Austin Windau

Austin Windau is an experienced operations professional with a diverse background in logistics and military leadership. Currently serving as Operations Manager at Heidelberg Distributing since October 2022, Windau previously worked at J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. as Operations Ramp Manager, where responsibilities included managing an intermodal rail ramp and optimizing assets through P&L analysis. Prior roles include Fleet Manager, overseeing driver compliance and safety, and several leadership positions within the US Army, where Windau led teams in various capacities, including Platoon Sergeant and Fire Team Leader, focused on soldier development and operational security. Windau's military career began in the US Navy as a Gunners Mate Petty Officer 3rd Class, leading the security force armory. Windau holds a degree from The University of Toledo, earned between 2017 and 2020.