Ralf Klotz

Technical Sales Manager – Optima Machinery Corp. the US subsidiary of Optima Pharma Germany Formal training as an apprentice tool and die maker. Worked in multiple job shops in northern New Jersey, as a mold maker for a specialty open cast urethane manufacturer, and service technician for CNC milling, turning, and grinding equipment. Transitioned into pharmaceutical packaging in 2003 as a field service technician. Progressed through service, applications, and eventually into sales. I joined Optima in 2018 and in my current role as Technical Sales Manager North East US since 2020. In my personal life I am the proud father of 6 children with the 2 youngest still at home in their teenage years. I am active in my local congregation and volunteer with several Christian and para church organizations in my home community in northern New Jersey. I am an avid runner, hiker, fitness enthusiast, and baseball fan. Let’s Go Mets!