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Jennifer Hanna

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Director of Operations at JBT Marel
📍 United States

Jennifer Hanna is a highly accomplished manufacturing leader with extensive experience directing operations for global companies like JBT Marel and Pella Corporation. She holds an MBA from The University of Findlay and has a demonstrated history of successfully launching new manufacturing sites, streamlining business operations, and leading large cross-functional teams.

Jennifer is a recognized leader in her field, passionate about developing people and building strong, people-focused cultures to drive business results. Her experience highlights a commitment to fostering environments where team members can thrive and contribute to key objectives for safety, quality, and productivity.

In 2016, she was recognized by the Manufacturing Institute with the prestigious STEP Ahead award for her excellence and leadership in the manufacturing industry.

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Experience
19 Years
Current Role
Director of Operations
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
United States
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Manufacturing Leadership
Her career consists of progressive leadership roles, including Director of Operations and Plant Leader, managing teams of over 1200 employees.
Launching New Sites
As Plant Leader for Pella Corporation, she was responsible for launching a new manufacturing facility in Troy, Ohio, and ramping up its operations and workforce.
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Career

Work history

4-2023
Director of Operations
JBT Marel
8-2020 - 10-2022
Plant Leader
Pella Corporation
2018 - 6-2020
Plant Leader, KitchenAid
KitchenAid
4-2015 - 4-2018
Plant Leader, Whirlpool Corp., Ottawa
KitchenAid
7-2012 - 4-2015
Director, Support Operations
KitchenAid
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Education
2000 - 2002
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The University of Findlay
1996 - 2000
Bachelor of Science (BS)
The University of Findlay
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