JONESBORO, Ark. —Hytrol Conveyor Company has promoted Zach Charette to Manager of New Product Development, recognizing his technical expertise, leadership, and significant contributions to innovation and growth within the organization.

Charette has worked at Hytrol since 2021 and most recently served as Technical Product Supervisor – New Product Development, where he helped advance product validation, standardize development processes, and bring new technologies to market. His work has helped improve the conveying capacity for Hytrol’s E24™ products and supported the successful launch of the company’s most recent advanced conveying technology.

Charette said, “Hytrol’s commitment to innovation and material handling technology is what makes this team special. I’m excited to lead new product development efforts that not only push conveying technology forward, but also deliver real, measurable value for our customers.”

In his new role, Charette will oversee new product development initiatives, with a focus on innovation, performance validation, and cross-functional collaboration to support Hytrol’s commitment to delivering reliable, high-quality material handling solutions.

“Zach has demonstrated exceptional technical capability and leadership at an early stage in his career,” said Boyce Bonham, Chief Technology Officer. “His ability to combine disciplined engineering processes with innovative thinking makes him a strong fit for this role and a valuable leader for Hytrol’s future.”

“Zach’s commitment to delivering high-quality results set a standard for our entire organization. His ability to lead complex projects with discipline, clarity, and collaboration has consistently moved our initiatives forward. Zach excels at bringing cross-functional teams together, ensuring that engineering, operations and product strategy stay aligned. His leadership and work ethic make him an invaluable contributor to Hytrol’s innovation efforts,” said Sachin Kadus, Director of New Products and Technology Development.

In addition to his professional achievements, Charette is actively involved in mentoring engineering interns and was selected to participate in the Hytrol Ambassador Program. He also supports the broader community through STEM education initiatives and local disaster relief efforts.

About Hytrol:

Hytrol Conveyor Company, Inc. is a world leader in the design and manufacturing of material handling systems for a wide range of industries. Since its founding, the company has been committed to advancing the material handling industry through innovation and continuous improvement. As the largest conveyor manufacturer in the United States, Hytrol designs, develops, and delivers some of the most advanced systems available. These solutions are supported by Hytrol’s Integration Partner Network—a group of more than 100 independent businesses worldwide that work directly with customers to design, implement, and maintain systems tailored to their needs. For more information on Hytrol, visit hytrol.com.