Michael Tschannen

Michael Tschannen is an experienced manufacturing professional with a strong background in operations management and team leadership. Currently serving as the Director of Manufacturing at Home Market Foods since April 2025, Michael previously held several key roles at Smithfield Foods, including General Manager and Operations Manager, where responsibilities encompassed managing annual budgets, overseeing large teams, and driving plant profitability. Michael's career also includes positions at Nypro, Unilever, Kelly Engineering Resources, and LOWE'S COMPANIES, INC., showcasing expertise in production supervision, workforce management, and process optimization. Michael holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from Northern Illinois University.