JUAN CARLOS TINOCO
Cottage Grove
Summary
Visionary engineering and manufacturing executive with over 20 years of experience in scaling technology-driven businesses within advanced manufacturing and flexible packaging. Expertise in transforming concepts into commercially viable products, managing multimillion-dollar operations, and leading cross-functional teams. Skilled in P&L management, strategic planning, quality systems, and product innovation. Open to senior leadership roles prioritizing operational growth and market development.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager / Partner
LaserSharp FlexPak Services, LLC
01.2008 - 04.2026
- Responsible for full business leadership including financial performance, strategic planning, operations, engineering, sales, and technology development.
- Scaled company revenue from startup ($0) to more than 6 Million annually, sustaining profitable operations for over 16 years.
- Expanded the customer base from a handful of early adopters to 200+ customers across the flexible packaging industry.
- Held full P&L responsibility, including financial forecasting, budgeting, capital planning, and profitability management.
- Developed and executed annual operating plans and growth strategies.
- Led all core company functions including: Operations and manufacturing, Engineering and product development, Sales and business development, Marketing and brand positioning, Financial management and accounting, Quality and regulatory compliance.
- Developed and commercialized multiple proprietary packaging technologies and patents, including: PrimePeel – laser-enabled easy-open technology for flexible packaging, PrimeTear – precision laser scoring technology for polyethylene materials, PrimeVent – degassing technology enabling controlled CO₂ release in coffee packaging.
- Played a key leadership role in establishing PrimeVent LLC, a company dedicated to commercializing the PrimeVent technology platform.
- Directed advanced manufacturing operations utilizing laser digital converting technology to process Flexible packaging films.
- Implemented and maintained food industry quality and safety programs including: SQF (Safe Quality Food), AIB (American Institute of Baking), ISO-based quality frameworks.
- Led process improvements that enhanced manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and customer satisfaction.
- Co-founded and led a laser converting and flexible packaging technology company, building the business from concept to a multimillion-dollar operation serving more than 200 customers across North America.
Applications Engineer
LasX Industries
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Led development of a new flexible packaging market segment for laser converting technology.
- Identified new applications for laser scoring and perforation in flexible packaging materials.
- Secured a two-year supply contract with a major consumer brand, establishing the foundation for a new flexible packaging division.
- Led application development, customer trials, and technical demonstrations that accelerated industry adoption of the technology.
Process Engineer
LasX Industries
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Improved productivity, process stability, and product quality through engineering analysis and process improvement initiatives.
- Optimized laser converting processes for industrial and packaging applications, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Designed, procured, and implemented production equipment to support streamlined manufacturing operations.
- Established documentation and quality control systems to ensure scalability and consistency in production.
Education
Master of Science - Management Technology
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Menomonie, Wisconsin08-2004
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Universidad Central De Venezuela
Caracas, Venezuela07-1996
Skills
- Project Management
- 5S methodology
- Lean Manufacturing
- Operational efficiency
- Process improvement
- Quality compliance
- Supply chain management
- ERP systems
- AI analytics
- CAM Systems
- Microsoft Office Suite
- MS Project
- Salesforce
- Mondaycom
- P&L analysis
- Safety protocol
- Strategic planning
- International business
- Team leadership
- Staff training/development
- Staff motivation
- Performance improvement
- Client relations
- Customer relationship management
- Inventory control
- Safety protocol
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Team building
- Collaborative team member
- Relationship building
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Effective leader
- Organizational development
- Relationship building
- Inventory control
- Safety protocol
Additional Information
US Citizen, Venezuelan Citizen, Experience with all sources of manufacturing, Construction, quality and warehouse tools;, CNC Milling and Lathe Machines, Forklifts, Laser processing Expert, Roll-to-roll Equipment (Roll Doctor, Rewinders, Thermo-laminators, inspection machines), Slitter rewinders, Flexo-graphic printing, Pouch converting, Laser processing equipment, Film Laminators, Pallet wrappers, jacks, etc, Microscopes, oscilloscopes, tensile testers, etc
Languages
- English, Native
- Spanish, Native
Certifications Professional Affiliations
- APICS – CPIM (Basics of Supply Chain Management)
- Registered Venezuelan Engineer – No. 101,678
- APICS Member
- Certified Food Manager
- Certified Coffee Roaster
Core Leadership Competencies
- Business & Strategic Leadership
- P&L Ownership and Financial Planning
- Manufacturing Operations Management
- Product Development & Commercialization
- Flexible Packaging Technology Innovation
- Market Development & Strategic Partnerships
- Startup Leadership & Organizational Growth
- Quality Systems Implementation (SQF, AIB, ISO)
- Advanced Manufacturing & Laser Converting
- Process Engineering & Continuous Improvement
- AI-Driven Business Tools & Data Analytics
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
General Manager / Partner
LaserSharp FlexPak Services, LLC
01.2008 - 04.2026
Applications Engineer
LasX Industries
01.2006 - 01.2008
Process Engineer
LasX Industries
01.2004 - 01.2006
Master of Science - Management Technology
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Universidad Central De Venezuela