Dwayne Prest
About Dwayne Prest
Dwayne Prest serves as the Woodlands Maintenance and Reliability Leader at J.D. Irving, Limited, where he has worked since 2017. He has over 20 years of experience in operations management within the paper and forest products industry, holding various positions at J.D. Irving, Limited, and possessing advanced degrees in business and forest engineering.
Current Role at J.D. Irving
Dwayne Prest serves as the Woodlands Maintenance and Reliability Leader at J.D. Irving, Limited. He has held this position since 2017, contributing to the company's operations in New Brunswick, Canada. In this role, he has implemented advanced maintenance processes, including planning, scheduling, and improved inventory management across maintenance facilities. His leadership extends to the mobile equipment group, where he has developed equipment strategies aimed at enhancing reliability and reducing costs through the effective use of a newly installed ERP system.
Previous Experience at J.D. Irving
Dwayne Prest has a significant history with J.D. Irving, Limited, where he worked in various operations management positions within the Woodlands Division from 1998 to 2009. His roles included Process Owner for Roads and Transportation from 2012 to 2014, and Roads Champion from 2010 to 2012, both in New Brunswick. He also served as E1 Woodlands Maintenance and Supply Chain Lead from 2014 to 2016. His extensive experience in these positions has equipped him with a deep understanding of the paper and forest products industry.
Educational Background
Dwayne Prest holds an Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) from The University of Western Ontario, which he completed from 2011 to 2012. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Forest Engineering (BScFE) from the University of New Brunswick, studying from 1993 to 1997. His educational background supports his expertise in operations management and process engineering within the forest products sector.
Skills and Expertise
Dwayne Prest possesses strong skills in coaching and business process improvement, which contribute to operational excellence in his current and past roles. His extensive experience in the paper and forest products industry has allowed him to focus on enhancing operational efficiency and reliability through strategic planning and process optimization.