Jiri Popelka

Company Owner at ROTEA B.V.

Etten-Leur, North Brabant, Netherlands

About

Experienced QC and Expediting Inspector with more than 12 years of technical practice in oil & gas, hydrogen, energy, and heavy industry sectors. Founder of ROTEA BV (NL) and MOTHILA s.r.o. (SK) – providing inspection, expediting, and quality management support across Europe. Specialized in vendor surveillance, mechanical inspections, documentation control, and coordination between clients, EPC contractors, and manufacturers. Extensive experience with compressors, valves, process piping, skids, and rotating machinery, with deep understanding of EN, ASME, NACE, and PED standards. Recognized for accurate reporting, solution-oriented communication, and proactive approach to critical path management.

Experience

  • Founder / QC & Expediting Inspector at ROTEA B.V.
    2019 - Present · 7 yrs 6 mos

    Founder / QC & Expediting Inspector Providing professional QC inspection and expediting services for international clients in the oil & gas, hydrogen, and heavy industry sectors. • Managing logistical operations and supply chain activities across suppliers in NL, BE, DE, and IT. • Coordinating projects for ENI, SAIPEM, SUBSEA7, STEGRA, FLOWERVE, CONTROL SEAL INTERNATIONAL, ALLSEAS, EMERSON, and DNV. • Planning and monitoring order status to anticipate delays. • Communicating effectively with suppliers and clients, issuing reports, NCR/QOC, and updates. • Verifying shipping documents, quantities, and specifications. • Ensuring full compliance with PO, specification, and ITP requirements. • Familiar with Primavera and ERP systems. • Performing FAT, MRT, HIC, hydro, and packing inspections.

  • Managing Consultant / QA Coordinator at MOTHILA s.r.o.
    2016 - Present · 10 yrs 6 mos

    Providing technical inspection and project support for Central and Western Europe. • Managing subcontracted inspectors and ensuring consistent QA documentation. • Performing PMI, VT, MT, PT, and painting inspections. • Supporting ROTEA BV projects in NL and BE. • Advising clients on QMS structure, NCR analysis, and continuous improvement.

  • External Production Manager & Planner at Freelance
    Jun 2016 - Apr 2019 · 2 yrs 11 mos

    Provided consultancy and management services related to production, planning, and quality control. • Managed production planning for products such as pumps, gears, valves, flanges, actuators, and piping. • Coordinated process optimization and quality supervision. • Conducted inspection and expediting in BE, DE, SK, and CZ. • Identified bottlenecks and implemented process improvements.

  • Quality Control Inspector / Machining Operator at Flowserve BV
    2012 - 2016 · 4 yrs

    • Performed final dimensional and NDT inspection of pump components and turbine parts. • Operated Fanuc CNC machines and ensured quality control. • Supported ISO 9001 audit documentation.

  • Coating Operator / Quality Assistant at Kamp Coating BV
    2009 - 2012 · 3 yrs

    • Conducted surface preparation, coating, and testing. • Measured film thickness and adhesion. • Supported internal ISO 9001 audits.