Ken Thomas
Chicago,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic professional skilled in building machine learning models and data visualization. Proven record of applying data science to solve real-world problems. This is accompanied by strong communication skills and an overall desire to promote data science driven solutions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Scientist
Covestro AG
Elgin, IL
04.2016 - Current
- Managed transformation of laboratory workflow to facilitate use of SaaS A.I. platform. This resulted in a significant increase in lab efficiency and reduced time-to-market for products.
- Successfully utilized API provided by A.I. platform to augment SaaS functionality with additional machine learning capabilities. This involved the creation of various applications deployed to cloud servers. Applications are currently in use by colleagues.
- Leverage domain knowledge in chemistry and expertise in machine learning algorithms to reliably develop optical fiber coatings.
- Create custom visualizations using libraries in Python and R to convey concise and easy to interpret results.
- Regularly communicate with management through presentations and report writing.
- Work with a number of cross-functional teams utilizing the stage-gate project management process to advance projects.
Product Development Chemist
Sherwin-Williams
Chicago, IL
01.2013 - 03.2016
- Formulated coatings for military vehicles and support equipment.
- Utilized Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis to aid in designing military coatings.
- Effectively interacted with Sales and Marketing to engineer products that targeted voice of customer.
Chemist
Sherwin-Williams
Jeffersonville, IN
09.2009 - 01.2013
- Developed new formulations for waterborne, waterborne/UV and 100% UV coatings.
- Evaluated raw materials for cost saving potential.
- Investigated plant related manufacturing and quality problems (utilizing Root Cause Analysis where applicable).
- Coordinated with Plant Manager and Plant Operators regarding timely release of products.
Education
Master of Science - Data Science
DePaul University
Chicago, IL03.2023
Master of Science - Chemistry
DePaul University
Chicago, IL08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI05.2009
Skills
- Data Mining
- Machine Learning Application Development
- Data Cleaning
- Visualization Techniques
- Advanced Python
- R
- SQL
- Material Science
- Chemistry
- Project Management
Timeline
Associate Scientist
Covestro AG
04.2016 - Current
Product Development Chemist
Sherwin-Williams
01.2013 - 03.2016
Chemist
Sherwin-Williams
09.2009 - 01.2013
Master of Science - Data Science
DePaul University
Master of Science - Chemistry
DePaul University
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Wayne State University