Team
We are proud of our dedicated and experienced leadership team that guides the company towards innovation, growth, and success. They provide Fournier with diverse expertise and instill a strategic vision and a commitment to excellence in everything we do.
Charles Mazza
President and CEO
Charles Mazza
President and CEO
Charles brings with him extensive experience in the manufacturing sector and a clear strategic vision. His inspiring leadership, ability to motivate teams, and commitment to our core values make him a valuable asset to our organization. His impressive professional background in the manufacturing industry and his dedication to excellence make him an exceptional leader, capable of guiding our company to new heights. Under his leadership, we are confident that we will continue to innovate and thrive. Charles joined the management of Fournier as President and CEO in July 2024.
Harold Roy
Executive Chairman and Director
Harold Roy
Executive Chairman and Director
A member of Fournier since 1999, Harold initially served as General Manager before being promoted to President and CEO in 2013. Harold embodies the vibrant heart of our company. His enthusiasm and unwavering commitment attest to his deep passion for business development, which has been crucial in Fournier's uninterrupted growth over the past two decades. In preparation for a well-deserved transition into retirement, he now passes the torch to the next generation, leaving behind a solid legacy shaped by years of dedication and leadership.
Pierre-Étienne Lamontagne
Vice President of Operations
Pierre-Étienne Lamontagne
Vice President of Operations
In his capacity as Vice President of Operations, Pierre-Étienne is a crucial driving force which propels the company towards operational excellence. His integration in 2021 injected a new energy into the leadership team. With 10 years of experience in the manufacturing sector, he possesses a strategic vision, exceptional leadership skills, and a fervent passion for operations. These attributes significantly contribute to the impetus and energization of Fournier, underscoring his crucial role in achieving our operational objectives and overall mission.
Dominique Cyrenne
Director of Operations – Fournier Industrial Construction
Dominique Cyrenne
Director of Operations – Fournier Industrial Construction
Dominique plays a central role in the development, growth, and success of the company in the industrial construction sector. With 15 years of experience in the construction industry as a project engineer, project manager, and construction director, he joined Fournier's leadership team in 2021. His diverse background and in-depth knowledge of the sector make him an invaluable leader. Alongside his team, he is committed to rigorously analyzing projects in order to propose optimal scenarios for design, manufacturing, and installation, ensuring client satisfaction and maintaining Fournier's position as a partner of choice.
Audrey Marois
Director of Human Resources and Global Health
Audrey Marois
Director of Human Resources and Global Health
A member of the team since 2010, Audrey has placed the well-being of Fournier's employees at the core of her actions, always with the aim of making Fournier a top employer. Her 20 years of experience in human resources and her passionate commitment are invaluable assets. Her crucial role involves creating an environment conducive to professional and personal growth, thus contributing significantly to a positive corporate culture. She actively participates in Fournier's commitment to excellence and the development of a skilled and high-performing team by establishing a healthy and harmonious work environment that fosters the common good.
Stéphane Pomerleau
Director of Special Projects and Manufacturing Expert
Stéphane Pomerleau
Director of Special Projects and Manufacturing Expert
Stéphane joined Fournier in 1993 as a project manager. Since then, he has held various positions related to the management of manufacturing operations, including roles as an engineer/director of quality assurance, plant manager, and senior director of manufacturing and environmental operations. He was appointed to his new position in 2022 as part of a gradual transition towards retirement. He ensures that Fournier's factories are aligned with its mission, determines necessary investments in manufacturing, and actively participates in the development of manufacturing excellence. This strategic transition aims to capitalize on his experience while ensuring operational continuity and adherence to the company's environmental commitments.
Jean-François Deblois
Director of Bids and Projects – Industrial and Mining Sectors, ERP Implementation Director
Jean-François Deblois
Director of Bids and Projects – Industrial and Mining Sectors, ERP Implementation Director
Jean-François joined Fournier in 2007. He skillfully leads his department through diverse expertise in engineering, production management, and project management. He also efficiently coordinates the implementation of the new ERP system within the company. His versatile role is crucial to the success and efficiency of initiatives in the industrial and mining sectors, as well as the modernization of internal processes through the ERP. Under his proactive leadership, the team proposes optimal scenarios for design, manufacturing, and installation. His approach ensures a balance between resource mobilization, effective project management, client satisfaction, and the achievement of Fournier's objectives.
Jean Boivin
Director of Production and Manufacturing Improvement
Jean Boivin
Director of Production and Manufacturing Improvement
In the position since 2023, Jean has over three decades of experience in operations and manufacturing production. As the head of operational efficiency, he ensures the smoothness of processes, meticulously aligning them with the company's strategic objectives. His unwavering passion, sharp expertise, and dedication enable Fournier to uphold its commitments to both internal and external clients. Always mindful of health, safety, product improvement, and performance, Jean and his team consistently prioritize quality and compliance with requirements, standards, and deadlines. They also strive to ensure cost optimization, client satisfaction, and the maintenance of Fournier's position as a leader.
Daniel Cliché
Director of Engineering
Daniel Cliché
Director of Engineering
Daniel joined the company in 2007 as a mechanical engineer. Due to his technical skills and experience, he was promoted to the position of engineer supervisor/assistant manager in 2015. His appointment as Director of Engineering in 2019 reflects the acknowledgment of his technical expertise and significant contribution to the department's development. With his team, Daniel works to develop, integrate, and implement innovative, simple, durable, and safe products and solutions. What’s more, their approach promotes best practices in manufacturing, installation, and maintenance, reinforcing Fournier's commitment to innovation and quality.
Jean-François Beaudoin
Director of Information Technology
Jean-François Beaudoin
Director of Information Technology
Jean-François plays a crucial role at Fournier, where technological innovation and IT security are crucial. Leading the IT team since his arrival in 2018, he orchestrates the development of IT solutions, ensures data security, provides essential computer tools to users, and anticipates internal needs in information technology. His leadership is central to ensuring a robust IT infrastructure and implementing innovative solutions. Jean-François contributes to the ongoing success of the company in a constantly evolving technological environment.
Roby Roy
Director of Continuous Improvement and Operational Efficiency
Roby Roy
Director of Continuous Improvement and Operational Efficiency
A team member at Fournier since 1999 in mechanical engineering, Roby has dedicated two decades to the company, including several years as the head of the department. As the Director of Continuous Improvement and Operational Efficiency, he leverages his 20 years of experience to ensure the constant development and improvement of Fournier's products. His commitment to innovation and operational excellence has been sustained over the years, reflecting his relentless passion for improvement within the company.
Francis Caouette
Director of Sales and Development – Water Treatment Market
Francis Caouette
Director of Sales and Development – Water Treatment Market
Francis has been collaborating with Fournier since 2000 as a process technician. His commitment is evident through his active involvement in the implementation, development, and commercialization of dewatering equipment. He was promoted to his current position as director in 2015. Along with his dedicated team, he ensures the delivery of high-performance equipment and solutions, which are integrated and supported by their renowned on-field expertise. He is committed to excellence, client satisfaction, and efficiency, always striving to surpass goals in dewatering and solid-liquid separation.
Jassen Pettinella
Director of Sales and Development – Industrial and Mining Markets
Jassen Pettinella
Director of Sales and Development – Industrial and Mining Markets
With over 25 years of experience in sales and business development, Jassen joined the company in 2016 as an industrial sales representative for Quebec and the Maritimes. He was promoted to his current position as director in 2021. His contribution and proactive approach have been instrumental in securing various projects and in the success and strengthening of Fournier's position in the industrial and mining sectors. His role goes beyond mere representation; it encompasses the international promotion of the company and its high-performance products, integrated solutions, added value, and its key role in satisfying operational needs and development projects.
Guy Poisson
Director of Sales and Development – Aluminum Smelter Market
Guy Poisson
Director of Sales and Development – Aluminum Smelter Market
Guy joined the company in 2000, bringing a decade of experience. After holding various positions, he was promoted to the role of project manager in 2006. In 2013, he took on a new challenge by becoming the operations supervisor at Richmond Fournier. Since 2019, he has been serving as the Director of Sales and Development for Fournier's market in aluminum smelters. With his team, he is committed to providing these smelters with quality anodic/cathodic consumables at competitive prices, along with other products for the industrial sector. In his approach, he strives for guaranteed client satisfaction and adherence to the highest standards of quality and safety.
All our leaders contribute their unique skills and experiences to Fournier; they form an exceptional team that leads the company with confidence towards a promising future. Above all, their leadership and expertise guarantee the sustained success for Fournier’s clientele.
A strong team of professionals
Over the course of Fournier's 60 years of existence, its team members have collaborated to design a wide range of products for various applications and developed increasingly versatile expertise.
Our team consists of electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, mechanical engineering technicians, designers, draftsmen, and specialists in automation and control.
The manufacturing is carried out by a multidisciplinary team specialized in metal preparation, welding, machining, assembly (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic), and painting. This diversity of skills ensures a complete and efficient adherence to the specific requirements of each project and the highest standards of quality and performance.
