United Fresh 2019

Rudi Groppe
President
Heinzen Manufacturing International


Rudi Groppe is the President and Co-Owner, Heinzen Manufacturing International. Heinzen Manufacturing provides system engineering and process equipment to the fresh produce processing industry. Rudi Groppe is a graduate of California State University Sacramento, receiving his Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Rudi joined Heinzen Manufacturing, Inc. in 1991 as a Project Engineer. During his 28 plus year career with HMI he has held several different positions from Engineering to Sales Management. During his career with Heinzen he has been involved at some level with every major project produced by Heinzen Manufacturing, Inc. Heinzen is known for leading the industry with innovative solutions that incorporate hygienic design principles. Rudi has focused on continued education by supporting the UC Davis Fresh cut short course since 2002. Rudi also participates as a guest instructor for the joint PMA/United Fresh Listeria workshop providing insight on the latest in cutting edge hygienic design methods.

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