Stuart Wren
Hanahan,SC
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with a strong track record in driving process improvements and achieving zero-defect production. Successfully led large teams in complex environments, aligning operational strategies with organizational goals to enhance efficiency and safety. Focus on employee engagement and mentorship to cultivate high-performance teams.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Operations Manager
THE BOEING COMPANY
Charleston, South Carolina
03.2022 - 08.2026
- Strategically led manufacturing business unit during executive absence, guiding all management levels.
- Facilitated AFT body 'rate readiness' meetings, presenting updates to program executives and VPs.
- Planned and communicated long-range business plan to align organizational goals.
- Contributed significantly to hiring and placement decisions across all organizational levels.
- Provided strategic leadership to 50 manufacturing technicians and 4 first-line leaders in 787 aircraft production.
- Coordinated compliance efforts across four areas, managing document control for manufacturing changes.
- Focused on safety, quality, and workforce development in leadership approach.
- Mentored first-line leaders and senior leaders in AFT body composite fabrication and final assembly.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and resource allocation.
- Led cross-functional teams in implementing process improvements and best practices.
- Developed operational strategies to enhance productivity across various departments.
- Managed compliance with safety regulations and quality standards throughout operations.
- Coordinated supply chain logistics to optimize inventory management and distribution.
- Trained and mentored staff on operational procedures and best practices.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends and recommend adjustments.
- Monitored daily operations, identified areas for improvement, and created solutions to optimize workflow.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies and procedures.
- Supervised, assisted and coached other operations managers.
AFT Sr. Operations Manager (Temporary)
THE BOEING COMPANY
Charleston, South Carolina
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Responsible for all 2nd shift operations, safety, compliance along with all support functions
- Responsible for the delivery of all end item aircraft sections to support production at peak rate, on time and with zero defects
- Led 150 Manufacturing Technicians and 8 First Line Managers supporting AFT 2nd shift
- Led the production team through the beginning phases of the 47/48 Join Gap Verification
- Mentored several first line leaders across 1st and 2nd shift
Operations Manager
THE BOEING COMPANY
08.2001 - 03.2022
- Managed the operation of multiple Team Leads and manufacturing associates building many different aircraft platforms.
- Responsibilities and Accomplishments
- Manufacturing/Quality Manager for C-17, F-15, Chinook, A-10, Apache and 787 aircraft platforms.
- Responsible for leading, mentoring and growing many different Team Leaders and Teammates to promote efficient and injury free work environment
- Responsible for working with all Support Teams on document control of the many manufacturing changes, then communicating all changes to the Manufacturing Team for a seamless transition.
- Responsible for set-up, implementation, and follow through of staffing/budget plans, work-flow set-up and process improvements/lean initiatives that increased efficiency and resulted in zero injuries.
- Championed employee involvement, Team Based Business Initiatives, embraced the diversity of each team member to utilize the unique skill sets of each member to benefit the group to meet/exceed goals.
Education
Masters of Business Administration - Project Management
American Intercontinental University
Bachelors of Business Administration - Management
American Intercontinental University
Aerospace Industry Manufacturing Seminar - AIMS
University of Washington Foster School of Business
Skills
- Supply chain management
- Project Management
- Business Process Improvement
- Lean manufacturing
- Value stream mapping
- Root Cause Analysis
- Quality Assurance
- Standards compliance
- Materials Management
- Data Analysis
- Document control
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Team Leadership
- Effective communication
- Employee engagement
- Strategic Planning
Timeline
Sr. Operations Manager
THE BOEING COMPANY
03.2022 - 08.2026
AFT Sr. Operations Manager (Temporary)
THE BOEING COMPANY
11.2019 - 06.2020
Operations Manager
THE BOEING COMPANY
08.2001 - 03.2022
Masters of Business Administration - Project Management
American Intercontinental University
Bachelors of Business Administration - Management
American Intercontinental University
Aerospace Industry Manufacturing Seminar - AIMS
University of Washington Foster School of Business