Benjamin Stetson
About Benjamin Stetson
Benjamin Stetson is an Operations Excellence Manager at USIC, where he has worked since 2018. He has a diverse background in operations management, having held various roles at companies such as Buckeye Technologies and Granite Services, and he served as a Submarine Officer in the US Navy.
Current Role at USIC
Benjamin Stetson serves as the Operations Excellence Manager at USIC, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operational processes and efficiency within the organization. He has led the development of new analytical tools to support data-driven decision-making. Stetson collaborates with executive leadership and consultants to drive long-term initiatives aimed at improving operational effectiveness. His contributions have included implementing system improvements that enhance quality and retention for a workforce of 9,000 employees.
Previous Experience at Buckeye Technologies
Before joining USIC, Benjamin Stetson worked at Buckeye Technologies as a Plant Coordinator from 2008 to 2010. His tenure lasted for two years in Perry, Florida. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing plant operations and ensuring efficient production processes. This experience provided him with a foundational understanding of operational management in a manufacturing environment.
Career at Granite Services, Inc.
Stetson had an extensive career at Granite Services, Inc., where he held multiple positions from 2010 to 2017. He served as Service Manager for Sub Saharan Africa from 2010 to 2012 in Lagos, Nigeria, and later as Service Manager for Distributed Power from 2012 to 2013 in the Tampa/St. Petersburg area. He was promoted to Operations Manager for Distributed Power from 2013 to 2016 and acted as Global Aero Installation Director from 2016 to 2017. His roles involved managing operations and service delivery across various regions.
Military Background as Submarine Officer
Benjamin Stetson served in the US Navy as a Submarine Officer from 2002 to 2007. His five years of military service provided him with leadership experience and skills in strategic operations. This background has contributed to his approach in subsequent roles within the private sector, particularly in managing complex operational challenges.
Education in Mechanical Engineering
Stetson earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from Vanderbilt University, where he studied from 1998 to 2002. This educational background has equipped him with technical knowledge and problem-solving skills applicable to his roles in operations management and process improvement.