Zack Driscoll
Chemical Engineer
Expertise:
- 10 years of engineering experience in chemical, metallurgical, and process development
- Expertise in zinc hydrometallurgy, steel cord production, and tire manufacturing
- Project leadership for multi-million-dollar capital improvements
- Simulation modeling with Metso HSC and advanced data visualization with PowerBI
• Lab and production process optimization using Six Sigma methodologies - Reagent and raw material cost reduction initiatives with demonstrated $1M+ savings
- Cross-functional collaboration in R&D, operations, and supplier quality
- Process automation and statistical process control (SPC) with Visual Basic and PI Historian and PowerBI development
- Global supplier auditing and metallurgical capability development
- Training and documentation for new technology rollouts
- PFMEA, control plan development, and ISO-aligned quality systems
Professional Summary:
Zack Driscoll has over 10 years of progressive experience in process, materials, and chemical engineering, with a focus on zinc hydrometallurgy, tire manufacturing, and steel cord production. He has led major capital projects, including a $300 million initiative for critical mineral recovery, and has driven cost-saving programs yielding over $1.75 million in annual savings. He is proficient in simulation modeling, SPC, and data visualization using tools like Metso HSC, PowerBI, and PI Historian. His work spans lab-scale testing, reagent evaluation, and process automation, along with extensive experience in supplier quality and manufacturing audits. A Six Sigma Green Belt, Zack Driscoll excels in cross-functional collaboration and process improvement, consistently delivering technical solutions that align with business goals.