Jan Peter Arp Senior Advisor & Consultant for Operations​

With more than 30 years of experience in the automotive supply industry and related sectors with series production.
I support you in the realignment of production networks, post-merger integrations, and critical special projects – internationally, pragmatically, and with a hands-on approach.

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Some of My Career Milestones:

Leader of worldwide multisite Operations 

Operation Excellence and Productionsytem

New Product and Plant Launch

Post Merger Integration / M&A

My Mission

I help companies successfully master complex challenges in operations and manufacturing.
Whether it’s improving efficiency, crisis management, or M&A projects – I take responsibility when speed matters and precise results are required.

Efficiency.

I create structures that optimize resources and deliver sustainable results.

Trust.

My clients can rely on transparent communication and consistent execution.

Foresight.

I look beyond the project itself and align companies for long-term success.

My Services

Strategic Realignment of Production Networks

Footprint analyses, site selection, and efficiency improvements.

Post-Merger-Integration & M&A

Operational due diligence, carve-outs, PMI, and cost optimization programs.

Crisis & Ramp-Up Management

Stabilizing plants, safeguarding customer relationships, and managing sensitive situations.

Interim Coverage of Vacancies

Taking on senior roles in operations, logistics, and quality management.

Executive Coaching

Sparring partner for C-level executives and operations leaders, fostering teams and talent development.

Implementation of Production & Efficiency Systems

Building customized production systems, KPI-driven process optimization, and applying Lean and Six Sigma methods for sustainable performance improvement.

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Where I Can Help

  • Absence or departure of a key person (“urgent need”)
  • Projects under high time and performance pressure
  • International collaboration and facilitation across cultures
  • Special projects commissioned by the Board, COO, or Supervisory Board
  • Establishment of new sites or production systems

My Approach

  • Always on Gemba – close to the shop floor, close to the action
  • Hands-on, pragmatic, and results-driven
  • Transparent, KPI-based, and structured
  • Closely aligned with clients while coaching and empowering teams

Your success is my personal benchmark.

“Working alongside Peter during a high-pressure, technically demanding project was a standout experience in my career. He led his team through intense customer scrutiny with great professionalism, resilience, and clarity, delivering an exceptional turnaround on time under very challenging conditions. His leadership and engineering insight made him a central figure and highly effective partner.”

Miguel Vidal. President. ITR Solutions

What Clients Say About Me

  • Proven and reliable: Responsibility for more than 100 production plants worldwide.
  • Industry expertise: In-depth know-how in plastics and metal processing (injection molding, foaming, bonding, welding, painting, stamping, assembly, and more).
  • Experienced: Track record in corporations, family-owned businesses, and private equity environments.
  • Leadership and teamwork: A combination of technical excellence and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Global perspective: Leadership roles in Europe, Asia, and North America.

About Jan Peter Arp

I am Jan Peter Arp, 61 years old, a family man, sailor, and passionate Advisor / Consultant.

What drives me: creating added value for my clients and delivering tangible results – together with executives and teams.

Values: Family, loyalty, reliability.
Availability: International, with a focus on the EU.
Languages: German, English, French, Spanish (basic knowledge).

Jan Peter Arp

Always on Gemba

Close to the shop floor, close to the action.

Hands-on

Realistic, pragmatic, and results-driven.

Transparent

Outcome-focused, KPI-based, and structured.

Aligned

Working closely with clients while coaching and empowering teams.

Let’s talk about your challenges in a non-binding initial consultation

Are you looking for an advisor or operations consultant with international experience who can take responsibility right away?

Then let’s talk.

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