Rudy Schlimme
About Rudy Schlimme
Rudy Schlimme serves as the Sr. Warranty Operations Manager at Fisker Inc., where he oversees the development of global warranty policies and procedures. He has extensive experience in warranty operations, having previously held various managerial roles at BMW of North America, LLC.
Work at Fisker
Rudy Schlimme has been serving as the Sr. Warranty Operations Manager at Fisker Inc. since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for the development and implementation of global warranty policies and procedures aimed at managing costs across all Fisker models. He has also led the development of a new warranty claim management system, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of warranty operations within the company. His work includes establishing claim trend reports to facilitate quality improvement and timely resolutions in the field.
Previous Experience at BMW of North America
Prior to his current position at Fisker, Rudy Schlimme worked at BMW of North America, LLC for several years in various managerial roles. He served as Program Manager for Remanufacture, Recycle, and Removal from 2016 to 2022. Before that, he was the Program Manager for Warranty Dealer Process Analysis from 2014 to 2016, and Manager for Warranty Parts Analysis & Recovery from 2007 to 2014. His extensive experience at BMW provided him with a solid foundation in warranty operations and process management.
Education and Expertise
Rudy Schlimme holds a B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering from Penn State University. He has furthered his education through various programs, including a Business Management degree from the University of Phoenix and a Nanodegree Program Certificate in Business Analytics from Udacity. Additionally, he completed a Data Analytics course for Lean Six Sigma and earned a Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certificate through Coursera. His educational background equips him with a strong analytical skill set applicable to warranty operations.
Professional Certifications
Rudy Schlimme has obtained several professional certifications that enhance his expertise in warranty operations and analytics. He achieved a Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certificate and completed a Data Analytics course for Lean Six Sigma through Coursera. His commitment to continuous learning is evident in his pursuit of a Nanodegree Program Certificate in Business Analytics from Udacity. These certifications reflect his dedication to improving processes and efficiency in his roles.
Background in Electronics Technology
Rudy Schlimme has a background in Specialized Electronics Technology, having earned an Associate Degree from Lincoln Tech. This foundational knowledge in electronics complements his engineering education and provides him with a technical perspective that is beneficial in his current role in warranty operations.