Steve Kleist

Steve Kleist served as the Manufacturing Operations Director at 3M from 2019 to 2022, leading a cross-functional team and achieving significant sales milestones while enhancing operational efficiencies across Latin America. Prior to this role, they held multiple positions at 3M, including Global Continuous Improvement Director and Production Manager, where they implemented Lean and Six Sigma principles to drive substantial cost reductions and safety improvements. Additionally, they completed a Graduate EHS Internship at Graco, focusing on ergonomics and safety training. Their extensive experience in manufacturing operations and continuous improvement has contributed to a strong record in safety and compliance.