Devon Leys
About Devon Leys
Devon Leys is a Maintenance Planner at Tolko Industries in Slave Lake, Alberta, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in purchasing and parts management, having held various roles at Tolko Industries and Western Sales (1986) Ltd.
Work at Tolko
Devon Leys has been employed at Tolko Industries since 2010, holding various positions over the years. Currently, he serves as a Maintenance Planner in Slave Lake, Alberta, a role he has occupied since 2020. Prior to this, he worked as Purchasing Team Lead in the Athabasca Division from 2014 to 2020. His earlier roles at Tolko include Purchaser from 2010 to 2013 and Acting Purchasing & Stores Team Leader for a brief period in 2014. Throughout his tenure, Leys has contributed to the company's operational efficiency and procurement processes.
Education and Expertise
Devon Leys studied at SIAST Kelsey Campus in Saskatoon, where he focused on Parts Management Technician. He achieved the designation of Journeyman Partsperson, completing his studies over a span of ten years from 2006 to 2016. This educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in his roles within the maintenance and purchasing sectors at Tolko Industries.
Background
Before joining Tolko Industries, Devon Leys worked as a Parts Specialist at Western Sales (1986) Ltd. from 2005 to 2009. His experience in parts management and procurement laid the foundation for his subsequent roles at Tolko. Leys completed his secondary education at Rosetown Central High School, where he studied from 1999 to 2005.
Career Progression
Devon Leys has demonstrated a steady career progression within Tolko Industries. He began as a Purchaser in 2010, advancing to the role of Purchasing Team Lead in 2014. After six years in that position, he transitioned to Maintenance Planner in 2020. His varied roles reflect his adaptability and expertise in both purchasing and maintenance planning.