Laurence Sprangers
About Laurence Sprangers
Laurence Sprangers serves as the TA Team Leader at Canfor, where he has worked since 1990. He coordinates maintenance turnarounds across four pulp mill sites and collaborates with various teams to ensure safety and efficiency.
Work at Canfor
Laurence Sprangers has served as the TA Team Leader at Canfor since 1990, accumulating 34 years of experience in this role. He coordinates maintenance turnarounds across four Canfor pulp mill sites, which include three locations in Prince George and one in Taylor, British Columbia. His responsibilities involve collaborating with various teams, including operational and maintenance teams, site safety and security, environmental, human resources, accounting, purchasers, and reliability teams. This collaboration aims to ensure that turnarounds are completed safely and cost-effectively.
Education and Expertise
Laurence Sprangers studied at the British Columbia Institute of Technology, where he focused on Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician. He achieved a diploma in this field, which has equipped him with the technical knowledge necessary for his role in managing maintenance turnarounds and collaborating with various operational teams.
Background
Laurence Sprangers has a long-standing career at Canfor, beginning in 1990. His extensive experience in the industry has allowed him to develop a deep understanding of the technical and operational aspects of pulp mill maintenance. His role requires effective communication and coordination among multiple stakeholders to ensure successful turnaround processes.
Achievements
In his role as TA Team Leader, Laurence Sprangers has played a key part in ensuring that all internal stakeholders are informed about the TA PS&O process and their respective roles. His leadership in coordinating maintenance turnarounds has contributed to the operational efficiency of Canfor's pulp mill sites.