Degree in Industrial Engineering and Management by University of
Minho (2002). PhD in Production and Systems Engineering (2008). (2000-2005) Performed teaching duties,
in the category of Monitor, in the Department of Production and Systems at University of Minho; (2002-2004)
Project Manager R & D in the Portuguese Association of Certification; (2004-2008) Doctorate Fellow of
the Foundation for Science and Technology; (2009- ...) University Professor, in the category of Associate
Professor, at University of Minho. More information at
www.linkedin.com/in/paulo-sampaio-phd
Ana Monteiro Manager and Executive Director
Degree in Chemistry - Quality Control of Textiles by University of Minho (2007). Masters Degree in Integrated Management Systems - Quality, Environment and Safety by Polytechnic Institute of Cávado and Ave (2010). Implemented the Quality Management System in Ordem dos Engenheiros – Região Norte and held the role of Quality Manager, as well as monitoring and controlling the Action Plans of the Board of Directors (2011-2014). Manager and Executive Director at Q4E (2023-…). Consultant and Trainer in the areas of Quality and Environment, being responsible for providing management and improvement support services at Q4E client organizations (2014-...). Shingo Model specialist, with implementation of the Model at multinational organizations.
More information at
http://www.linkedin.com/in/anamonteiroq4e
Maria Maciel Senior Consultant
Degree in Chemistry - Quality Control of Textiles by University of
Minho (2007). Worked in the areas of Quality, Safety and Health at Work, where was responsible for the
maintenance of the Quality Management System, for the implementation of the BSCI (Business Social
Compliance Initiative) and for the certification of products according to STANDARD 100 by OEKOTEX
(2008-2017). Q4E Senior Consultant and Trainer in the areas of Quality, Safety and Health at Work.
More information at
www.linkedin.com/in/mariamaciel
Filipa OliveiraQuality, Environment, Safety, Hygiene and Health at Work
Degree in Chemistry - Quality Control of Textile Materials by
University of Minho (2007). Postgraduate Diploma in Integrated Management Systems - Quality, Environment
and Safety by Polytechnic Institute of Cávado and Ave (2010). Higher Health and Safety at Work (2010, CAP nº
04051006C5). Quality, Environment and Safety Delegate and Superior Technician of Occupational Safety and
Health in the North Region of LUSÁGUA - Serviços Ambientais, SA, namely in the implementation and
monitoring of the Quality Management System by ISO 9001, preparation and follow-up of certification
audits, and in the application of standards and legislation in the area of environment, safety,
hygiene and health at work. Implemented the Quality, Environmental and Safety Management System at EMASISA -
Exploration and Maintenance of Environmental Systems, Lda. Consultant and Trainer in the areas of Quality,
Environment, Safety and Health at Work. Q4E Senior Consultant.
Filipe CarvalhoQuality, Environment, Safety and Health at Work, Social Responsibility
Degree in Environmental Engineering and Natural Resources by
UTAD. Master's degree in Industrial Engineering (Area of specialization - Quality, Safety and Maintenance) by
the University of Minho and in Integrated Systems of Management of Quality, Environment and Safety by Polytechnic
Institute of Cávado and Ave (IPCA). Graduated in Integrated Systems of Management of the Quality, Environment and
Security by Oporto Superior Institute of Engineering (ISEP). Consultant, auditor and trainer in the areas of
quality, environment, safety and health at work and social responsibility. Q4E Senior Consultant.
Laurentina Reis Quality, Environment, Safety and Health at Work, 5S Methodologies
Degree in Production Engineering by University of Minho (1994). Post-graduation in
Occupational Safety and Health by Lusíada University (2003) and Master's Degree in Integrated Management Systems of Quality,
Environment and Safety by the Polytechnic Institute of Cávado and Ave (2012 ...). Superior Technician of Work Safety at the
Hospital of Braga. Consultant and Trainer in the areas of Quality, Environment, Safety and Health at Work and Implementation of 5S
Methodologies. Q4E Senior Consultant.
Ricardo MachadoStrategic Planning, Balanced Scorecard and Organizational Culture
Integrated Master in Industrial Engineering and Management from the University of Minho
(2008). Master's degree in Human Engineering from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro
(2009). (2009-2011) Held a consultant role in the Department of Production Engineering at the Pontifical
Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro; (2010-2014) International Experience in Project Management Planning
and Strategic Management, with emphasis on Balanced Scorecard and Organizational Culture methodology; (2014
-...) Manager of the Balanced Scorecard of DST Group. Consultant and trainer in the areas of Strategic
Planning, Balanced Scorecard and Organizational Culture. Q4E Senior Consultant.
Luís FernandesGreen Belt in Lean Six Sigma
Degree in Engineering and Industrial Management from the University of Minho (2017), having complemented his academic career with an Erasmus mobility in a Master in Management Engineering at Politecnico Milano. Is a Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma, and has developed projects at BorgWarner regarding stock management, continuous improvement and layout changes. Was also involved in a major digital transformation project focused on diagnosis and improvements in the footwear and textile sector. Has led the implementation of the Green Belt course in Lean Six Sigma at the University of Minho, having provided more than 50 hours of theoretical and practical training to quality professionals, business managers and students.
Rui OliveiraLean six Sigma
Degree in Industrial Engineering and Management from the University of Minho (2007). (2007-2010) Worked as an Industrial and Product Industrialization Engineer in a German company in the automotive wiring sector. (2010-2016) Worked as Supply Chain Planner and Production Scheduller in a German multinational in the automotive pneumatics industry. (2017-2021) Performed teaching duties as Guest Assistant at the School of Business Sciences of the Polytechnic Institute of Viana do Castelo and later at the Department of Production and Systems at the University of Minho in the areas of Logistics, Supply Chain Management and Quality Management.
