Hongxuan Xia

4th-year Wood Products Processing Student

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

About

 Eager to leverage expertise in wood science within practical forest industry settings to enhance product quality and innovation.  Familiarity with quality control processes, enriched by experience in developing standards and creating quality control manuals at an inspection agency.  Successfully implemented daily quality checks in manufacturing environments, with safety hazard recognized and improvements made.  Skilled in data analysis and code scripting to optimize processes, acquired through both research and hands-on work experience.  Proficiency in 3D CAD/BIM software acquired through extensive tenure at a mass timber company, with an in-depth understanding of advanced manufacturing processes.  Well-versed in safe work procedures within manufacturing environments, prioritizing safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment for all team members.  Proven ability to seamlessly collaborate within cross-functional teams, consistently delivering outstanding project outcomes through clear communication.

Experience

  • Co-op Technical Projects Manager at Pacific Lumber Inspection Bureau
    Sep 2023 - Dec 2023 · 4 mos

    - Partnered with the Canadian Wood Council to establish design value standards for non-Canadian species, seamlessly integrating CSA O86 and ASTM D1990 standards. - Customized Quality Control Manual templates for Wood Truss and Glulam products, aiding manufacturer members in the efficient implementation of robust QC measures. - Engineered Excel data treatment tools and collaborated with Oregon State University's research group to facilitate ASTM grading of foreign species, especially Hinoki and Sugi.

  • Process Technician at H. Y. Finishing Solutions LTD
    May 2022 - Jul 2022 · 3 mos

    - Optimized the manufacturing process by implementing efficient workflows and safety protocols, resulting in the identification of 1 safety hazard and a significant reduction in workplace incidents. - Monitor and operate equipment to ensure optimal performance and troubleshoot any issues that arise, consistently maintaining a minimum of 95% equipment availability rate. - Conducted daily quality control checks, ensuring accuracy in production data records with a minimum error rate of less than 2%. - Improved interpersonal skills through daily interactions with a culturally diverse team, honing ability to accurately and efficiently convey information and leading to efficient production.

  • Undergraduate Research Assistant at Faculty of Science, Nanjing Forestry University
    Dec 2018 - Jul 2021 · 2 yrs 8 mos

    - Led a team of eight students in research and worked on a variety of research projects under the supervision of experienced researchers, with 8+ publications co-authored. - Assisted in design and conduct of mathematical derivation, data analysis with a guaranteed maximum revision rate of 5%. - Developed skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and time management, driving at least a 30% increase in team productivity over the previous year. - Presented technical information to a variety of audiences with clarity and precision, leading high audience engagement and understanding.