Barry Smits

Barry Smits is an experienced professional specializing in quality assurance, process management, and compliance within the engineering and construction sectors. Currently serving as the Corporate Process, Compliance & Sustainability Manager at Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV, Barry leads initiatives for ISO certifications and CSRD implementation. Previous roles include Manager of QHSE at Aalberts Advanced Mechatronics and Senior Manager of Quality Assurance at Hitachi, where Barry was also a member of the Global QA Committee. With origins in quality engineering at companies like Mitsubishi Turbocharger and Engine Europe B.V. and Buvo Castings B.V., Barry boasts a comprehensive background in QHSE management and process quality, supported by degrees in Mechanical Engineering from ROC Ter AA Helmond and Dr. Hub van Doorneschool.