Rick Stollsteimer
About Rick Stollsteimer
Rick Stollsteimer serves as the Plant Manager at Gopher Resource in Eagan, Minnesota, where he has worked since 2021. He has a strong background in operations management, with previous roles at Kloeckner Metals Corporation and Koester Metals, and is recognized for implementing continuous improvement practices and fostering leadership development.
Work at Gopher Resource
Rick Stollsteimer has served as the Plant Manager at Gopher Resource since 2021. In this role, he has implemented continuous improvement best practices that have enhanced conversion costs, stability, quality, on-time in-full (OTIF) performance, and operational flow and velocity. His leadership focuses on optimizing plant operations and ensuring that the facility meets its strategic goals.
Previous Experience in Operations Management
Prior to his current role, Rick Stollsteimer held various positions in operations management. He worked at Kloeckner Metals Corporation for over a decade, serving as Regional Plant Manager and later as Regional Director of Operations. He also held the position of Corporate Director of Operational Excellence at Kloeckner from 2018 to 2021. His experience includes a role as Vice President of Operations at Koester Metals, Inc. and Director of Aerosol Operations at BWAY Corporation.
Education and Expertise
Rick Stollsteimer holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance and Operations Management from Saint Francis University, which he completed from 1996 to 1998. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics from The University of Findlay between 1990 and 1994. Additionally, he possesses a Lean Master/Six Sigma Black Belt Certification, underscoring his expertise in process improvement methodologies.
Leadership and Development Focus
Rick Stollsteimer is known for identifying talent gaps and creating opportunities for leadership development within organizations. He has developed 3-5 year tactical plans to align operational strategies with organizational vision. His approach emphasizes improving transparency and control in projects, which leads to cost efficiencies and productivity increases.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
Stollsteimer has a reputation for forging partnerships and bringing stakeholders together. His efforts have facilitated faster adoption of organizational changes, enhancing collaboration across teams. This focus on stakeholder engagement has contributed to the successful implementation of operational strategies in his previous and current roles.