Zachary Cowan
Charlotte
Summary
Analytical and results-driven professional with progressive experience in reliability engineering, data analysis, business intelligence tools, and operational improvement within a collaborative corporate and manufacturing environment. Proven ability to lead enterprise-level initiatives that drive measurable financial and operational impact. Skilled in data analysis, cross-functional leadership, and process optimization, with a strong track record of improving asset performance and reducing downtime.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Reliability Analyst
National Gypsum
Charlotte, NC
04.2026 - Current
- Lead and manage the enterprise Predictive Maintenance program, delivering an estimated $31M in cost savings through failure prevention and optimized maintenance strategies
- Improved overall machine efficiency by 2 percentage points over a 3-year period by driving data-informed reliability initiatives
- Serve as primary point of contact for external vendors, managing performance, deliverables, and continuous improvement alignment
- Conduct reliability data analysis across CMMS, SAP, and operational systems to identify trends, failure modes, and performance gaps
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on failure reduction, cost optimization, and operational efficiency
Reliability Development Associate
National Gypsum
Charlotte, NC
12.2024 - 04.2026
- Analyzed CMMS and SAP data to identify reliability trends
- Supported process improvement and failure reduction initiatives
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to align reliability strategies
- Managed Operational Excellence roll-out across 5 manufacturing facilities
Technology Development Associate
National Gypsum
Charlotte, NC
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Conducted technical testing and supported product development
- Directly tested and researched 3 retail products of National Gypsum
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Sustainability, Political Science
University of The South: Sewanee
Sewanee, TN05-2024
Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Process Improvement
- Business Development
- Optimization
- Analytical thinking
- Microsoft office
- Data research and validation
Timeline
Reliability Analyst
National Gypsum
04.2026 - Current
Reliability Development Associate
National Gypsum
12.2024 - 04.2026
Technology Development Associate
National Gypsum
08.2024 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Sustainability, Political Science
University of The South: Sewanee