Food manufacturers account for a large portion of products manufactured in Illinois every year, so it's imperative that companies within this industry utilize the right people with the right skill set for manufacturing improvements. From operational and workforce inefficiencies to quality control and product compliance, these food manufacturers require a diverse set of capabilities. Right here at IMEC we employ several technical specialists that have spent a portion of their career working in the food industry. Meet Ken Wunderlich and Alex Nunez...
Ken Wunderlich - Technical Specialist (Quality and Process Improvement)
Ken is based out of the Northern Illinois University office in DeKalb and brings a unique background in quality and product design to IMEC clients throughout the state. By maintaining his HAACP certification and serving as lead on several food safety initiatives during his time in industry, Ken now works with Illinois food manufacturers to ensure development and functionality of quality auditing systems and controls, as well as optimizing food component suppliers for end-product compliance.
Alex Nunez - Technical Specialist (Workforce Development and Safety)
Alex is based in the Chicagoland region and brings a specialized focus to Illinois manufacturers facing issues with workforce and supervisory training programs, as well as productivity and process improvements. With a food science degree, Masters in Organizational Behavior, and a diverse background of experience in manufacturing, Alex has spent a significant time working in/with food manufacturers establishing workforce skill development programs and safety initiatives. Additionally, his fluency in Spanish brings a unique capability to the diverse employee groups at many Illinois companies.
If your organization is interested in learning more about IMEC capabilities for food manufacturers, feel free to reach out directly to Ken and Alex, or contact info@imec.org. With the ability to serve companies in this diverse and growing industry throughout the state of Illinois, these Technical Specialists are ready to provide the optimal solutions to transform your manufacturing needs.
For additional information about IMEC's services or staff, contact Amy Fitzgerald at 309-677-2977 or afitzgerald@imec.org.
