Chris Winkler

Vice President of Wisconsin Operations @API Heat Transfer

Racine, WI, US
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WORK HISTORY

Feb 2026 — Present

Vice President of Wisconsin Operations @API Heat Transfer

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WI, US

Leading operations for API Heat Transfer’s Wisconsin based companies, Thermal Transfer Products and General Thermodynamics.

EDUCATION

2002 — 2007

Lake Superior State University

Bachelor of Science (BS), Manufacturing Engineering and Technology

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University of Wisconsin-Parkside

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Project Management

SKILLS

Predictive MaintenanceContinuous ImprovementLean ManufacturingProcess EngineeringManufacturing OperationsP&L ManagementQuality AssuranceManufacturing EngineeringOeeFmeaReliability EngineeringPackagingAutomationCapital Project PlanningRoot Cause AnalysisKanbanPlc5sTpmValue Stream MappingManufacturingTeam LeadershipProject PlanningSupply ChainLong-Term Customer RelationshipsKaizenSmedPoka YokeChange Management

ABOUT CHRIS WINKLER

With over 15 years of operational leadership experience I have led with passion and commitment in every role I have held. My extensive background in operational excellence and change management has allowed me to harness and fuel employee engagement, talent development, and drive operational efficiencies to increase EBITDA and sales volume.I am passionate about building engaged cultures where execution, accountability, and recognition are foundational. My career spans across diverse industries, including steel, food, converting, automotive, and machinery manufacturing. I have a deep expertise in lean business systems, industrial automation, and capital project management.Throughout my career, I have achieved significant milestones, such as:Leading a $24M capital project that resulted in a 20% increase in production capacity and a 15% reduction in operational costs.Implementing lean business systems that improved operational efficiency by 30% and reduced waste by 25%.Developing and mentoring high-performing teams, resulting in a 40% increase in employee engagement and a 20% reduction in turnover rates.Driving initiatives that increased EBITDA by 25% through operational efficiencies and strategic cost management.Successfully managing cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget, enhancing overall business performance.My true passion lies in developing excellence in individuals, cultures, and businesses. I thrive on creating environments where people can excel and contribute to the overall success of the organization.

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