Jim Whitehead

Jim Whitehead is an experienced executive in the manufacturing sector, currently serving as Plant Manager at ITW Pro Brands since June 2022. With a career spanning over three decades, Jim has held leadership roles including Plant Manager at Logoplaste and Graham Packaging, where responsibilities included overseeing 24/7 operations and managing substantial sales volumes. Previous positions include Director of Engineering at OPW Civacon, where Jim led a team in servicing the petrochemical transportation industry, and SPS Practitioner at Sonoco, responsible for implementing the Sonoco Performance System across the Plastics Division. Jim's foundational experience began with roles at Owens Illinois and Smurfit Plastic Packaging, progressing through various management and engineering positions. Jim earned a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Dayton.