Andreas Beckert, ContiTech Techno-Chemie
Andreas Beckert is Technical Risk Manager and FMEA Coordinator at ContiTech Techno-Chemie GmbH, leads the expert network, develops methodologies and standards, advances risk analysis, and conducts FMEA training and moderation. He also represents the Continental AG in the AIAG-VDA-FMEA working group.
Dr. alexander schloske, Fraunhofer Institut
Alexander Schloske is at the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation in Stuttgart. He has many years of project experience in the areas of product and quality management in different industries. In addition to his activities in industry, he holds lectures on quality management at the University of Stuttgart and on methods of product development at TU Vienna.
Andreas Steins, Mercedes-AMG GmbH
Andreas Steins is FMEA coordinator at Mercedes-AMG GmbH in Affalterbach. For AMG's own vehicle projects and derivatives, he manages the internal and external FMEA activities within a central FuSi FMEA team. In addition to the creation of the own FMEA specifications, this also includes the coordination of related FMEA activities with different focuses on system, design and process.
Bianca Wekerle, FMEA Expert
Bianca Wekerle is an experienced FMEA self-employed professional with a proven track record in automotive industry. She is specialised in implementing the FMEA methodology, delivering FMEA trainings, defining FMEA software requirements, moderating FMEA meetings, and aligning DFMEAs and PFMEAs with organizational goals.
Martina Schickling, FMEAplus Akademie
Martina Schickling brings nearly three decades of expertise in training, coaching, and consulting, with a focus on systemic organizational development, change management, and leadership enhancement. Her comprehensive approach facilitates the adoption of new technologies and methodologies, like FMEA, within organizations, with a strong emphasis on transparency and open communication.
Dr. Florian Geissler, Datapetal
Florian Geissler is Co-Founder of the Startup Datapetal, dedicated to AI-assisted safety analyses, as well as Senior Research Scientist at the Fraunhofer Institute for Intelligent Cognitive Systems in Munich. Previously, Florian has worked for Intel Labs Munich on reliable automated driving systems. He is author of numerous publications and more than 20 patents in the field of safe AI.
André Meyer, Schaeffler (Vitesco)
André Meyer looks back on over 25 years of work experience with various types of FMEA. In addition to active moderation, he manages the Vitesco expert network at Schaeffler, develops internal company regulations and conducts training as well as coaching. Another focus is on identifying and establishing synergies between FMEA and interacting method fields.
Dieter Hellwig, Robert Bosch GmbH
Dieter Hellwig has over 30 years of experience in supplier quality assurance in the automotive industry. For the past decade, he has been the FMEA Coordinator in Bosch's Mobility Purchasing Quality in Stuttgart. He is globally responsible for P-FMEA systematics in BBM Purchasing, leads the FMEA Multipliers Network, develops standards, conducts training, moderates workshops, and coordinates Lessons Learned within BBM Purchasing.
Bernhard Lindner, FMEAplus Akademie
Bernhard Lindner, MSc, is an expert in quality and risk management for medical devices. As Head of Quality Management in the medical technology industry, he implemented the FMEA method to meet the requirements of medical technology (EN ISO 14971:2019). Now, he supports employees and companies as a consultant and trainer.
Bernd Doppler, Certified Expert, Educator and Submarine Captain
Bernd Doppler has been teaching at leading training institutions since 1978. As the founder of Austria's first fireworks school, he offers training in pyrotechnics, blasting, and occupational safety. He is also a court-certified expert, a sought-after consultant for authorities and businesses – and even holds a submarine license.
Oliver Kukuk, Schaeffler Technologies
Oliver Kukuk is a Senior Expert for FMEA at Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG. He has over 23 years of experience with FMEA and was Schaeffler's representative in the harmonization of the FMEA method by AIAG and VDA. In addition to FMEA moderation, he is responsible for the method in the automotive sector. He has written many internal company rules and guidelines on FMEA and maintains a network of moderators. Coaching and the consideration of synergies with complementary methods are also part of his scope of responsibility.
Maximilian Pabst, Hilti
Maximilian Pabst is responsible for coordinating methods such as FMEA and special characteristics at Hilti. His work focuses on implementing industry standards that enable project teams to work more productively. To achieve this, he systematically integrates external experts into process improvement and development initiatives.
Christoph Wetter, Hilti
Christoph Wetter works as a Senior Method Manager at Hilti. His role involves analyzing, adapting, and establishing industry-standard methods, such as FMEA or project management methods, within the company. This ensures the utilization and scalability of support with internal and external experts while simultaneously generating productivity.
rhonda brender, Nexteer automotive
Rhonda Brender is chair of the SAE J1739 FMEA Standard committee, coauthor of SAE J2886 DRBFM Recommended Practice, coauthor of the AIAG FMEA 4th Edition Reference Manual and coauthor of the AIAG CQI-24 DRBFM Reference Manual. Her latest project is the AIAG-VDA FMEA harmonization team where she is an active writer, editor, and trainer.
Jürgen Ruff, STIHL
Jürgen Ruff is responsible for the FMEA method in quality management at STIHL. With 40 years of experience in quality assurance and management, he advanced supplier development, APQP implementation, and quality-oriented project support. His expertise modernized FMEA application at STIHL, ensuring effective and sustainable use.
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