Kim Chagnon
About Kim Chagnon
Kim Chagnon is the Chef de Plateforme Procédé at General Mills in Saint-Hyacinthe, Québec, with over 20 years of experience in the food industry.
Current Position at General Mills
Kim Chagnon currently serves as Chef De Plateforme Procédé at General Mills in Saint-Hyacinthe, Québec, Canada. In this role, Chagnon is responsible for overseeing process improvements and managing the operational platform, leveraging over two decades of experience in the food industry. Chagnon's expertise in quality assurance and process coordination plays a crucial role in the continuous enhancement of production processes at the company.
Previous Roles at General Mills
Before assuming the role of Chef De Plateforme Procédé, Kim Chagnon worked as Coordonnatrice de processus (Process Lead) at General Mills from 2017 to 2021. During this four-year tenure, Chagnon focused on streamlining process workflows and improving operational efficiency. This role laid the groundwork for Chagnon's current responsibilities in platform management, contributing to the company's operational success.
Experience at Liberté Canada
Kim Chagnon spent a significant portion of their career at Liberté Canada, where they held multiple positions over a span of 16 years. Starting as a laboratory technician from 2001 to 2004, Chagnon advanced to roles including Chef d'équipe laboratoire, Superviseur contrôle qualité, and Coordonnatrice assurance qualité. These roles involved extensive hands-on experience in laboratory supervision, quality control, and quality assurance, providing a solid foundation for Chagnon's expertise in the food industry.
Educational Background in Food Technology
Kim Chagnon studied Transformation des aliments at the Institut de technologie agro-alimentaire, where they achieved a DEC (Diplôme d'Études Collégiales) from 1998 to 2001. This educational background provided Chagnon with a strong foundation in food technology, equipping them with the technical knowledge necessary for a successful career in the food industry. The academic training at Institut de technologie agro-alimentaire was pivotal in shaping Chagnon's career trajectory.
Career Journey and Industry Experience
With over 20 years of experience in the food industry, Kim Chagnon has progressed from a laboratory technician to a leadership role in process management. Chagnon has a comprehensive background in quality assurance and process coordination, having worked in various capacities at Liberté Canada before transitioning to General Mills. Chagnon’s career showcases a steady advancement through roles that required increasing levels of responsibility and expertise, highlighting a commitment to continuous professional development.