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 Construction .

Q: Which business areas is Ralf most experienced in?

Ralf is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA) , Production/Manufacturing , 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 (QA) and Product Development .

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Leverkusen, Germany

Experience

Jul 2024 - Present

1 year 9 months

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

Test 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 test 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 oases, conservatories.

Advanced product quality planning (APQP)
Sampling (EMPB)
Audit support
Test equipment management, monitoring and blocking of equipment when uncalibrated or 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 system analysis

Geiger Automotive GmbH

Metrology and measurement system analysis (coolant tank injection molding)
Recording suitability of test equipment and their calibration

Jan 2019 - Apr 2019

4 months

Nürtingen, Germany

Senior Quality Planner

Hofer Powertrain Products GmbH, A Company of the ElringKlinger Group

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

Dec 2017 - Present

8 years 4 months

Quality management support for various companies

Jun 2017 - Nov 2017

6 months

Wuppertal, Germany

Quality Planner

WKW Erbslöh Automotive GmbH

Project launches of trim strips from stamping, punching, and progressive tools
Sampling (EMPB) in SQMS at Daimler, VW
Sample approvals (PPAP) for Jaguar / Land Rover

Dec 2016 - May 2017

6 months

Neuss, Germany

Quality Manager / QM

Yanfeng Europe Automotive Interior Systems Management Limited & Co. KG

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

May 2016 - Nov 2016

7 months

Dortmund, Germany

Quality Manager / QM

Continental Automotive GmbH

Assignment to Formel D under temporary employment (Fuel & Exhaust Management).

Support for all quality-related issues and questions, both internal and external
Sample approvals (EMPB, PPAP) for Daimler, VW

Jan 2016 - Mar 2016

3 months

Bârlad, Romania

Quality Manager / QM

URB - S.C. Rulmenti SA.

Seconded to Formel D as a temporary employee (ball bearings).

Support for all quality-related issues and questions, internally and externally
Optimizing 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

Seconded to Formel D as a temporary employee at Heyco in Remscheid (coolant tank injection molding).

Support for all quality-related issues and questions, internally and externally
Ensuring compliance with quality standards
Customer contact for quality topics for Daimler, GM Opel, VW-Audi
Handling complaints (8D report in Babtec, SupplyOn, SAP)
Sample approvals (EMPB, PPAP)
5S optimization

May 2015 - Sep 2015

5 months

Gaildorf, Germany

Quality Manager / Interim QS Manager

Oberndörfer GmbH

Seconded to Formel D as a temporary employee (precision parts).

Support for all quality-related issues and questions, internally and externally
Authorized to give instructions to the QS team
Ensuring compliance with quality standards
Customer contact for quality topics for Bosch, Continental, Delphi, Hilite, Mahle, Pierburg, ZF-Sachs
Handling complaints (8D report in Babtec, SupplyOn)
Sample approvals (EMPB, PPAP)
Optimizing and establishing QS standards
5S presentations and training

Jan 2014 - Dec 2015

2 years

Marktheidenfeld, Germany

Quality Engineer in Customer Business Quality

Cummins Emission Solutions

Seconded to Formel D as a temporary employee (Selective Catalytic Reduction).

Communicating with customers and implementing their quality requirements
Developing quality assurance strategies and procedures
Continuously improving quality activities to reduce the potential for defects
Ensuring quality standards
Identifying issues and leading Six Sigma projects

Jan 2011 - Dec 2013

3 years

Burscheid, Germany

Quality Engineer in the Metal Business Unit

Johnson Controls GmbH

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

Jan 2004 - Dec 2011

8 years

Bergisch Gladbach, Germany

Quality Engineer in Quality Assurance

Tower Automotive

Project launches of body parts using press, stamping and progressive die tools for BMW, Daimler, VW, Skoda, PSA, Suzuki, GM Opel
Audit support and execution, series launches at the production plants in Bergisch Gladbach, Duisburg, Buchholz, Zwickau, Ghent/Belgium, Malacky/Slovakia, Opole/Poland and Caserta/Italy
Project support and assistance at 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/bodywork (pressed and stamped parts) including acceptance at suppliers
Launch support at Ford production plants: Cologne, Saarlouis, Genk/Belgium, Valencia/Spain, England
Measurement of body parts
Participation in system and product audits
Metrology trainer

Jan 1986 - Dec 1988

3 years

Cologne, Germany

Sheet Metal Worker and Toolmaker

Ford Werke AG (General Service)

Setting up press, stamping and progressive die tools
Assembly and installation of ventilation systems in machinery parks
Maintenance work on the workshop buildings at Ford production plants: Cologne, Saarlouis, Genk/Belgium, England

Jan 1984 - Dec 1985

2 years

Cologne, Germany

Drawing Administration Clerk

Ford Werke AG, Development Center

Coordination with the Ford development center in 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

Manufacturing and modification of test and prototype bodies

Jan 1978 - Dec 1981

4 years

Apprenticeship as Sheet Metal Worker

Klöckner-Humboldt-Deutz AG

with exam at the Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK)

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 Automotive (41 years), Manufacturing (21.5 years), Professional Services (8.5 years), and Construction (0.5 years).

Automotive

Manufacturing

Professional Services

Construction

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 (38 years), Production (11 years), Operations (6.5 years), Product Development (4.5 years), and Project Management (2 years).

Quality Assurance

Production

Operations

Product Development

Project Management

Skills

Automotive Quality Management
Auditing And Certification According To Iso 9001, Ts 16949, Iso 14001, Iso 19011
Quality Techniques
Fmea, Spc, Apqp, Ppap, 5s
Measurement, Analysis And Improvement
Test Equipment Management
Supplier And Customer Support
Production Ramp-up Support In Manufacturing Plants
Support For Press, Stamping And Progressive Die Tools
Support For Robotic 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 worker · Cologne, Germany

FH Köln

Mechanical engineering technician · Mechanical engineering technician · Cologne, Germany

Certifications & licenses

ISO 14001

ISO 19011

ISO 9001

ISO/TS 16949

Profile

Created

July 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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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, Test 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 Construction.

Which business areas is Ralf most experienced in?

Ralf is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA), Production/Manufacturing, 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 (QA) and Product Development.

What is Ralf's education?

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

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?

Ralf's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.