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John Kuhnz

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VP Sales, Conveyance at Dorner Mfg. Corp.
📍 New Berlin, Wisconsin, United States

John Kuhnz is a growth-focused commercial executive with deep expertise in industrial automation and engineered motion solutions. As VP of Sales at Dorner, he leads the North American revenue strategy, focusing on expanding market penetration in key sectors like food, life sciences, and logistics. He holds an MBA from Marquette University.

Based in Wisconsin and an alumnus of two state universities, John has built his entire career in the regions manufacturing and material handling industries. His long tenure and progression through multiple leadership roles at Dorner highlight his commitment and deep roots in the local business community.

John has held marketing, engineered solutions, and sales leadership roles all within Dorner, showcasing a rare and comprehensive understanding of the business.

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Experience
27 Years
Current Role
VP Sales, Conveyance
Job Level
Senior
Location
New Berlin, Wisconsin, United States
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Sanitary Conveyor Design
John has authored articles and is a subject matter expert on sanitary conveyor platforms, particularly in relation to Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) standards.
Market Expansion
His career is defined by accelerating topline revenue and expanding market penetration across strategic verticals for public, private, and PE-backed companies.
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Career

Work history

7-2022
VP Sales, Conveyance
Dorner Mfg. Corp.
7-2013 - 7-2022
VP Engineered Solutions
Dorner Mfg. Corp.
2-2006 - 7-2013
Director of Marketing
Dorner Mfg. Corp.
4-1998 - 2-2006
Business Development Manager
EGA Products Incorporated
Product / Market Development Manager
Menasha Corporation
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Education
1990 - 1992
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Marquette University
1986 - 1990
Bachelor's degree
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
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