Stephen Fries

Stephen Fries currently serves as the Corporate Manager of Lean & Continuous Improvement at Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc., with a career that includes roles such as Lean/Continuous Improvement Manager and Lean Manufacturing Coordinator. In addition, Stephen is an Adjunct Instructor for Lean Six Sigma at Gateway Community College. Prior experience includes positions as Operations Manager at Juniper, Production Supervisor and Continuous Improvement Coordinator at Light Metals Coloring, and Supervisor at Webster Bank. Stephen has demonstrated expertise in team management, continuous improvement initiatives, employee development, and operational excellence across various sectors, and holds an Associate's Degree in Music Technology & Business from Western Iowa Tech Community College.