Core Molding Technologies Inc. has named John Zimmer as CFO, replacing Herman Dick Jr. who left the manufacturer after 11 years to join a Methodist ministry.<br /><br />Zimmer joins Core (NYSEMKT:CMT) with 25 years of finance and accounting experience, most recently serving as CFO of California-based construction materials manufacturer Parex Group. The Ohio State University graduate also spent time with Dublin-based Cardinal Health Inc. (NYSE:CAH) and at trading card company Upper Deck, like Parex based in the San Diego area, according to his LinkedIn profile.<br /><br />“John brings a wealth of experience and expertise in finance and accounting along with skills in manufacturing, strategy implementation and mergers and acquisitions,” CEO Kevin Barnett said in a press release.