James Barata
About James Barata
James Barata is a Mechanical Planner/Supervisor specializing in Steam and Recovery at Canfor in Prince George, British Columbia. With extensive experience in the paper and forest products industry, he has held various roles at Canfor since 2007, demonstrating expertise in Root Cause Analysis and Continuous Improvement.
Current Role at Canfor
James Barata currently holds the position of Mechanical Planner/Supervisor Steam and Recovery at Canfor. He has been in this role since 2020, contributing to the operational efficiency of the company in Prince George, British Columbia. His responsibilities include overseeing mechanical planning and supervision related to steam and recovery processes.
Previous Experience at Canfor
James Barata has extensive experience at Canfor, having worked in various roles since 2007. His positions include Mechanical Supervisor/Planner, Production Shift Supervisor, and Wood Handling/Rail Logistics Coordinator. His tenure at Canfor spans multiple years, with significant roles in both mechanical planning and supervision, as well as maintenance leadership.
Education and Expertise
James Barata studied at the College of the Rockies, where he achieved Plannermen Level 1 from 2002 to 2004. He also graduated from the College of New Caledonia with a Millwright ticket, focusing on operations. His expertise includes Root Cause Analysis and Continuous Improvement, particularly within the paper and forest products industry.
Career Background
Before his time at Canfor, James Barata worked at Dunkley Lumber Ltd. as a Maintenance Chargehand for 13 years, from 1995 to 2008. His career in the mechanical and maintenance fields began with roles that laid the foundation for his later positions in planning and supervision within the forestry sector.
Skills and Contributions
James Barata possesses skills in commissioning and boilers, which contribute to operational efficiency in his current role. His background in mechanical planning and supervision, combined with his focus on continuous improvement, enhances the productivity and effectiveness of the teams he leads.