Michael Kopel
About Michael Kopel
Michael Kopel serves as the Regional Health and Safety Coordinator at Cascades in Wagram, North Carolina. He has a diverse background in health and safety management, with extensive experience in the U.S. Navy and various roles in the paper industry.
Current Role at Cascades
Michael Kopel currently serves as the Regional Health and Safety Coordinator at Cascades, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing health and safety initiatives within the organization, particularly in Wagram, North Carolina. Additionally, he has been working as a Health and Safety Project Manager at Cascades since 2018, contributing to various projects aimed at enhancing workplace safety and compliance.
Previous Experience at Cascades
Prior to his current roles, Michael Kopel worked at Cascades as a De-Inking Supervisor from 2013 to 2018 in Kingsey Falls, Quebec, Canada. In this capacity, he managed the de-inking process, ensuring efficiency and quality in operations. His experience at Cascades spans five years, during which he developed a strong understanding of the company's operational standards and safety protocols.
Military Background
Michael Kopel has an extensive background in the United States Navy, where he held various positions over a span of 15 years. His roles included Division Officer, Production Manager, Quality Assurance Supervisor, Calibration Laboratory Supervisor, and Technician. His military service provided him with a solid foundation in leadership and operational management, which he has applied in his subsequent roles.
Educational Qualifications
Michael Kopel has pursued higher education at several institutions. He studied at Farmington High School from 1987 to 1991. He later attended the University of Phoenix, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he studied at Columbia Southern University, achieving another Bachelor of Science degree from 2018 to 2019. He also completed coursework at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University from 2007 to 2010.