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ZACHARY CONN

Qnity/ DuPont
Columbus,OH
10
years of professional experience
Lead Operator of Chemical Make-up and Distillation leading shift teams in chemical make-up, distillation, PSM, and regulatory compliance. Directs daily operations and maintenance priorities while driving improvements in OEE, yield, cost, and quality. Coaches operators, coordinates semi-annual shutdowns, and keeps the area aligned with safety and core values.

Work History

Lead Operator of Chemical Make-up and Distillation

7 Years
Qnity/ DuPont | 10.2019 - Current
  • Lead team to support shift coverage and consistent area performance.
  • Provide ongoing leadership on core values, PSM, regulatory compliance, and safety across the area.
  • Coordinate semi-annual shutdowns and align operational and maintenance work to minimize disruption.
  • Drive continuous improvement in OEE, yield, cost, and quality through practical area-level problem solving.
  • Coach and develop direct reports to strengthen performance, accountability, and day-to-day execution.

Chem/KSR Auxiliary and Chemical Operator

1 Year 3 Months
DuPont | 07.2018 - 10.2019
  • Monitored chemical process conditions and adjusted operations to support stable production output.
  • Performed routine equipment checks and reported abnormal readings before they affected production.
  • Prepared raw materials and verified transfer steps to keep operations supplied and organized.
  • Supported distillation and polymerization activities by following operating instructions and process checks.

General Operator Kapton Casting

1 Year 6 Months
DuPont | 01.2017 - 07.2018
  • Monitored casting equipment and adjusted operating conditions to support consistent product quality.
  • Coordinated raw material supply and staging to keep production area supplied during scheduled runs.
  • Followed lockout/tagout procedures and site safety rules during equipment setup, cleaning, and maintenance support.
  • Documented production data and equipment checks in SAP and MS Office for accurate shift reporting.
  • Assist senior operators in various tasks to maintain casting operation and film wind up.

Education

- Earth Science

West Liberty University | 07-2009

- Earth Science

Ashland University | 07-2008

High School Diploma

Teays Valley High School | Ashville, Oh | 06-2008

Skills

Team leadership
Shift supervision
Coaching and development
Production scheduling
Process hazard analysis
DOT hazmat
PSM
Regulatory compliance
Incident investigation
Lockout/tagout procedures
Chemical distillation
Polymerization processes
Raw material supply chain
Lean manufacturing
OEE improvement
Yield improvement
Root cause analysis
5S methodology

Timeline

Lead Operator of Chemical Make-up and Distillation

Qnity/ DuPont
10.2019 - CurrentRead More

Chem/KSR Auxiliary and Chemical Operator

DuPont
07.2018 - 10.2019Read More

General Operator Kapton Casting

DuPont
01.2017 - 07.2018Read More

Ashland University

from Earth Science
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West Liberty University

from Earth Science
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Teays Valley High School

High School Diploma
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ZACHARY CONN