Lily Liang
About Lily Liang
Lily Liang is a Supplier Quality Manager at Materion Corporation, with a strong background in quality management across various companies. She has over 15 years of experience in supplier quality programs and holds multiple degrees in engineering.
Work at Materion
Lily Liang has been serving as the Supplier Quality Manager at Materion Corporation since 2020. In this role, she manages supplier requests for deviation and oversees the supplier change management program. She conducts regular supplier reviews and develops supplier scorecards to ensure high standards of quality are maintained. Additionally, she leads quarterly supplier quality management review meetings to assess Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR), critical vendor performance, and improvement plans.
Previous Experience in Quality Management
Before joining Materion, Lily Liang held several key positions in quality management. She worked as the Corporate Quality Systems Manager at Associated Materials from 2012 to 2015. Following that, she served as the Quality Manager at Tremco Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing from 2015 to 2020. Earlier in her career, she was the Quality Systems Manager at Diebold from 2006 to 2012 and worked as a Reliability Engineer at Valiant Machine and Tool from 2001 to 2005.
Education and Expertise
Lily Liang holds multiple degrees in engineering. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Tianjin University from 1987 to 1991. She furthered her education with a Master of Science (MS) in Mechanical Engineering from Tianjin University from 1991 to 1994. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Science (MS) in Industrial Engineering from the University of Windsor from 1998 to 2000. She is certified as an ASQ Six Sigma Black Belt and a Certified Lead Auditor, highlighting her expertise in quality management and auditing.
Achievements and Recognition
Lily Liang has received recognition for her leadership and accomplishments in quality management. She was awarded a Certification of Appreciation in 2010 and 2011 for exceeding performance objectives in driving quality improvement. Her extensive experience includes managing supplier quality programs with a focus on compliance and evaluation on a global scale, showcasing her ability to lead initiatives that enhance quality standards.
Global Experience and Cultural Background
Lily Liang possesses a multi-cultural background with extensive global working experience. She has worked in various countries, including China, Mexico, India, Hungary, Denmark, and South America. This diverse experience contributes to her comprehensive understanding of international quality standards and practices, enabling her to effectively manage supplier quality programs across different regions.