Rafael Malavazzi

Rafael Malavazzi is an experienced professional in production and quality management with a robust background in various engineering roles. Currently serving as the Gerente de produção e excelência operacional and Gerente de qualidade e meio ambiente at thyssenkrupp since March 2021, Rafael oversees a team of engineers and technicians while managing customer relations, supplier interactions, and internal process demands using tools such as 8D and FMEA. Prior experience includes positions at Eaton from October 2004 to August 2020, where Rafael held roles from Engenheiro de qualidade to Gerente de qualidade, managing teams and ensuring product quality across multiple manufacturing processes. Educational qualifications include a specialization in Gestão da Qualidade from Universidade Estadual de Campinas, an MBA in Gestão Empresarial from FGV, and a degree in Engenharia de Materiais, Metalurgia from UFSCar.