Francis Varghese is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in manufacturing and production planning. Currently serving as a Buyer Planner at Cascade Corporation since March 2023, Francis previously held the position of Senior Production Planner at Shimco, where responsibilities included scheduling production and managing sales orders in Microsoft Dynamics NAV. Prior roles included Manufacturing Technician at Linamar Corporation, where Francis operated NC machines, and Machinist at TSUBAKI of Canada, focusing on CNC machine setup and programming. Early career experience includes production planning at S.S. Engineering Industries, where Francis managed inventory data and conducted quality control processes. Francis holds an Applied Manufacturing Management diploma from Conestoga College and a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University Chennai.