Chris Sarchfield
About Chris Sarchfield
Chris Sarchfield is a Business System Analyst at Cooke Inc., where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in various roles within the manufacturing and aquaculture sectors, including project coordination, quality engineering, and mechanical drafting.
Work at Cooke
Chris Sarchfield has been employed at Cooke Inc. as a Business System Analyst since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for designing and standardizing maintenance processes and configuring Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and third-party solutions for Cooke Aquaculture. He leads the conversion of company data and the implementation of CMMS tools across multiple divisions. Additionally, he provides ongoing support and optimization of these tools, ensuring they are tailored for best practices within the organization. Sarchfield is also involved in an ERP project aimed at standardizing processes across various companies within the Cooke Aquaculture family.
Previous Experience at CFM
Before joining Cooke, Chris Sarchfield worked at CFM - Custom Fabricators and Machinist Limited in various roles. His tenure included positions such as Mechanical Draftsman/Designer from 1988 to 1991, Mechanical Engineering Technologist/Draftsman/Designer from 1993 to 1997, and Commissioning Project Team Member in 2016. He also served as a Production Planner, QA, Shipping and Receiving at the Pump R & O Division for four months in 2016 and as Inventory Control Project Lead for two months in 2017. His diverse roles at CFM contributed to his extensive experience in project coordination and mechanical design.
Experience at ARAUCO - North America
Chris Sarchfield worked at ARAUCO - North America from 1997 to 2009, where he held multiple positions over an eight-year period. He began as an Operations team member and later transitioned to a Quality Engineering/Process Technician role. His experience at ARAUCO provided him with a solid foundation in operations and quality assurance processes, which he has applied in subsequent roles in his career.
Education and Qualifications
Chris Sarchfield has a diverse educational background. He studied Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician at New Brunswick Community College (NBCC), earning an Associate Degree from 1991 to 1993. He also completed a Diploma in Mechanical Drafting and CAD at NBCC from 1987 to 1988. Additionally, he attended the University of New Brunswick, where he studied Business Administration and Management from 2001 to 2003. Sarchfield further pursued studies in Pastoral Studies/Counseling at Rhema Bible College, achieving a Diploma from 2010 to 2012.
Training and Support Roles
In his current role at Cooke Aquaculture, Chris Sarchfield monitors and provides training to various organizations within the company. He addresses gaps in meeting business needs or corporate policy, ensuring that employees are well-equipped to utilize the systems effectively. His focus on training and support highlights his commitment to optimizing operational processes and enhancing employee performance.