Conner Brown
Benton,KY
Summary
Results-driven learner with experience from Ashland Specialty Ingredients, achieving $90,000 in annual savings through energy efficiency initiatives. Skilled in process optimization and project management, I excel in team collaboration and problem-solving, delivering impactful solutions that enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acetylenics and Utilities Co-Op
Ashland Specialty Ingredients
Calvert City, Kentucky
06.2024 - Current
- Worked on numerous projects concerning production issues and improvements across six Continuous Units.
- Worked on all utilities units and completed monthly resource studies to optimize allocation and cut down on waste.
- Acted as a member of the Energy Team, where portions of the plant are surveyed for leaks, missing insulation, and PIOs.
- I have personally achieved $90,000 in annual savings through the Energy Team's efforts.
- Total material and labor costs of my completed projects total above $450,000.
Lead Line Cook
Stilley House
Benton, Kentucky
02.2022 - 06.2024
- Supervised kitchen staff and coordinated daily meal preparations.
- Managed inventory and ensured proper food storage procedures.
- Trained new cooks on kitchen protocols and safety practices.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures for optimal food safety.
Education
Chemical Engineering -
University of Kentucky
Paducah05-2026
High School Diploma -
Marshall County High School
Draffenville, Ky05-2021
Associate of Science -
West Kentucky Community And Technical College
Paducah, KYSkills
- Process optimization
- Project management
- Energy efficiency
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Quality control
- Organization and time management
Affiliations
American Institute of Chemical Engineering (AIChE) | Member, 2021 – Present
Marshall County Trap and Skeet Team | Member,2016-2021
Distinguished Honor Graduate | May 2021
WKCTC Campus Ministry | Member, 2021 – Present
Certification
- Understanding Hazards and Risks Certificate
- Managing Process Safety Hazards Certificate
- Identifying & Minimizing Process Safety Hazards Certificate
- Hazard Recognition Certificate
- Introduction to Process Safety Certificate
Timeline
Acetylenics and Utilities Co-Op
Ashland Specialty Ingredients
06.2024 - Current
Lead Line Cook
Stilley House
02.2022 - 06.2024
Chemical Engineering -
University of Kentucky
High School Diploma -
Marshall County High School
Associate of Science -
West Kentucky Community And Technical College