Klaus Schickert

Klaus Schickert is an accomplished production leader with more than a decade of experience turning complex engineering designs into dependable, market-ready laser welding systems for industrial clients worldwide. Since joining Sigma Laser GmbH in Hanau-Steinheim, Germany, he has overseen the full production lifecycle of the company’s fiber laser welding machines, pulsed lamp-pumped systems, and special-purpose modular platforms—ensuring that each unit reflects Sigma Laser’s core values of innovation, precision, and reliability.

His career is defined by a rare ability to bridge mechanical engineering expertise with modern manufacturing management. From the moment raw materials and components arrive on the shop floor to the final Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT), Klaus applies a structured, lean manufacturing approach to guarantee efficiency, safety, and uncompromising quality. Under his leadership, Sigma Laser’s production lines have evolved into flexible, mixed-model assembly cells capable of building both standard systems and highly customized machines without delays or quality trade-offs.

Klaus’s work is deeply intertwined with the company’s Research & Development team. By integrating Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles early in product development, he ensures that each new laser welding platform is not only technologically advanced but also optimized for efficient, repeatable production. His proactive use of PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and Control Plans minimizes risk, shortens lead times, and ensures that even the most intricate precision welding solutions are delivered on schedule.

Equally skilled in technical integration, Klaus oversees the installation and calibration of Sigomatic and Sigomatic Pro software during the build process, validating four-axis motion control, automated teach-in functions, and G-code execution. For customers working with sensitive materials such as titanium, aluminum, or thin stainless steel, he coordinates pre-shipment welding trials using Sigma Laser’s Super Pulse Technology (SPT)—achieving crack-resistant, high-quality welds that meet stringent industry requirements in sectors like aerospace, medical technology, and automotive manufacturing.

Beyond the assembly floor, Klaus plays a pivotal role in supplier development, working closely with global and regional partners to secure high-quality frames, optics, motion components, and certified Class 4 laser safety systems. His adherence to ISO 9001:2015 quality standards, EN/IEC 60825-1 laser safety regulations, and EU Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC) compliance ensures that every machine is delivered not only on time, but also fully certified for industrial deployment.

Recognized for his data-driven management style, Klaus tracks Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), first-pass yield, and on-time delivery metrics in real time, using these insights to drive continuous improvement. His leadership has consistently delivered measurable results—reducing production cycle times, improving throughput, and achieving record levels of customer satisfaction.

Today, Klaus continues to lead Sigma Laser’s production operations with the same commitment that defines the company’s global reputation: building laser welding systems that combine German engineering excellence with uncompromising industrial performance. His guiding principle is simple yet powerful: quality is not something you check at the end—it’s something you build in at every stage.