Ralf Pauli - Quality Management Specialist

Q: Where is Ralf based?

Ralf is based in Leverkusen, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Ralf speak?

Ralf speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary), French (Elementary), Italian (Elementary), Dutch (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Ralf have?

Ralf has at least 48 years of experience. During this time, Ralf has worked in at least 17 different roles and for 21 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 2 months . Note that Ralf may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Ralf's latest experience?

Ralf's most recent position is Quality Management at BorgWarner Akasol GmbH .

Q: What companies has Ralf worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Ralf has worked for BorgWarner Akasol GmbH , EBM - Pabst Luft- und Antriebstechnik , and Weinor GmbH & Co. KG .

Q: Which industries is Ralf most experienced in?

Ralf is most experienced in industries like Automotive , Manufacturing , and Professional Services . Ralf also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense , Government and Administration , and Construction .

Q: Which business areas is Ralf most experienced in?

Ralf is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance , Production , and Operations . Ralf also has some experience in Product Development and Project Management .

Q: Which industries has Ralf worked in recently?

Ralf has recently worked in industries like Professional Services , Manufacturing , and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas has Ralf worked in recently?

Ralf has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance and Product Development .

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Leverkusen, Germany

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Experience

Jul 2024 - Present

2 years 1 month

Darmstadt, Germany

Quality Management

BorgWarner Akasol GmbH

Quality management
Complaint management for battery systems
PPAP preparation
Audit support
Handling customer complaints
Creating 8D reports for Daimler, Volvo

Jan 2022 - Jun 2024

2 years 6 months

Mulfingen, Germany

Inspection planning with a focus on electrical engineering

EBM - Pabst Luft- und Antriebstechnik

3.1 certificate creation
Audit support
Key performance indicators (KPIs)
Creation and translation of inspection plan documents (Europe, Asia and USA)

Apr 2021 - Nov 2021

8 months

Cologne, Germany

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)

Weinor GmbH & Co. KG

Awnings, patio roofs, glass oasis, conservatories.

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
Sampling (EMPB)
Audit support
Measuring equipment management, monitoring and locking of measuring equipment when calibration is missing or equipment is damaged

Jan 2020 - Jun 2020

6 months

Bochum, Germany

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)

Molex GmbH

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
FMEA moderation
Audit support
PPAP preparation
Handling customer complaints from Daimler, VW, Audi, Skoda, Volvo

Sep 2019 - Oct 2019

2 months

Murnau am Staffelsee, Germany

Metrology and measurement systems analysis

Geiger Automotive GmbH

Metrology and measurement systems analysis (injection molding of coolant tanks)
Documentation on the suitability of measuring equipment and its calibration

Jan 2019 - Apr 2019

4 months

Nürtingen, Germany

Senior Quality Planner

Hofer Powertrain Products GmbH, A Company of the ElringKlinger Group

Support with sample approval (PPAP) of the gearbox for E-car KARMA Fisker (USA)
Measurement system analyses and approval of production equipment
Assessment of the suitability of testing equipment and test processes
Monitoring and carrying out internal calibrations

Dec 2017 - Present

8 years 8 months

Quality support for various companies

Jun 2017 - Nov 2017

6 months

Wuppertal, Germany

Quality Planner

WKW Erbslöh Automotive GmbH

Project start-ups of decorative trims from pressing, stamping and progressive die tools
Sample approvals (EMPB) in SQMS Daimler, VW
Sample approvals (PPAP) Jaguar / Land Rover

Dec 2016 - May 2017

6 months

Neuss, Germany

Quality Manager / QM

Yanfeng Europe Automotive Interior Systems Management Limited & Co. KG

Support with all quality-related issues, including in the production plants in Hungary and the Czech Republic
Customer contact person for quality topics for Daimler, VW, Porsche

May 2016 - Nov 2016

7 months

Dortmund, Germany

Quality Manager / QM

Continental Automotive GmbH

Assignment for Formel D as temporary staffing employee (Fuel & Exhaust Management).

Support with all quality-related issues and questions internally and externally
Sample approvals (EMPB, PPAP) Daimler, VW

Jan 2016 - Mar 2016

3 months

Bârlad, Romania

Quality Manager / QM

URB - S.C. Rulmenti SA.

Assignment for Formel D through temporary staffing (ball bearings).

Support with all quality-related issues and questions internally and externally
Optimization of quality requirements APQP, FMEA, PPAP
Customer contact for quality topics for Schaeffler
5S optimization

Oct 2015 - Dec 2015

3 months

Remscheid, Germany

Quality Manager / QM

Heyco

Assignment for Formel D through temporary staffing at Heyco/Remscheid (coolant tanks, injection molding).

Support with all quality-related issues and questions internally and externally
Compliance with quality requirements
Customer contact for quality topics for Daimler, GM Opel, VW-Audi
Complaint handling (8D report in Babtec, SupplyOn, SAP)
Sampling/initial samples (EMPB, PPAP)
5S optimization

May 2015 - Sep 2015

5 months

Gaildorf, Germany

Quality Manager / Interim QA Manager

Oberndörfer GmbH

Assignment for Formel D through temporary staffing (precision parts).

Support with all quality-related issues and questions internally and externally
Authorized to issue instructions to QA employees
Compliance with quality requirements
Customer contact for quality topics for Bosch, Continental, Delphi, Hilite, Mahle, Pierburg, ZF-Sachs
Complaint handling (8D report in Babtec, SupplyOn)
Sampling/initial samples (EMPB, PPAP)
Optimization and setup of QA standards
5S presentations and training

Jan 2014 - Dec 2015

2 years

Marktheidenfeld, Germany

Quality Engineer in Customer Business Quality

Cummins Emission Solutions

Assignment for Formel D through temporary staffing (Selective Catalytic Reduction).

Communication with customers and implementation of their quality requirements
Development of quality assurance strategies and procedures
Continuous improvement of quality activities to reduce the potential for defects
Ensuring quality standards
Identification of problems and leading Six Sigma projects

Jan 2011 - Dec 2013

3 years

Burscheid, Germany

Quality Engineer in the Business Unit Metal

Johnson Controls GmbH

Project launch of seat components for Ford B232
Support of the pre-series build phase at AWL in Haderwijk, Netherlands
Audit support and execution
PPAP documentation according to AIAG for Ford, Daimler, VW, Porsche
Series start-up in the production plants Jimbolia + Craiova, Romania

Jan 2004 - Dec 2011

8 years

Bergisch Gladbach, Germany

Quality Engineer in Quality Assurance

Tower Automotive

Launches for body parts made from press, stamping, and progressive tools for BMW, Daimler, VW, Skoda, PSA, Suzuki, GM Opel
Audit support and execution, series launches in the production plants in Bergisch Gladbach, Duisburg, Buchholz, Zwickau, Gent/Belgium, Malacky/Slovakia, Opole/Poland and Caserta/Italy
Project support and assistance in the plants in Seoul/South Korea

Jan 1988 - Dec 2004

17 years

Cologne, Germany

Inspector in Quality Assurance

Ford Werke AG Pilot Plant

for prototype parts/bodies (press and stamped parts), including acceptance at suppliers
Launch support in the Ford production plants: Cologne, Saarlouis, Genk/Belgium, Valencia/Spain, England
Measurement of body parts
Participation in system and product audits
Trainer for measuring technology

Jan 1986 - Dec 1988

3 years

Cologne, Germany

Sheet metal fitter and toolmaker

Ford Werke AG (General Service)

Setting up press, stamping, and progressive tools
Building and installing ventilation systems in machine parks
Maintenance work on the company buildings in the Ford production plants: Cologne, Saarlouis, Genk/Belgium, England

Jan 1984 - Dec 1985

2 years

Cologne, Germany

Clerical assistant for drawing management

Ford Werke AG, Development Center

Coordination with Ford Development Center England

Jan 1982 - Dec 1983

2 years

German Armed Forces

Jan 1981 - Dec 1982

2 years

Cologne, Germany

Sheet Metal Worker

Ford Werke AG, Entwicklungszentrum

Manufacture and conversion of test and prototype bodies

Jan 1978 - Dec 1981

4 years

Apprenticeship as a Sheet Metal Worker

Klöckner-Humboldt-Deutz AG

with examination at the IHK

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Automotive, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Aerospace and Defense, Government and Administration, and Construction.

Automotive

Manufacturing

Professional Services

Aerospace and Defense

Government and Administration

Construction

Business Area Experience

See which departments and functions this freelancer has contributed to most.

Experienced in Quality Assurance, Production, Operations, Product Development, and Project Management.

Quality Assurance

Production

Operations

Product Development

Project Management

Skills

Automotive Quality Management
Auditing, Certification According To Iso 9001, Ts 16949, Iso 14001, Iso 19011
Quality Techniques
Fmea, Spc, Apqp, Ppap, 5s
Measurement, Analysis And Improvement
Measuring Equipment Management
Supplier And Customer Support
Start-Up Support In Production Plants
Support For: Press, Stamping, And Progressive Dies
Support For: Robot Production Lines And Welding Cells
Ms Office
Cad (Pdgs, Ideas, Mt-Planner, Silma)
Mesas, Power-Inspect, Holos
Babtec
Q-Das
Sap
Oem Portals: Sqms, Supplyon, Beon

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Elementary

French

Elementary

Italian

Elementary

...and 1 more

Education

Klöckner-Humboldt-Deutz AG

Sheet metal locksmith · Cologne, Germany

FH Köln

Mechanical engineering technician · Mechanical engineering technician · Cologne, Germany

Certifications & licenses

ISO 14001

ISO 19011

ISO 9001

ISO/TS 16949

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 22

Experience in Automotive 41.5 y

Avg length 2 y 8 m

Longest experience 16 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 2 (Germany, Romania)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Quality Management, Inspection planning with a focus on electrical engineering, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)

Main industries Automotive, Manufacturing, Professional Services

Main business areas Quality Assurance, Production, Operations

Qualifications

Certifications earned 4

Profile

Created

July 2025

Last Update

July 2026

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Where is Ralf based?

Ralf is based in Leverkusen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Ralf speak?

Ralf speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary), French (Elementary), Italian (Elementary), Dutch (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Ralf have?

Ralf has at least 48 years of experience. During this time, Ralf has worked in at least 17 different roles and for 21 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 2 months. Note that Ralf may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Ralf be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Ralf would be well-suited for roles such as: Quality Management, Inspection planning with a focus on electrical engineering, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).

What is Ralf's latest experience?

Ralf's most recent position is Quality Management at BorgWarner Akasol GmbH.

What companies has Ralf worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Ralf has worked for BorgWarner Akasol GmbH, EBM - Pabst Luft- und Antriebstechnik, and Weinor GmbH & Co. KG.

Which industries is Ralf most experienced in?

Ralf is most experienced in industries like Automotive, Manufacturing, and Professional Services. Ralf also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense, Government and Administration, and Construction.

Which business areas is Ralf most experienced in?

Ralf is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance, Production, and Operations. Ralf also has some experience in Product Development and Project Management.

Which industries has Ralf worked in recently?

Ralf has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Automotive.

Which business areas has Ralf worked in recently?

Ralf has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance and Product Development.

What is Ralf's education?

Ralf attended Klöckner-Humboldt-Deutz AG for Sheet metal locksmith.

Does Ralf have any certificates?

Ralf has 4 certificates. Among them, these include: ISO 14001, ISO 19011, and ISO 9001.

What is the availability of Ralf?

Ralf is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Ralf?

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