Thorsten Höppner
Founder | Partner | Senior Consultant
Areas of Expertise
Management systems
Audits
Process optimisation
Supplier development
Crisis projects
+49 151 2168 4278
thorsten.hoeppner@qmh-group.com
Thorsten's Experience and Competencies
As a qualified process and quality engineer with over 20 years’ industrial experience, Thorsten Höppner knows exactly what matters in practice. Following roles at Vibracoustic and Daimler, he founded QMH Consulting GmbH in 2010 with the aim not only of advising companies, but also of fostering their long-term development.
He understands the inner workings of organisations, has overseen countless audits and established systems that are still in use today. As a certified auditor and SPICE assessor, he stands for clear processes, practical implementation and honest dealings with clients. QMH is his company – and his personal mission.
Qualifications
Graduate Engineer in Mechanical Engineering (University of Applied Sciences)
Quality Management, IATF 16949, ISO 9001
Automotive Core Tools (FMEA, APQP, SPC, MSA)
VDA Methods and Automotive Standarts
Maturity assessment VDA RGA, VDA 2, PPAP
Lean Management and Production systems
Project management and target cost development
Personal way of working:
Thorsten works strategically and in a structured manner, with a clear focus on effective and sustainable solutions. As the founder of QMH, he combines several decades of industry experience with an entrepreneurial mindset and a strong practical focus.
In projects, he places particular emphasis on efficiency, clear structures and open collaboration on an equal footing. At the same time, a strong team culture is particularly important to him – he encourages personal responsibility, actively supports his team and creates an environment in which joint solutions can emerge.
German
Native Speaker
English
Fluent
Spanish
Basic Skills
This defines Thorsten:
Over 20 years’ experience in quality and process management in industry
Entrepreneurial thinking combined with a deep practical understanding
Extensive expertise in audits, process analysis and management systems
A clear, structured and efficient way of working
Team-oriented leadership with a strong focus on collaboration
If you wish to establish management systems on a long-term basis or pass audits successfully, Thorsten Höppner, with over 20 years’ industry experience, is here to support you.
Technology and Industry Experience
Industrialisation of Automotive Fuel Systems
Industrialisation of lightweight automotive components
Global quality management system implemented
Escalation management for an international automotive supplier
Supplier Development and Supplier Management
Project Management: Development of Air Suspension Systems
Process Engineer and Quality Engineer – Automotive
Audits, quality management consultancy and LEAN training
Challenges I Can Help You Overcome
Process and system audits
Automotive SPICE and Quality Management
Establishment and further development of management systems
Process optimisation and sustainable efficiency improvements
Strategic consultancy for quality and organisational development
