Robert Cummer

Chief Operating Officer / CTO
Automation Engineer & Entrepreneur
Published Author & Storyteller
Adjunct Professor

30+ years of experience in industrial automation and food systems. 2 patents. 2 successful ventures. Currently leading digital transformation at Molly's Grape & Citrus while writing the Knox Ramsey thriller series.

2023 - Present
COO / CTO
Molly's Grape & Citrus Company

Leading digital transformation of premium produce distribution. Implementing ERP systems, ensuring PTL/FSMA 204 compliance, and proving small teams can achieve enterprise-level excellence.

2019 - 2023
Founder / President
Iris Automation LLC

Award-winning automation consultancy. Winner: 2021 Michigan Small Business Entrepreneur of the Year. Developed REAP agricultural automation platform.

2008 - 2019
Process Control Leadership
The Dow Chemical Company

Technical Leader, Group Leader, Senior Engineer. Led global teams, managed $4MM portfolio, received Platinum Award. Co-inventor on shrink film measurement patents.

1992 - 2008
Engineering Excellence
Multiple Fortune 500 Companies

V I Engineering, Wineman Technology, Inergy Automotive, H.E. Services. Specialized in automated test equipment, process control, and system integration.

30+
Years Experience
2
Patents
2
Companies Founded
100%
FSMA Compliant