For the third time in four years, Zochem has been named one of the Rubber News’ Best Places to Work. How did the company achieve this high honor again? According to Zochem president & CEO, Mo Sharma, “Innovation and collaboration. That was the mantra of Zochem in 2022. We asked ourselves, how can our entire […]
Exciting new position announced for the rapidly growing energy storage industry. North America’s leading manufacturer of zinc oxide is seeking a Technical Business Development Manager to spearhead work on new technical applications of zinc oxide. The hire for this exciting new position will interface with potential clients, R&D partners, educational institutions, and trade associations. Zinc is getting […]
The end-of-year holiday season always takes on a special meaning for Zochem. It’s a time to focus on supporting the needs of families and children in their communities. Part of Zochem’s efforts this year was participation in the 14th annual “Miracle on Main Street” program in Brampton, Ontario. Organized by the Tiger Jeet Singh Foundation […]
When you enjoy what you are doing, as much as Ed Smith has, it’s tough to make a last curtain call. After a long illustrious career, Ed has decided to enter his next phase of life by announcing that he will retire as Zochem vice president, effective December 31, 2022. Ed has worked for over […]
Zochem’s “Dream Team” name isn’t just a tag, it’s part of our way to recognize and support the excellence of our employees. One of the ways we do that is host events for employees and their families. On Oct. 29, Zochem hosted one such event, an employee picnic in recognition of 8 years without a […]
Zochem president, Mohit Sharma, is looking forward to presenting at the 1st ever International Zinc Association (IZA) Recycling Conference, along with the Annual Roundtable in Nashville, TN on Nov 15-18, 2022. Mo said, “It’s an honor and pleasure to be speaking on recycling within the Zinc Oxide industry. Recycling is an integral part of sustainability […]
Please join us in welcoming the newest member of the Zochem sales team, Rachael Carter. She will be responsible for the southeast US territory, which includes Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, and North Carolina. So if you’re in one of those states, you’ll probably be in touch with Rachael […]
Bob Keys joined the Zochem Dream Team in February of 2022 after working for Purity Zinc and U.S. Zinc for the past 8 years. Along with his process engineering duties, he is also responsible for Zochem South’s Health, Safety, & Environmental compliance efforts. (Previously managed by John Stourac, who recently retired.) That includes maintaining the […]
For a fifth consecutive year, Zochem ULC (North) has earned an important safety award from the Association for Rubber Products Manufacturers (ARPM). The AEOM Gold Achievement Safety Award for 2022 was in recognition, not only of the facility’s flawless safety record but in its highly dedicated safety program. Every team member in the facility actively […]
Always ready to help with a good cause, Zochem was a sponsor of a golf tournament to support “Teeing off for a Miracle,” a fundraiser for the Tiger Jeet Singh Foundation (TJSF) in the Greater Toronto Area. Zochem attendees were (pictured) Plant Manager Shahram Mehdian and Maintenance Supervisor Juvenal Wachira. Proceeds from the golf tournament […]
Zochem team members are always ready to dive in to help a good cause. In advance of a music festival held at the Promise Land Historic Site (Charlotte, TN) Zochem employees painted outdoor facilities and did other general maintenance. Zochem was the title sponsor of their annual Music and Arts festival. Sy Smith headlined the 2022 […]
Cedars-Sinai Research Shows Targeting a Newly Identified Molecular Pathway With a Common Mineral Could Help Reverse Lung Damage in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Patients Investigators from the Women’s Guild Lung Institute at Cedars-Sinai have discovered that zinc, a common mineral, may reverse lung damage and improve survival for patients with a deadly age-related condition known as idiopathic pulmonary […]