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JEFF
CEO

Jeff Ahrstrom joined Mid-Continent Engineering as the CEO in March 2025. Jeff is a highly experienced business leader and veteran of the machine tool industry and US Military having served as a United States Marine.

Jeff has served as the CEO of Ingersol Machine Tool and recently led USACH Grinders. He began his career with Cincinnati Milacron (now MAG/ Fives Machining Systems) and progressed through the ranks building industry knowledge and skills. He has held various positions including VP & GM America’s Advanced Systems and Director, International Business Development. During this time, Jeff completed his MBA from Xavier University. Jeff held two President & COO positions outside the industry with BLM Group and Berndorf Industries leading both organizations thru a period of growth and acquisition. During this time, Jeff completed his Doctor of Business Administration from Phoenix University. He has strong beliefs in continuing education and self-development.

Jeff’s range of experiences and leadership roles are a fantastic fit to lead Mid-Continent Engineering to consistent growth and increasing profitability.

JODI

VP of Finance and HR

Jodi joined Mid-Continent Engineering in 2011, as Controller & HR Manager. She has grown with the company into her current position as VP of Finance & HR. She has over 40 yrs of experience working in finance and human resources depts. She is an executive level leader able to successfully lead finance, accounting, human resources, IT, and operational administration functions for Mid-Continent Engineering. Jodi has continued commitment to continuous improvement and growth of the company with the following points: operational efficiencies that contain costs through streamlined workflow and documented processes, built a successful work environment for diverse employees through talent acquisition management/development, works effectively & cross functionally throughout the organization, readily identifies and resolves issues. Excellent communication and interpersonal relations. In her personal time, she enjoys spending time with family, crafting, and quilting.

CHRIS

VP of Operations

Chris started his journey at Mid-Continent Engineering in 2004, he took a 2-year break from Mid-Continent Engineering in 2023 and recently returned in March of 2025, as the VP of Operations. Chris has held several roles including Paint Technician, Assembly, Supervisor, Safety/Quality/CI Coordinator, Manufacturing Mgr., and Operations Manager. Also, with that break, he was a Director of Supply Chain and Manufacturing at a capital equipment manufacturer. Chris has extensive experience in operations management, passionate about customer success, team culture, and continuous improvement. Chris also enjoys spending time with his family as well as being around niche and specialty cars.

JIM
VP of Sales

Jim has been in the manufacturing realm for over 30 years. He started his career path as a Quality Engineer at a plastic company and grew his career from there. During this time, he also received his Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Montana State and earned a six-sigma black belt certification from PACCAR.

Jim joined Mid-Continent Engineering as a Quality Manager in 2007. He quickly became the Operations Manager because of the comprehensive experience in operations & engineering management positions he held in his past years. Jim remained in the Operations Manager for the next 5 years. In 2012, Jim relocated his family to the Tampa, FL area and transferred into sales. His extensive background in operations, engineering, and quality management positioned him perfectly in the sales role. Jim can support the customers because of his technical background in the business. Customers see Jim as an advocate for their business, and a trusted partner who can deliver results.

Jim is passionate about the mission at Mid-Continent Engineering, he leads with integrity and accountability to ensure that we satisfy our customers, employees & shareholders.

STEVE
VP of Engineering

After college, Steve started his career off on the manufacturing floor as a Manufacturing Engineer. He brings 35 years of manufacturing experience to the table, and 22 of those years he worked in the plastic thermoforming and injection molding industry that specialized in the automotive, heavy truck, and medical products. Prior to Steve coming to Mid-Continent Engineering, he was a Director of Engineering for 10 years at a plastic manufacture with nine locations across the United States. During this time, Steve decided to continue his education and completed his MEM (master’s in engineering management) at St. Cloud State University.

Steve joined Mid Continent Engineering in 2012, as an Engineering/Program Manager. From there Steve has held multiple roles within the organization, specifically in Engineering and Operations. Steve is currently the VP of Engineering, which also includes managing the Procurement Department. Steve’s focus and commitment to the customer has been a key role in his success with his career and for the business he has worked for.

Outside of work Steve enjoys fishing, hunting, golf, his kid’s athletics, and spending as much time as possible with family & friends.

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