Hossion Shovon
Amherst,NY
Summary
Experienced with process optimization, having implemented strategies that improve production efficiency and reduce waste. Utilizes analytical skills and technical knowledge to identify and solve complex issues. Strong understanding of industry best practices and regulatory standards, ensuring high-quality outcomes in all projects.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Engineer
Buffalo Biodiesel
Tonawanda, NY
01.2026 - Current
- Responsibilities:
- Maintain the documentation of the process to comply with the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation requirements.
- Responsible for ensuring the quality of wastewater before discharging into the town drainage system.
- Supervise the process foreman and improvise the process when necessary to ensure better production.
- Ensure the quality of incoming raw material and outgoing final product by conducting appropriate lab testing.
- Maintain proper documentation for spills and direct the cleaning arrangement after ensuring everyone’s safety.
- Maintain the record for incoming and outgoing materials for DEC requirements and performance evaluation of the company.
- Submit all the reports to the appropriate agencies and address any issue if they arise.
- Maintain records for the calibration of all the alarms and equipment and ensure that everything is in working condition.
- Run pilot testing to find a more efficient way of extracting oil from other sources.
- Run the production in case of the absence of a foreman.
- Developed and maintained process documentation, facilitating knowledge transfer and training for new engineers.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, driving continuous improvement in operational performance.
- Executed root cause analyses for equipment failures, improving reliability of production systems.
- Identified bottlenecks in the production line through capacity analysis studies, increasing overall throughput rates as a result.
- Improved process safety by conducting hazard assessments and implementing risk mitigation measures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product quality, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Reviewed processes, identifying areas requiring improvement.
- Created process simulations to test operational outcomes without causing service disruptions.
- Analyzed production data to predict trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Optimized production processes, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced waste.
- Designed and executed experiments to test process improvements, documenting results for future reference.
Associate Scientist
Fresenius Kabi
Grand Island, NY
07.2021 - 01.2026
- Key Achievements:
- - Spearheaded gram staining procedures, ensuring accurate and efficient results.
- - Developed and implemented effective training programs for new department personnel, enhancing team productivity and compliance with SOPs.
- - Successfully conducted environmental monitoring, in-process testing, and finished product testing, guaranteeing the highest quality standards.
- - Collaborated on equipment and method validation projects, driving process improvements and regulatory compliance.
- - Strong analytical skills, reviewing and approving testing data, and resolving non-conforming test results through thorough investigations.
- Responsibilities:
- - Laboratory testing and analysis for raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods
- - Data review and approval for QC technicians
- - Environmental monitoring and routine testing
- - Equipment and method validation support
- - Training and onboarding for new personnel
- - Deviation investigation and resolution
- - Weekend support for routine testing and project work
Chemical Engineer & Operator
IsleChem, LLC
Grand Island, NY
08.2018 - 03.2021
- Ran and troubleshot chemical processes, including reactors, centrifuges, and distillation processes, following the SOPs and safety manuals with teamwork.
- Collected & analyzed data from the process and made necessary adjustments.
- Analyzed samples with titration, gas chromatography, pH, and other procedures in the lab
- Maintained quality of finished product from visual inspection, physical analysis, and lab data and released qualified products for shipping to the customers.
- Followed cGMP to maintain ISO-certified product quality
- Performed lockout tag out and line break when necessary
- Replaced and fixed mechanical equipment like diaphragm/FMI pumps, line break as needed
- Designed PFDs, disaster recovery plans, and SDSs.
- Recorded and analyzed the chemical data and adjusted the process accordingly.
- Trained in handling HF using proper PPE
- Cut and threaded pipes and performed lining and piping
Research Assistant
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Title: Developing and Simulating a Water-Gas Membrane Reactor
- Optimized a packed bed reactor process for WGS to minimize the combined costs of catalyst(s)
- Optimized with respect to the steam-to-dry gas ratio, inlet temperature(s), number, and type of reactor.
- Used maximum CO impurity levels characteristic of (a) ammonia synthesis and (b) PEM fuel cell
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University At Buffalo, The State University of New York
Buffalo,NY05-2018
Skills
- Microsoft Office expertise
- Matlab
- Process development
- Team collaboration
- Production planning
- Data analysis
- Process validation
- Waste reduction
- Documents and reports
- Environmental compliance
- Regulatory standards
- Manufacturing improvement
- Cross-functional teamwork
Websites
Section name
- Chemical Engineering Python & MATLAB HF handling PFD & Disaster Recovery
- HF handling
- Computer literacy including Python, MATLAB, Microsoft Office
- Lockout, Tag out, Line Break, hot work
- PFD & Disaster Recovery plan, SDSs
- Gas Chromatography, pH testing, moisture analysis, and titration
Languages
Bengali
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Limited Working
Timeline
Process Engineer
Buffalo Biodiesel
01.2026 - Current
Associate Scientist
Fresenius Kabi
07.2021 - 01.2026
Chemical Engineer & Operator
IsleChem, LLC
08.2018 - 03.2021
Research Assistant
University at Buffalo
01.2018 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University At Buffalo, The State University of New York