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Jerzy Bartosiewicz

Freelance Quality Engineer

Jerzy Bartosiewicz
Austria

Experience

Jan 2024 - Dec 2024
1 year
Poland

Freelance Quality Engineer

Siemens Mobility

  • Independently handled quality issues on the customer and supplier side, including documentation and action tracking
  • Advised on tracking component schedules up to delivery at the client's plant
  • Structured logistics processes and procured raw materials
  • Developed suppliers in Poland
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

Freelance Quality Engineer

Katek Elektronik Memmingen GmbH

  • Quality advance planning (APQP)
  • Sampling processes (PPAP)
  • Processing complaints
  • Supplier support
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year
Poland

Freelance Quality Engineer

Stalmech

  • Quality advance planning (APQP)
  • Sampling processes (PPAP)
  • Process optimization
Jan 2022 - Dec 2022
1 year

Freelance Quality Engineer

Knipping Kunststofftechnik

  • Independently handled quality issues on the customer and supplier side, including documentation and action tracking
  • Reported on current quality issues
  • Conducted product audits (VDA 6.5)
  • Created and updated QA documentation (work instructions, inspection instructions, customer-specific documents)
Jan 2021 - Dec 2022
2 years
Poland

Process Analysis and System Audit VDA 6.3, Quality Assurance (Freelancer)

Jungheinrich

  • Supported the plant manager in quality assurance
Jan 2021 - Dec 2021
1 year
Slovenia

Supplier Development

Freelancer

  • 3.1 certificate of inspection
  • Quality optimization and quality planning
  • Training employees in quality
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021
2 years
Slovakia

Logistics and Quality Manager (Freelancer)

IFAO Ismaning

  • Relocation of plant from Germany to Slovakia (Hörmann Automotive Penzberg)
  • Interim quality assurance management at the plant in Slovakia
  • Logistics and quality optimization in Slovakia
  • Quality optimization through QM methods (FMEA, continuous improvement (KVP), Pareto, 8D, 5M, APQP)
  • Supplier development in Poland with focus on quality assurance
Jan 2010 - Dec 2020
11 years

Quality Engineer

Service provider

  • Process optimization and standardization of machines for production on multiple machines

  • Personnel selection (personnel matrix)

  • Quality optimization using QM methods (FMEA, continuous improvement (KVP), Pareto, 8D, 5M, APQP)

  • Creation of inspection plans (status, quantity, dimensions, parameters)

  • Creation and monitoring of action plans

  • Supplier selection (Maturity Evaluation, SCR, Sourcing)

  • Initial sample approvals and launch phase support and complaint management for Daimler, VW, Audi (Saint-Gobain)

  • Conducting supplier audits

  • Intervention and escalation management

  • Logistics planning and production control

  • VDA 6.3 audit

  • Failure analysis of aluminum die-cast parts (e.g. gearbox housing) and aluminum low-pressure cast parts (e.g. rear axle)

  • Analysis of production processes and potential for error prevention (porosity)

  • Capacity analysis and optimization of mechanical processing of aluminum cast parts

  • Process optimization for bending and hardening of components (e.g. stabilizers)

  • Optimization of welded parts

  • Optimization of plastic injection molding processes and tool geometries

  • Participation in tool design and construction

  • Production areas: injection molding and overmolding of aluminum tubes for VW

  • Testing and validation of plastic and granulate production according to customer specifications (MFI, Charpy, heat resistance, flame retardancy, color)

  • Validation of component feed mixing and extrusion

  • Projects with customers such as Saint-Gobain, Bausch in Bagnang (VW), Saargummi (Daimler), Kovolit Brno (VW), Faurecia Kosice (Daimler), Brose, Continental (SQM ADAS)

  • BMW: analysis of error prevention for cracks in aluminum low-pressure cast parts, review and alignment of HBW, PPAP, FMEA, data analysis, and sampling evaluation

  • Porsche AG: process and quality optimization at suppliers (bumper assembly)

  • Volkswagen AG: process and quality optimization at suppliers, process control in development, optimization of mechanical processing of aluminum cast parts, failure analysis of low-pressure aluminum casting, quality optimization of plastic parts, initial sample approval (BEON)

  • Mahle AG: production relocation from Vaihingen to Poland (Burkhard plastic parts)

  • Deutz AG: production relocation from Mühlacker to Bulgaria (coolant and fuel lines, Sihn)

  • Streetscooter Aachen: prototype construction of e-transporters (responsible for parts)

Jan 2007 - Dec 2019
13 years

Quality Engineer

Freelance Quality Engineer

  • Supplier and complaint management using 8D reporting and quality advanced planning (APQP, FMEA)
  • Standardization and qualification of add-on parts in vehicle development (grab handles, sun visors, connectors, panels) including prototype integration
  • Supplier and material qualification for prototype parts
  • Cost reduction and capacity increase through standardized materials
  • Support of prototype phases Golf, Sharan, Phaeton (supplier selection, production planning) for VW
  • Approval of initial samples and process control for Daimler (plastic parts, exterior)
Jan 2004 - Dec 2007
4 years

Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer Service Provider

  • Supplier management
  • Approval of initial samples
  • Quality advanced planning
  • Internal audits
  • Work preparation
  • Complaint handling
Jan 2000 - Dec 2003
4 years

Logistics Operations Manager

Rhenus Contrac

  • Controlling and overseeing production processes for bumpers and bumper assembly
  • Creating and updating work instructions
  • Monitoring quality standards
  • Initiating and overseeing maintenance activities
  • Monitoring equipment
  • Procuring tools and consumables
  • Leading around 100 production staff, including shift scheduling
Jan 1998 - Dec 2000
3 years

Production Logistics Manager

On Line GmbH

  • Bumper assembly at Dynamit Nobel’s Ford Customer Center
  • Documenting and classifying defects
  • Material planning
  • Sourcing and supervising contract personnel
  • Responsible for around 100 employees
Jan 1996 - Dec 1998
3 years

Independent Sales Partner

Fa. Eismann

Jan 1992 - Dec 1996
5 years

Laboratory Technician

A. Schulmann GmbH

  • Standardizing granules (PA 6, PA 66) for Bosch and BMW
  • Monitoring operations and producing samples
  • Monitoring ongoing production
  • Measuring technical parameters
  • Color matching
  • Approving production release
Jan 1987 - Dec 1992
6 years

Shift Supervisor

Philips Licht GmbH

  • Supervising around 20 employees and assigning work
  • Setting up machines (polyester presses, thermoplastic and polyester injection molding machines, blow molding machines)
  • Monitoring production
Jan 1984 - Dec 1987
4 years

Machine Mechanic

Daimon-Duracell GmbH

  • Repairing, setting up, and operating welding machines
Jan 1976 - Dec 1980
5 years
Poznań, Poland

Design Engineer

Paper Industry

Jan 1973 - Dec 1976
4 years
Poznań, Poland

Assistant Design Engineer

Rail Vehicles

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Manufacturing (45.5 years), Automotive (21 years), Transportation (4 years), and Food and Beverage (3 years).

Manufacturing
Automotive
Transportation
Food and Beverage

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Quality Assurance (30 years), Production (30 years), Supply Chain Management (20 years), Operations (9 years), Product Development (8 years), and Logistics (6 years).

Quality Assurance
Production
Supply Chain Management
Operations
Product Development
Logistics

Summary

I have extensive experience as a freelance quality engineer, driving quality improvements and process optimizations across various industries. I focus on handling quality issues from documentation to follow-up, developing suppliers and streamlining processes. My work has often involved quality planning, audit management, and ensuring product and process standards through methods like APQP, FMEA, and 8D.

I am passionate about enhancing efficiency through practical methods and clear communication. I bring years of hands-on expertise in quality assurance, supplier development, logistic coordination, and team training to deliver measurable improvements and reliable results.

Skills

  • Extensive Expertise In Quality Management And Quality Assurance
  • Strong Expertise In Common Q-tools, E.g., Fmea, Apqp, Ppap, 8d Report, Etc.
  • Solid Expertise In Error Analysis And Problem Solving (Ishikawa, 5 Whys)
  • Good Knowledge Of Quality Standards Qs-9001 / Iatf 16949
  • Strong Expertise In Supplier Development And Auditing
  • Process Optimization
  • Vda 2 Sampling (Vw Beon)
  • Vda 6.3 Audits

Languages

Polish
Native
German
Advanced
Slovak
Advanced
English
Intermediate

Education

Oct 1979 - Jun 1981

Technical University in Poznan

Rail Vehicle Engineering · Poznań, Poland

Oct 1969 - Jun 1973

Railway Technical Institute in Poznan

Transport Technician · Transport Engineering · Poznań, Poland

Certifications & licenses

3.1 Acceptance Test Certificate

Material Testing Specialist

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What languages does Jerzy speak?

Jerzy speaks the following languages: Polish (Native), German (Advanced), Slovak (Advanced), English (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Jerzy have?

Jerzy has at least 49 years of experience. During this time, Jerzy has worked in at least 13 different roles and for 18 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 9 months. Note that Jerzy may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Jerzy be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Jerzy would be well-suited for roles such as: Freelance Quality Engineer, Process Analysis and System Audit VDA 6.3, Quality Assurance (Freelancer), Supplier Development.

What is Jerzy's latest experience?

Jerzy's most recent position is Freelance Quality Engineer at Siemens Mobility.

What companies has Jerzy worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Jerzy has worked for Siemens Mobility, Katek Elektronik Memmingen GmbH, Stalmech, Knipping Kunststofftechnik, and Jungheinrich.

Which industries is Jerzy most experienced in?

Jerzy is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Transportation and Logistics. Jerzy also has some experience in Food and Beverage.

Which business areas is Jerzy most experienced in?

Jerzy is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA), Production/Manufacturing, and Supply Chain Management. Jerzy also has some experience in Operations, Product Development, and Logistics.

Which industries has Jerzy worked in recently?

Jerzy has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing and Automotive.

Which business areas has Jerzy worked in recently?

Jerzy has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA), Supply Chain Management, and Logistics.

What is Jerzy's education?

Jerzy attended Technical University in Poznan for Rail Vehicle Engineering.

Does Jerzy have any certificates?

Jerzy has 2 certificates. These include: 3.1 Acceptance Test Certificate and Material Testing Specialist.

What is the availability of Jerzy?

Jerzy is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

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