About Bob

Robert (Bob) Manning is a distinguished expert in food manufacturing operations and quality, with over 30 years of experience spanning various roles in plant management and corporate leadership. His extensive background combines expertise in:
Operations & Quality Management
Project Management & Engineering
Sustainability & Environmental Health
Sanitation & Food Safety Compliance
Bob holds multiple advanced degrees, including:
B.S. in Biology – Salem State University
MBA in Finance – Western New England University
M.S. in Engineering Management (Production & Manufacturing Systems) – Western New England University
M.S. in Food Safety – Michigan State University, College of Veterinary Medicine
M.S. in Strategic Management & Executive Leadership – Pennsylvania State University, Smeal College of Business

With hands-on experience as both an internal and external consultant for major food manufacturing companies and international consulting firms, Bob has led numerous initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, prevent product failures, and ensure regulatory compliance. His leadership in addressing manufacturing defects, product retrievals, and recall prevention has made him a trusted authority in the industry.