Mike Kane founded Kane Manufacturing in 1969 and grew it into a leading national manufacturer of farm equipment for customers in North America and around the world.
CARING: Like you, we care about animal health, comfort and welfare. Our products help sort livestock, keep them warm and keep them fed. And our customers trust our popular sorting panels and electric heat mats, feeding and watering equipment, and milk replacement feeders.
DEPENDABLE: We support our customers with a global distribution network and talented sales force operating worldwide. We aggressively compete in every market of our industry to provide superior quality, competitive pricing and responsive customer service.
DURABLE: We offer our customers products that add value to their operations using superior materials, innovative designs and the latest technology. Our products are energy efficient, durable and designed to improve production. And all our products are designed and manufactured in the USA.
Mike Kane founded Kane Manufacturing in 1969 and grew it into a leading national manufacturer of farm equipment serving customers in North America and in over 40 countries around the world.
In 2016, Kane Manufacturing was acquired by an affiliate of Lee Container Corporation (a leading manufacturer of plastic containers headquartered in Homerville, Georgia). Following this acquisition, Lee Container’s president Robert Varnedoe became President of Kane Manufacturing and Mike Kane stayed with the company as a consultant. Mike Kane passed away in April 2017 at the age of 79.
The company continues to operate under the name Kane Manufacturing and serves its customers from its headquarters in Pleasant Hill, Iowa with Kane’s experienced staff.
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Scott became President of Kane Manufacturing in 2018, after serving as Sales Manager since joining the company in 2014. He has a background in Ag Marketing and Sales. Scott and his family own and operate a hobby farm in Central Iowa.
President
Robert is the head of Product Development for Kane Manufacturing. He was previously President of Kane Manufacturing, a position he assumed in 2016, following the acquisition of Kane Manufacturing by an affiliated company of Lee Container (a leading national manufacturer of plastic containers headquartered in Homerville, GA). Robert is also President of Lee Container.
Product Development
Jen has been with Kane since 2003, and has a professional background in accounting. She is our Office Manager in Pleasant Hill, and also serves as our receptionist.
Customer Service/Office Manager
Joel joined Kane in 2017, and has six years of experience in various positions with Lee Container. He brings an in-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and managing a world-class quality assurance program.
Product Development
Garry joined Kane in 2016. His passion for the swine industry has driven a career with over 30 years of involvement in the Purebred, Commercial and Show Pig segments of the industry.
Southeast Region Sales Manager
Mike joined Kane in 2018, and has spent his entire life in the swine industry. He has experience in both practical swine production and with raising show pigs. Mike will be spearheading Midwest sales, and is also focused on developing new products for the show pig industry.
Midwest Regional Sales Manager
Allen joined Kane in 2018, and is head of Quality Assurance. He is also Corporate Quality Manager for Lee Container. He has 30 years of experience in quality control in both management and supervisor roles. His professional background includes work with BASF and Microchem in analytical chemistry and manufacturing.
Quality Assurance
Mike Kane founded Kane Manufacturing in 1969 and grew it into a leading national manufacturer of farm equipment for customers in North America and around the world.