Christopher Chapates
About Christopher Chapates
Christopher Chapates is a Technical Manager at Tolko Industries, where he has worked since 2017. He holds a Master of Business Administration from the Australian Institute of Business and has extensive experience in process control and operations within the forestry industry.
Current Role at Tolko Industries
Christopher Chapates serves as the Technical Manager at Tolko Industries, a position he has held since 2017. His role involves overseeing technical operations and process improvements within the organization. Based in Slave Lake, Alberta, Canada, he has accumulated significant experience in the industry, contributing to the company's operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Tolko Industries
Before becoming the Technical Manager, Christopher worked at Tolko Industries as a Technical Process Control Coordinator from 2013 to 2017. In this role, he focused on optimizing process controls and enhancing production quality. His tenure at Tolko has provided him with a deep understanding of the company's operational frameworks.
Educational Background
Christopher Chapates earned a Master of Business Administration from the Australian Institute of Business, completing his studies between 2018 and 2020. He also holds a Bachelor's degree from Athabasca University, which he completed from 2016 to 2018. His educational qualifications support his technical and managerial roles in the industry.
Work History in the Industry
Christopher has a diverse work history in the forestry and manufacturing sectors. He worked as a Process Operator at Tervita Corporation from 2012 to 2013 and held various positions at West Fraser, including Production Supervisor from 2010 to 2012 and Quality Control Coordinator from 2006 to 2012. Additionally, he served as an Operational Lead Hand at Weyerhaeuser from 2000 to 2006.