Samuel Wahome

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Samuel Wahome Michinji

Industrial Chemist | Data Scientist | Machine Learning & Process Optimization

Data Scientist and Industrial Chemist with 5+ years of experience in synthetic resin and coatings manufacturing. I specialize in using data analytics and machine learning to optimize industrial processes, improve product quality, and enhance operational efficiency. My work bridges chemistry, production systems, and predictive modeling to solve real-world manufacturing challenges.

About Me

I combine industrial chemistry expertise with data science to optimize manufacturing systems and drive data-informed decision-making.

I hold a Bachelor of Technology in Industrial and Applied Chemistry and have over five years of hands-on experience in synthetic resin manufacturing. My professional foundation is built on process optimization, quality control, and industrial problem-solving within ISO-compliant environments.

I transitioned into Data Science to apply analytical and machine learning techniques to real-world industrial challenges. Through self-learning, the ALX Data Science Program, I developed strong skills in Python, SQL, machine learning, statistical modeling, and data visualization.

I am particularly interested in applying data-driven solutions to industrial systems, including predictive maintenance, process optimization, demand forecasting, and quality analytics. I focus on turning production and operational data into actionable insights that improve efficiency and decision-making.

Currently, I am expanding my expertise into Data Engineering and production-level machine learning systems, with a focus on building scalable data pipelines, deploying models, and solving real-world business problems.

Work Experience

Production Operator

Synresins Kenya Ltd – Nairobi, Kenya

February 2020 – Present

Responsible for polymerization processes, quality control, and production optimization in synthetic resin manufacturing, with a focus on improving efficiency and product consistency.

Industrial Chemistry Intern

Ministry of Petroleum and Mining – Directorate of Geological Surveys Laboratories | Nairobi, Kenya

July 2019 – October 2019

Conducted laboratory analysis and supported mineral processing studies, contributing to accurate material characterization and process improvement.

Technical Expertise

Coatings & Materials

  • Water-Based Emulsion & Alkyd Resin Systems
  • Free Radical Polymerization Processes
  • Batch Reactor Operations & Scale-Up
  • Formulation Development & Optimization
  • Process Parameter Control (Temperature, Agitation, Feed Rate)
  • Raw Material Evaluation & Compatibility Testing
  • Defect Analysis (Foaming, Phase Separation, Coagulation)

Testing & Analysis

  • Brookfield Viscosity & Rheological Testing
  • Karl Fischer Moisture Determination
  • UV-Vis & Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS)
  • Wet Chemistry & Titrimetric Analysis
  • pH, Solid Content & Density Determination
  • Quality Control Documentation (ISO 9001)
  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Industrial Systems & Operations

  • SCADA System Monitoring & Process Control
  • ERP Systems (Production & Inventory Tracking)
  • Continuous Improvement (Kaizen)
  • Six Sigma Principles
  • SOP Development & Process Documentation
  • GMP & Safety Compliance
  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Data Science & Tools

  • Python (Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn)
  • Machine Learning & Model Evaluation
  • SQL & Database Management
  • Data Visualization (Matplotlib, Seaborn, Power BI)
  • Feature Engineering & Data Cleaning
  • Excel (Advanced Analytics & Dashboards)
  • Git & GitHub

Projects

Initializing industrial data pipeline...

Courses & Certificates

Professional Programs – ALX Africa

Professional Impact

Technical Blog & Insights

Sharing knowledge on Data Science, Industrial Analytics, and Polymer Chemistry.

Polars vs Pandas for Data Engineering

A deep dive into why I'm moving toward Polars for high-performance industrial data processing.

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Data Science in Manufacturing

How predictive maintenance and quality analytics are transforming the resin production landscape.

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Understanding Polymerization Data

Using statistical modeling to optimize synthetic resin yield and batch consistency.

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Tools & Technologies

Programming

Python SQL

Data & ML

Pandas Polars Scikit-Learn NumPy

Visualization

Power BI Matplotlib Seaborn

Systems

SCADA ERP Git ISO 9001

Get In Touch

I'm always interested in discussing new opportunities, collaborations, or projects related to data science and industrial applications. Feel free to reach out!