Cynthia Desjardins
About Cynthia Desjardins
Cynthia Desjardins serves as the Regional General Manager at Cascades, overseeing operations at multiple manufacturing plants in Canada since 2019. With a background in quality management and extensive experience in the packaging industry, she has held various leadership roles at Cascades and other companies over the past three decades.
Work at Cascades
Cynthia Desjardins has held multiple roles at Cascades since joining the company. She currently serves as the Regional General Manager, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she oversees operations across seven manufacturing plants, including two that focus on micro lithography and flat carton products, and five dedicated to corrugated cardboard. Additionally, she has been part of the Regional GM succession team since 2018. Her responsibilities also include managing facilities in both Montreal and Mississauga, ensuring operational efficiency and quality across all locations.
Education and Expertise
Cynthia Desjardins has a solid educational background in business and operations management. She earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from HEC Montréal, where she focused on Operation Management from 1990 to 1993. Prior to that, she completed a Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Business/Commerce at Cegep St-Jérome from 1988 to 1990. This educational foundation supports her extensive experience in management and quality assurance within the manufacturing sector.
Background
Cynthia Desjardins began her career in the manufacturing industry as a Quality Coordinator at Cascades from 1993 to 1998. She then progressed to various managerial roles, including Quality Manager at TC Transcontinental Printing and Plant Manager at Sonoco. Her experience also includes serving as General Manager at Norampac. Over the years, she has developed a comprehensive understanding of operations, quality control, and team management within the industry.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Cynthia Desjardins has demonstrated a commitment to operational excellence and quality management. At Cascades, she has successfully managed multiple manufacturing plants and has been instrumental in overseeing the production of various products, including corrugated cardboard and flat carton products. Her leadership in the Regional GM succession team highlights her role in developing future leaders within the organization. Cynthia's extensive experience in the industry has positioned her as a key figure in the manufacturing sector.