Charles Liu
Dalhousie,Canada
Summary
Results-oriented Quality Professional with extensive experience in quality control, supplier quality management, lean manufacturing, and aviation leasing support.
Proven track record in reducing defect rates, optimizing production processes, and leveraging AI-driven methodologies.
Certified Master Black Belt for Lean (VRK Kaizen) with expertise in APQP, PPAP, Six Sigma, and Quality Systems.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aviation Technical Consultant
SGI Aviation, Winglet Inc
03.2015 - Current
- Provided technical consulting on aircraft purchasing, leasing, and asset management
- Completed 26 aircraft inspections and participated in 12 aircraft lease returns
- Managed trial production and equipment commissioning, ensuring 100% on-time delivery for key projects
Management and Administration Technician
Maibec Inc
07.2020 - Current
- Led Kaizen projects in management and administration, optimizing manufacturing efficiency and improving quality control
- Developed risk management module, reducing operational risks by 40%
- Managed logistics, inventory, purchasing, and complaint resolution
Quality Manager & Manufacturing Engineer
Harsco Inc
10.2012 - 03.2015
- Conducted supplier reviews, process audits, and product inspections, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 & IATF/TS 16949
- Led continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing production processes and increasing First Pass Yield (FPY) by 30%
- Managed technology conversion for BCC (Best Cost Country) products, successfully executing 20+ projects in heavy-duty machinery
Supplier Quality Engineer / Manager
Gilbarco Inc
10.2004 - 09.2012
- Developed standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training programs, improving production efficiency by 20%
- Led supplier optimization, reducing defect rates from 12,000+ PPM to less than 1000 PPM within one year
- Managed customer complaints and corrective actions, ensuring compliance with industrial standards
Education
Master of Philosophy - management philosophy
Minzu University of China
Beijing, ChinaBachelor of Engineering - gas turbine engine
Beihang University
Beijing, ChinaSkills
- Lean Manufacturing (VRK Kaizen MBB)
- APQP & PPAP
- Six Sigma
- FMEA, SPC, RCA (Root Cause Analysis)
- Quality Assurance
- Supply Chain Optimization
- AI-Driven Quality Control and Efficiency Enhancement
- Risk Management
- Mechatronics
- Aircraft Leasing
- SAP (Epicor)
- Risk Management
- Mechatronics
- Aircraft Leasing
- SAP (Epicor)
Certification
- Master Black Belt (MBB) for Kaizen (VRK)
- ISO/TS 16949 Internal Auditor
- APQP & PPAP
- International Project Management
- A320/B757-200 Mechanical & Electrical Systems
Accomplishments
- Supplier Management Best Practice Winner in Danaher Group, Increased FPY by 30% and enhanced supplier overall performance.
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Professional Working
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Management and Administration Technician
Maibec Inc
07.2020 - Current
Aviation Technical Consultant
SGI Aviation, Winglet Inc
03.2015 - Current
Quality Manager & Manufacturing Engineer
Harsco Inc
10.2012 - 03.2015
Supplier Quality Engineer / Manager
Gilbarco Inc
10.2004 - 09.2012
Master of Philosophy - management philosophy
Minzu University of China
Bachelor of Engineering - gas turbine engine
Beihang University
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