotion of hearts, minds, and souls. You have to earn these things.\"I look forward to continuing to tackle exciting challenges and leading Erne Fittings into a successful future alongside my team and our partners.
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