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Hans (Janos) Lozay
Lead Auditor Preparation
Experience
Oct 2024 - May 2025
8 monthsDammam, Saudi Arabia
Lead Auditor Preparation
Zamil Holding – Zamil Plastic
- Prepared first audit under IATF 16949:2016 standards
Jun 2024 - Oct 2024
5 monthsRequalification Auditor - Interior
BMW AG
- Conducted supplier management and requalification audits across EU
Jan 2024 - May 2024
5 monthsPune, India
Launch and CIP Manager
Purem by Eberspächer
- Managed launch and continuous improvement processes
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 yearKuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Launch Manager
Purem by Eberspächer
- Led plant setup and launch activities
May 2022 - Nov 2022
7 monthsSaltillo, Mexico
Launch Manager
Purem by Eberspächer
- Managed launch activities for Daimler truck and bus components
Jan 2022 - May 2022
5 monthsBremen, Germany
Senior Quality Consultant
Lear Corporation AG
- Managed sampling and supplier management for seat systems for Daimler
Apr 2021 - Oct 2021
7 monthsGlasgow, United Kingdom
On-siteSenior Quality Consultant
Porsche AG
- On-site specialist for in-mold decoration (IMD) process for Porsche Macan III interior foliation overmolding
Aug 2020 - Mar 2021
8 monthsInterim Quality Leader
AIS Schleiz
- Led quality department on interim basis
Jul 2019 - May 2020
11 monthsShanghai, China
Advanced Senior Quality Expert
Eberspächer Gruppe BU Asia
- Responsible for quality and production improvements across 11 plants
- Optimized robots for VW, Daimler, BMW and Geely production lines
- Improved supplier performance in Ningbo and Shanghai
- Acted as direct contact for BMW, Daimler and VW in China
Oct 2018 - Jul 2019
10 monthsKitzingen, Germany
External Quality Planner
LEONI AG
- Planned quality for wiring harnesses for BMW, Daimler and DAF
- Managed housings, cabling and assembly line quality
Jan 2018 - Jul 2018
7 monthsUnited Kingdom
On-siteSenior Consultant
Northern Automotive Systems Ltd
- Supported Audi Q8 and VW Touareg interior projects
- Improved tools and parts quality
- Provided on-site supplier support for plastic overmolding of aluminum interior trim
Jul 2017 - Nov 2017
5 monthsWolfsburg, Germany
Task Force Group Outsourcing Quality
VW AG
- Coordinated supplier change in Spain for plastic injection molding and painting (1QB and piano black) for VW Polo T-Roc SE270
Apr 2017 - Jul 2017
4 monthsExternal QVP
IIC GmbH
- Managed BMW F2X LCI interior injection molding plus 1QB and 041 painting
Oct 2016 - Jan 2017
4 monthsSindelfingen, Germany
On-siteExternal Senior Quality Expert
Mercedes-Benz Daimler AG
- Provided on-site supplier support in Hungary
- Optimized lamination processes, adhesive-application robots and press lamination for Daimler BR 238
Jul 2016 - Aug 2016
2 monthsOn-site
External Senior Quality Expert
BMW AG München
- Provided on-site supplier support in Poland
- Specialized in plastic overmolding of aluminum interior trim parts during BMW 3-series launch
Jan 2016 - Jul 2016
7 monthsExternal Consultant
AUDI AG Neckarsulm
- Supported production readiness for Audi R8 Spyder
- Managed start-up control of suppliers for plastic and carbon parts
- Member of steering team
Sep 2015 - Dec 2015
4 monthsExternal Industrial Lead Engineer
Grammer AG
- Led pre- and rear-armrest production for BMW G11
- Optimized processes in padding and lamination
- Developed tools and improved robots and machinery
Feb 2015 - Jul 2015
6 monthsExternal 8D Consultant
Autoliv Hungaria
- Trained local staff in automotive quality standards and complaint handling procedures
Jul 2014 - Dec 2014
6 monthsInterim Quality Director
Gestamp Hungaria
- Managed a team of 75 employees in deep drawing, welding (ABB/KUKA), sealing and cathodic dip coating (KTL)
- Achieved ISO/TS 16949 recertification within five months
- Resolved crisis situation, reducing CSL 2 to level 0
- Achieved grade 1 approvals for A3 Cabrio, VW UP module carrier and Porsche front and rear bumper
Jul 2013 - May 2014
11 monthsQuality Planner & Supplier Manager
Toyota-Boshoku Automotive Europe GmbH
- Quality planning and supplier management for MCV/VED components (BMW i3 and i8 seat trims, cup holders, moldings)
- Conducted tool acceptance at tool manufacturer in Poland (54 tools)
- Worked with materials: ABS, PA6GF15, PA6GF30, PP
Mar 2012 - Aug 2012
6 monthsProject Manager
AKT AG Borischew Gruppe
- Established new quality management and quality assurance systems for VW Jetta A-Entry, Skoda Octavia, Jetty at new plant in Russia
- Trained future Russian employees on normative requirements
- Participated in sampling approval process achieving grade 1
- Conducted quality planning (QVP), FMEA and drafting of specifications
- Worked with materials: ABS, PA6GF15, PA6GF30, PP
Oct 2010 - Oct 2011
1 year 1 monthConsultant
Faurecia Interior Systems
- Tasked with optimizing Mercedes R231 and W222 S-Class leather lamination and hot melt or roller coating processes
- Trained local staff and implemented technical know-how
- Completed assignment successfully within six months
- Increased quality and quantity per customer requirements while reducing personnel costs
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Automotive (10.5 years) and Manufacturing (1.5 years).
Automotive
Manufacturing
Business Areas Experience
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Experienced in Quality Assurance (9 years), Production (4 years), Operations (3.5 years), Supply Chain Management (3 years), Project Management (2 years), and Procurement (1 year).
Quality Assurance
Production
Operations
Supply Chain Management
Project Management
Procurement
Skills
- Microsoft Win 10/11 Office
- Network
- Internet
- Hardware
Languages
German
NativeHungarian
NativeEnglish
AdvancedRussian
ElementaryEducation
Sep 1991 - Jun 1995
Budapest University of Finance
Business Economist, Business and Financial Management · Business Administration · Budapest, Hungary · 2.0
Oct 1984 - Jun 1985
Vocational School for Automotive Technology
Oct 1982 - Jun 1984
Special education school and boarding school
...and 1 more
Certifications & licenses
VDA ISO 50001 Energy Management Auditor
VDA 6.3 Renewal Exam:2023
IATF 16949:2016 Auditor
ISO 45001 Auditor
VDA ISO 14001 Auditor
VDA 19.1 Cleanroom Laboratory Assistant Auditor
VDA 6.3 Certification Card Auditor (E-Certificate VDA)
Core Tools Automotive
VDA 6.3 Auditor
VW Kaluga (Rus) Formula Q - Specific
Lead Auditor/Certification Auditor
Lean/TPS Manager and TÜV Certified Kaizen Manager
Quality Management Auditor QA
TÜV Certified
Solar Engineer
QMB ISO 9001:2008
TÜV Certified
European Foundation for Quality Management MPE
QMT ISO 9001:2005
TÜV Rheinland Academy
Occupational/Accident Protection Specialist Exam – Automotive Sector
Fire Protection Specialist Exam – Automotive Sector
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Where is Hans based?
Hans is based in Göschitz, Germany.
What languages does Hans speak?
Hans speaks the following languages: German (Native), Hungarian (Native), English (Advanced), Russian (Elementary).
How many years of experience does Hans have?
Hans has at least 11 years of experience. During this time, Hans has worked in at least 19 different roles and for 20 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 6 months. Note that Hans may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
What roles would Hans be best suited for?
Based on recent experience, Hans would be well-suited for roles such as: Lead Auditor Preparation, Requalification Auditor - Interior, Launch and CIP Manager.
What is Hans's latest experience?
Hans's most recent position is Lead Auditor Preparation at Zamil Holding – Zamil Plastic.
What companies has Hans worked for in recent years?
In recent years, Hans has worked for Zamil Holding – Zamil Plastic, BMW AG, Purem by Eberspächer, Lear Corporation AG, and Porsche AG.
Which industries is Hans most experienced in?
Hans is most experienced in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing.
Which business areas is Hans most experienced in?
Hans is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA), Production/Manufacturing, and Operations. Hans also has some experience in Supply Chain Management, Project Management, and Procurement and Purchasing.
Which industries has Hans worked in recently?
Hans has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing.
Which business areas has Hans worked in recently?
Hans has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA), Project Management, and Operations.
What is Hans's education?
Hans attended Budapest University of Finance for Business Administration.
Does Hans have any certificates?
Hans has 19 certificates. Among them, these include: VDA ISO 50001 Energy Management Auditor, VDA 6.3 Renewal Exam:2023, and IATF 16949:2016 Auditor.
What is the availability of Hans?
Hans is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.
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