Sean Hinton
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Experienced with operating and maintaining various types of production machinery. Utilizes technical skills to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues swiftly. Knowledge of safety standards and procedures to maintain secure working environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Blending Technician
WildLeaf Holdings LLC
06.2025 - Current
- Maintain GMP standards.
- Preweigh flavored concentrates and raw chemicals to a specific measurement.
- Blend chemicals according to the phases on recipes card inside large blender.
- Use electrical/pneumatic pumps to transfer finished product into cooling tank.
- Operate Co2 lines to ensure finished products are carbonated.
- Analyze BRIX and PH of product to ensure the product meets specifications.
Making Technician
Coty-Hunt Valley
09.2022 - Current
- Maintain area readiness.
- Preweigh raw chemicals to the desired product.
- Analyze batch card ensuring chemical measurements are correct.
- Operate pressurized vessels to homogenize various chemicals.
- Analyze the viscosity of the finish product to ensure the microns are adequate to the desired measurement.
- Operate class 3 power jack
- Operate Drum tilt
Blending Operator
McCormick Flavors
02.2018 - 08.2020
- Operated blending equipment to ensure precise formulation of flavor profiles.
- Monitored batch quality and adjusted processes for optimal consistency.
- Collaborated with quality assurance team to maintain compliance with safety standards.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and blending techniques.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on blending machinery to minimize downtime.
- Documented blending recipes and adjustments for traceability and quality control.
- Achieved timely order fulfillment by prioritizing tasks efficiently and managing resources effectively.
- Accurately documented all pertinent information related to blending processes, including batch records, equipment logs, and deviation reports, ensuring data integrity and regulatory compliance.
- Enhanced production efficiency by optimizing blending processes and ensuring proper equipment maintenance.
Machine Operator
Essilor of America
04.2018 - 2020
- Operated machinery for lens production, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying and resolving operational issues promptly.
- Assisted in training new operators on safety protocols and machine operation procedures.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on machinery to ensure optimal functionality.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- CNC machine troubleshooting and drill-bit replacing.
Education
High School Diploma - Technology Education
Parkville Highschool of Science And Technology
Baltimore, MD06.2008
Skills
- Regulatory compliance awareness
- Quality assurance
- Measurement and calibration
- Chemical handling proficiency
- Record keeping proficiency
- Recipe formulation
- Batch mixing mastery
- Safety protocol compliance
- Raw material identification
- Mixer operation
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Machine operation
- Blending skills
- Decision-making
- Machine setup
- Blueprint reading
- Quality control
- Computer skills
- Running machines
- Precision measuring
- CNC programming
- Quality inspection
Certification
Forklift
Timeline
Blending Technician
WildLeaf Holdings LLC
06.2025 - Current
Making Technician
Coty-Hunt Valley
09.2022 - Current
Machine Operator
Essilor of America
04.2018 - 2020
Blending Operator
McCormick Flavors
02.2018 - 08.2020
High School Diploma - Technology Education
Parkville Highschool of Science And Technology