Jeff Plank

Jeff Plank is a seasoned professional in quality assurance and engineering with over two decades of experience in the food and packaging industries. Currently serving as Senior Manager of Supplier Quality Assurance at Land O'Lakes, Inc. since July 2012, Jeff oversees global quality assurance and food safety management for over 120 packaging suppliers, focusing on risk assessment and problem resolution. Prior to this role, Jeff held various positions at Ecolab, where responsibilities included executing new product testing, leading Lean Six Sigma initiatives, and managing engineering teams for new packaging designs. Earlier career experiences include roles at Boston Scientific and Pillsbury Company, contributing to research and development efforts. Jeff holds a Master of Science in Manufacturing Systems Engineering & Operations Management from the University of Minnesota.