MANAGER
John Bauer brings more than 30 years of experience in operations management consulting, specializing in manufacturing productivity, maintenance and reliability, organizational effectiveness, and operational transformation. His work focuses on translating strategic objectives into practical management systems that deliver measurable and sustainable improvements in productivity, cost, and operational performance.
Throughout his consulting career, John has led improvement initiatives across a broad range of industries, including banking, railroads, aerospace, computers, insurance, and mining. His expertise includes operational performance management, maintenance optimization, production planning, process improvement, and the development of management systems that strengthen accountability and frontline execution. He has extensive international experience, having worked with organizations across North America, Europe, Africa and Asia.
John’s approach emphasizes working alongside client leadership and frontline teams to identify root causes, develop practical solutions, and build the organizational capabilities required to sustain results. He brings a combination of analytical problem-solving, hands-on implementation, and management development to complex operational challenges.
John has a BBS from the University of Cincinnati, and an EMBA from Cornell. Outside of work, he enjoys travelling, cooking, exploring science and philosophy, and spending time with his family.
Contact
john.bauer@streamliners.us