Steve Kitcher

About Steve Kitcher

While serving in various leadership roles, I’ve gained valuable experience with a Fortune 500 company and one of the world\'s leading manufacturers of packaging products. As a result, I’ve led a structured process for global plant operations with the intent to drive a consistent, sustainable approach for performance.With the ability to bring resources together to get things done, I’ve built and led intense, continuous flow operations globally with a sharp focus on people, capabilities, assets, capital management, and total cost of ownership when it comes to operations. This includes having the autonomy to drive operational performance, efficiencies, and utilization to reduce costs.One of my greatest strengths is solving problems and improving organizations. As an enabler and catalyst, I leverage my technical expertise and networks to connect with regions and help them achieve desired results. For example, I created a Global Operations Support Center in China to technically lead plants with asset management and build both brown and green field sites.My track record reveals a history of developing and executing multi-million-dollar strategies to achieve both short and long-term goals. Currently, I’m leading the deployment of our company’s production system with a concentration on active engagement and servient leadership to drive sustainable cultural change.I welcome the opportunity to talk more about applying these skills to support your organization. You can reach me at s••••••••@gmail.com

Experience

1. VP of the Gallo Glass

   Gallo Glass Company

   Jan 2025 — Present · Modesto, CA, US

   As the Vice President of Sales & Operations at Gallo Glass, I lead an exceptional team with a long term strategic focus on delivering value to our customers while driving operational excellence in safety, quality and throughput. With a passion for glass manufacturing and sustainable packaging, I oversee sales growth, both external and internal customer relationships, and operational efficiencies to ensure we remain the preferred partner in the industry.My mission is to expand our market presence, enhance our value proposition, and drive innovation in glass packaging solutions. By aligning sales and operations, we provide superior service, efficiency, and sustainability—key attributes in today’s competitive environment.

Education

• TAFE NSW

  Associate Diploma, Mechanical Engineering

• Charles Sturt University

  Masters, Business Management

• University of Ballarat

  Cert 4, competitive manufacturing

• TAFE NSW

  Diploma, Business Management

Skills

• Spc
• Engineering
• 5s
• Tpm
• Kaizen
• Green Belt
• Iso
• Manufacturing
• Continuous Improvement
• Quality Management
• Lean Manufacturing
• Glass
• Dmaic
• Operational Excellence
• Plant Management
• Process Improvement
• Product Development
• Manufacturing Operations Management
• Manufacturing Operations