Leo Zhao
About Leo Zhao
Leo Zhao serves as the Head of General Assembly at Karma Automotive LLC, a position he has held since 2016. He has extensive experience in the automotive industry, having worked in various roles at companies such as Ford Motor Company and Qoros Auto.
Work at Karma Automotive
Leo Zhao has been serving as the Head of General Assembly at Karma Automotive LLC since 2016. In this role, he oversees the assembly processes and ensures that production meets the company's quality standards. His leadership contributes to the operational efficiency of the manufacturing facility located in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.
Previous Experience in Automotive Industry
Prior to his current position, Leo Zhao held various roles in the automotive sector. He worked at Qoros Auto as the Operation Manager of the General Assembly Shop from 2012 to 2016. Before that, he was a Production Manager at Ford Motor Company from 2006 to 2012. His career began at Meritor as an Electrical Engineer from 1996 to 2002, followed by a role as Maintenance Supervisor at Teksid from 2002 to 2005.
Education and Expertise
Leo Zhao studied at Jiangsu University of Science and Technology. His educational background, combined with extensive experience in various roles within the automotive industry, has equipped him with a strong foundation in engineering and operations management.
Background in Quality Management
In addition to his roles in assembly and production, Leo Zhao briefly worked as a Senior Quality Launch Manager at CEVT (China Euro Vehicle Technology AB) in 2016. This position, although short-lived, added to his expertise in quality management within the automotive sector.