John Baldus
Stevens Point,USA
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Manager
BIOferm Energy Systems
10.2013 - 11.2014
- Acquired $15 million in funding from federal and state grants to support the implementation of renewable energy initiatives
- Increased pipeline value by 30% through strategic targeting of high-potential leads in food manufacturing.
- Facilitated regular communication with clients to ensure their needs were met, fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
Director of Laboratory Services
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN
03.2013 - 11.2014
- Partnered with Siemens creating a proprietary on-campus wastewater treatment program.
- Collaborated with industrial customer to create a recycling program that converted 80% of waste generated during manufacturing process to saleable product.
- Provide consulting services on third-party certification and sustainable messaging.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and University administrators to guide operational strategy.
Associate Manager - 1
LAND O'LAKES
03.2021 - Current
- Provide leadership and guidance in safety, quality, cost, and delivery for union-based workforce.
- Developed a shift-to-shift inventory audit to manage employee recipe scanning and reduced errors by 98%
- Created and implemented a training program using lean manufacturing principles leading to a 20% reduction in waste and a 15% increase in productivity.
- Transitioning and updating department standard operating procedures to digital media format to align training with the changing workforce.
- Spearheaded the successful implementation of a new scheduling system, leading to a 10% boost in production efficiency.
- Lead SafeStart program, decreased reportable incidents by 40% from the prior year.
- Mentor and manage 2 department supervisors and onboarded 6 new supervisors.
Production Supervisor
McCain Foods
02.2017 - 03.2021
- Conducted packaging recipe control adherence program reducing product give-a-way and generating $3 million in annual cost savings
- Implemented a sort-to-grade program for 87 product labels, resulting in a 15% improvement in first-pass quality
- Developed a safety-focused communication strategy to actively involve and motivate team members, resulting in 98% adherence to safety protocols across all production processes.
- Managed team of 80 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Exceeded production targets by 15% while maintaining strict quality standards.
Sector Specialist, Bioproducts & Sustainable Manufacturing
State of Wisconsin, Dept. of Administration, State Energy Office
10.2006 - 03.2013
- Created a research program that partnered with BASF & UW Oshkosh to use organic and compostable feedstock for waste-to-energy projects
- Successfully negotiated partnerships with 5 industry stakeholders, leading to a 20% increase in funding for sustainable manufacturing projects
- Conducted in-depth competitive intelligence analysis on key bioproducts and sustainable manufacturing companies, resulting in the identification of market trends and opportunities for business growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Business Administration
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-STOUT
Skills
- Dynamic Trainer
- Project Management
- Negotiation
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Influencing Others
- Staff Management
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Management
- Sustainable Integration and Management
- Verbal and written communication
Personal Information
Twenty+ years working as a business professional prepares me for new opportunities. My education and working history align to help find efficiencies in manufacturing. I uncover waste and find cost savings by holding processes and people accountable. Creating an empowering work environment is important to me and builds teamwork.
Timeline
Associate Manager - 1
LAND O'LAKES
03.2021 - Current
Production Supervisor
McCain Foods
02.2017 - 03.2021
Business Development Manager
BIOferm Energy Systems
10.2013 - 11.2014
Director of Laboratory Services
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN
03.2013 - 11.2014
Sector Specialist, Bioproducts & Sustainable Manufacturing
State of Wisconsin, Dept. of Administration, State Energy Office
10.2006 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Business Administration
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-STOUT