Matthew Warkentin
About Matthew Warkentin
Matthew Warkentin is a Manager of Manufacturing Excellence at Canfor, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and has held various engineering and managerial roles at Canfor over the past decade, focusing on efficiency and continuous improvement.
Current Role at Canfor
Matthew Warkentin currently serves as the Manager of Manufacturing Excellence at Canfor. He has held this position since 2021. In this role, he focuses on fostering a culture of continuous improvement within Canfor's manufacturing operations, aiming to enhance efficiency and productivity.
Previous Experience at Canfor
Matthew Warkentin has extensive experience at Canfor, having worked in various roles over a span of several years. He served as the Energy Manager for Wood Products from 2010 to 2018, where he established systems and processes to promote sustainable efficiency. He also held positions as Project Engineer from 2019 to 2021 and as Construction Manager for a brief period in 2021. Additionally, he was the Manager of Capital Planning for Wood Products from 2018 to 2019.
Education and Qualifications
Matthew Warkentin studied Electrical and Electronics Engineering at both the University of the Fraser Valley and The University of British Columbia. He earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) degree from The University of British Columbia, which supports his technical expertise in engineering.
Professional Background
Before joining Canfor, Matthew Warkentin worked as an Electrical Engineer at Westport Innovations from 2008 to 2010 in the Vancouver area. His early career experience contributed to his engineering skills and knowledge, which he later applied in his roles at Canfor.
Achievements in Manufacturing Excellence
In his current role, Matthew Warkentin has implemented business transformational improvement projects at Canfor. These initiatives have focused on enhancing safety, reliability, quality, and productivity within the organization, demonstrating his commitment to operational excellence.