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Tom Kunzelman

Crescent Springs,KY

Summary

Veteran Senior Executive adept at increasing profit margins by increasing throughput and reducing costs. Hands-on, proactive manager with adaptable and creative approach. Driven to always be improving business operations. Specializing in Food with 25-year track record of success.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

VP of Operations

Graeter's Ice Cream
01.2003 - Current
  • Key team member in plant construction of new 35k sq.ft. Ice cream plant in 2010. Worked closely with design and process engineers to modernize ice cream process to preserve core and scale up production capability
  • Grew manufacturing capability from 400k gallons of ice cream product in 2011, to a building capacity limit of 1MM within 6 years of plant opening. Worked through capacity challenges to hit a peak throughput of 1.6MM gallons in 2021.
  • Managed large-scale projects, including construction/building expansion, reconfigured production lines, additional equipment installations ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
  • Extensive experience in food safety compliance. Along with numerous successful FDA and ODA audits. Well versed in FSMA requirements, writing of HACCP plan. Extensive history of "Excellent" rating in SQF audits (10 years) (3rd party), and other successful audit processes
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the organization by implementing best practices in operations management and providing ongoing training for staff members. Including the development and implementation of Skill Based Pay, across all departments
  • Developed cross-functional teams to foster collaboration, resulting in increased productivity and performance.
  • Mentored team members on best practices in operations management, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth within the organization.

General Manager

ARAMARK, Dining Services
06.1985 - 01.2003
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.

Education

Business Administratrion

Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY

Skills

  • Team Building and Motivation
  • Operations Management
  • Organizational Development
  • Production Scheduling

Timeline

VP of Operations

Graeter's Ice Cream
01.2003 - Current

General Manager

ARAMARK, Dining Services
06.1985 - 01.2003

Business Administratrion

Northern Kentucky University
Tom Kunzelman