Zachary Stallone
Carthage
Summary
Organized Operator skilled in equipment operation, safety and quality initiatives. Experienced with distillation, inspections as well as complex and basic operating task. Strong leadership qualities with an ambition to grow.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Relief Lead Operator
Eastman Chemical Company
01.2021 - Current
- Help Lead daily operations for chemical production units, ensure safe, efficient, and continuous operation in accordance with company, OSHA, and environmental regulations.
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize process equipment - including reactors, distillation columns, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, filters, tank levels and control systems - to maintain product quality and production rate targets
- Assisted in writing plans/procedures for plant shutdowns, turnarounds and intricate lockout tag out plans.
- Train, mentor and direct new operators in their onboarding process - helping them to pass the certification test over each unit of the plant.
- Conduct field inspections, perform equipment checks as well as preventative maintenance, and collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and safety teams to resolve issues and minimize plant downtime.
- Respond to abnormal operating conditions and emergencies, ensuring quick, safe, and effective resolution.
- Complete and review documentation such as shift logs, safe work permits, incident reports and process records with a high degree of accuracy.
- Organize and lead monthly plant safety meetings, reinforcing safety protocols, addressing concerns and driving continuous improvement in safety performance.
- Represent Eastman Chemical Company at local high schools by speaking with students about career opportunities in the chemical industry and lead interviews for graduating seniors applying for the Eastman Scholarship.
Lawn Care Technician
Total Lawn Care Solutions
04.2019 - 11.2021
- Streamlined service routes to improve time management and minimize travel costs during daily operations.
- Increased customer retention through exceptional communication skills and dedication to addressing concerns promptly.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Maintained and serviced lawn care equipment to enhance longevity.
- Developed lasting customer relationships and grew network over time.
- Supported business development by offering exceptional service that led to referrals from satisfied customers.
- Operated and maintained lawn care equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
Education
Associates in Applied Science -
Texas State Technical College
Marshall, Texas12.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Carthage High School
Carthage, Texas05.2020
Skills
- Experience in equipment shutdowns, clean-up and start-ups
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to build relationships with co-workers, contracting companies, engineering and safety teams
- Strong troubleshooting skills that address abnormal plant conditions and out of spec products
- Lockout and tagout processes
- Team player
- Safety compliance
- Excellent active listening
- Efficient multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) Certificate
- Forklift Certified through Eastman Chemical
- OSHA Certified through Eastman Chemical
Timeline
Relief Lead Operator
Eastman Chemical Company
01.2021 - Current
Lawn Care Technician
Total Lawn Care Solutions
04.2019 - 11.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Carthage High School
Associates in Applied Science -
Texas State Technical College