John Ballijns

John Ballijns is a Plant Manager at Sonoco, having held the position since 2015, where they oversee multiple departments, including maintenance, engineering, and operations, while managing about 80 employees. Prior to this role, John served as a Project Engineer and Engineering Manager at Sonoco, contributing to equipment optimization and project management within diverse teams. John began their career as an Operator at DuPont and worked part-time as a sales assistant while studying at Hogeschool Rotterdam, where they earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. John has a strong passion for achieving optimal results and fostering teamwork while adapting communication styles to different audiences.