John Swartz
About John Swartz
John Swartz serves as the Business Unit Director for the Commercial Solutions Division at Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, where he has worked since 2005. He holds an M.B.A. from Lakeland University and has extensive experience in managing sales and marketing teams in the welding industry.
Work at Miller Electric
John Swartz has been employed at Miller Electric Mfg. LLC since 2005, serving as the Business Unit Director for the Commercial Solutions Division. In this role, he is responsible for managing the Hobart Welding Products line and overseeing Miller Electric's small frame integrated MIG, Plasma, and Stick machines. His responsibilities include managing sales, customer service, and marketing teams across both welding distribution and retail channels. Swartz oversees a substantial portfolio that exceeds $150 million in consumer-level products.
Education and Expertise
John Swartz holds an M.B.A. with a focus on Project Management from Lakeland University, where he studied from 2010 to 2012. He also completed a B.S. in Business Management at the University of Phoenix from 2002 to 2004. Additionally, he earned an A.A.S. in Weld Technology from Milwaukee Area Technical College between 1998 and 2000. Swartz further enhanced his leadership skills by participating in Leadership Fox Cities from 2012 to 2013.
Background
Prior to his tenure at Miller Electric, John Swartz worked at Eutectic Corporation from 2001 to 2005. In this position, he served as a Product Manager for Welding Equipment and as a Technical Welding Advisor. His experience in the welding industry spans over two decades, contributing to his expertise in managing product lines and customer relations.
Achievements
Throughout his career, John Swartz has been instrumental in managing significant product lines and overseeing large portfolios. His leadership at Miller Electric includes the management of sales and marketing teams, contributing to the growth and visibility of the company's consumer-level products. His educational background in business management and project management supports his strategic approach to business operations.