Chuck Ertzberger
* Operations Executive & Strategist * Manufacturing & Process Improvement Expert * Leadership & Culture Development
- Role
- SVP of Production at Stakes Manufacturing
- Location
- Pittsburgh, PA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Chuck Ertzberger
Executive Operations & Lean Manufacturing LeaderI am a certified Lean Manufacturing and Operations Strategy leader with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and more than 25 years of experience delivering measurable bottom-line results. I partner with organizations to drive growth strategies, achieve operational excellence, and develop high-performing leaders.My background includes executive-level operations and strategy roles with full P&L responsibility, managing budgets exceeding $250M and leading teams of more than 800 employees across multiple sites. I specialize in cost-reduction strategies that generate “fuel for company growth” while strengthening customer experience and organizational culture.Throughout my career, I have led manufacturing and distribution transformations through startups, rapid growth, multi-site expansions, and mergers and acquisitions. My experience spans manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, warehousing, distribution, quality, customer service, facilities, and maintenance—with Lean principles at the core of every improvement effort.I am known for an empowering leadership style that drives accountability, inspires personal growth, and builds highly collaborative teams. I am deeply passionate about developing people and creating inclusive, positive work environments where employees feel valued, engaged, and proud of what they do.I have fun growing companies, strengthening cultures, and improving the bottom line.
Experience
SVP of Production
Apr 2024 — Present · Cleveland, OH, US
Education
University of Pittsburgh
B.S., Mechanical Engineering
Skills
- Logistics
- P&L Management
- Business Process Improvement
- Supply Chain
- Culture Development
- Strategic Planning
- Management
- Six Sigma
- Leadership Development Coaching
- Operations Management
- Lean Manufacturing
- Product Development
- Process Improvement
- Start-Ups
- Strategy
- Turnaround Strategy
- Marketing Strategy
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Leadership
- Manufacturing Productivity
- Manufacturing
- Supply Chain Management
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