Steve Gordon
About Steve Gordon
Steve Gordon serves as the Corrugator Manager at Cascades in Calgary, Alberta, where he has worked since 2019. He has held various roles within the company, including Inventory Manager and Production Supervisor, and has a background in business management and sound engineering.
Work at Cascades
Steve Gordon has been employed at Cascades since 2016, holding various positions that demonstrate his expertise in production and management. He currently serves as the Corrugator Manager in Calgary, Alberta, a role he has occupied since 2019. Prior to this, he worked as an Inventory Manager for seven months in 2019, and as a Production and Shipping Supervisor from 2018 to 2019. His earlier role as Production Supervisor involved managing Procure to Pay SAP processes from 2016 to 2018. Throughout his tenure, he has focused on operational efficiency and collaboration with maintenance and engineering teams.
Education and Expertise
Steve Gordon studied at Mount Royal University, where he focused on Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, achieving Blue Seal Certification in 2020. He also pursued studies in English Language and Literature, as well as Social Psychology, both completed in 2003. Additionally, he holds an Associate's degree in Sound Engineering and Post Production from the Academy of Production & Recording Arts, which he completed in 2005. His diverse educational background supports his management and operational roles within the corrugated industry.
Background
Steve Gordon's career at Cascades began in 2016, where he has progressively taken on more responsibility. His roles have included significant management positions that require oversight of production processes and inventory management. His experience spans several years in the Calgary area, where he has developed a strong understanding of operational efficiency and team collaboration. His work involves close communication with maintenance and electrical sectors to ensure compliance with training standards.
Achievements
In his role as Corrugator Manager, Steve Gordon undertakes risk assessments, safe systems of work, inspections, and accident investigations. He focuses on reducing raw material costs through collaboration with external suppliers and the internal operational efficiency coordinator. Additionally, he develops planned maintenance routines and daily machine control checks in partnership with the Engineering and Quality functions to meet product specifications. His efforts aim to enhance Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) by improving availability and operational efficiency.