AWS CWI, ACCP VT Level 2

Associate of Science in Business Administration and Management
Southern New Hampshire University

QA/QC Inspector (CWI) September 2017 - Present
Sky Testing Services Taunton, Massachusetts
• Verified that the base materials and consumable welding materials conformed to the specifications and that the welding filler metals used were as specified for each base material or combination of base materials.
• Verified that the welding equipment to be used for the work was appropriate for use with the welding procedure (WPS) and had the capability to meet the applicable requirements of the WPS.
• Verified that WPS was as specified and qualified, and that the welding performed was in conformance with the applicable procedure.
• Performed Visual Inspection (VT) on welded structures to detect and record weld discontinuities and imperfections, rejecting products that did not adhere to code and quality requirements.
• Completed and maintained inspection, test, examination, and quality control records while also assuring implementation of job site Q.C. Program.
• Applicable codes included: D1.1, API 1104, ASME B31.1 and B31.3

Lead Structural Welder January 2017 – September 2017
CTR Group Newport News, Virginia
• Performed jobsite inspections, reviewed system layouts and blueprints to identify and communicate issues to supervisors and management, as well as assist in the development of corrective actions to improve the process.
• Performed VT on welded structures to detect and record weld discontinuities and imperfections, rejecting inferior products and inferior welds.
• Monitored fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid the overheating, warping, shrinking, or expansion of parts.
• Used understanding of codes and weld procedures to produce sound welds capable of passing nondestructive testing processes including VT, RT, PT, MT, and UT.
• Assisted other welding professionals in meeting the requirements of the code or process.
• Performed welding operations such as Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) and Fluxed Core Arc Welding (FCAW).

Pipe Welder June 2016 – January 2017
Decco Inc. Brookline, New Hampshire
• Supported projects in several business sectors including chemical and biopharmaceutical by welding in accordance with approved procedures using safe work practices.
• Performed jobsite inspections, reviewed system layouts and blueprints to identify issues and develop corrective actions.
• Performed initial QA/QC checks on finished work to ensure conformance with specifications.

Lead Structural Welder August 2015 – June 2016
Trade Team USA Chesapeake, Virginia
• Performed welding operations such as SMAW, GMAW, GTAW and FCAW.
• Monitored fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid the overheating, warping, shrinking, or expansion of parts.
• Used understanding of codes and weld procedures to produce sound welds capable of passing nondestructive testing processes including VT, RT, PT, MT, and UT.
• Assisted other welding professionals in meeting the requirements of the code or process.

Welder May 2015 – August 2015
Sons of Neptune Services Swansea, Massachusetts
• Supported various short term contractual projects including bridge work and commercial vessel construction by welding the various components of the structures in compliance with government regulations and codes, and company specific guidelines.
• Laid out, positioned, aligned, and secured parts and assemblies.
• Heat formed and dressed metal parts with hand tools, torches, and welding equipment.
• Used VT to verify welded structures met quality and safety standards.

Lead Structural Welder March 2015 – May 2015
Trillium Marine Norfolk, Virginia
• Distributed tasks to crewmembers based on their competence and skill level.
• Maintained Level 1 VT qualification to ensure compliance of all welding projects with code specifications, government regulations, and safety standards.
• Worked alongside management to discuss and develop work and process related inspection requirements.
• Ensured that all welding professionals were trained to produce sound welds capable of passing nondestructive testing processes including VT, RT, PT, MT, and UT.
• Performed welding operations such as SMAW, GMAW, GTAW and FCAW.

Structural Welder November 2014 – March 2015
CTR Group Newport News, Virginia
• Performed jobsite inspections, reviewed system layouts and blueprints to identify and communicate issues to supervisors and management, as well as assist in the development of corrective actions to improve the process.
• Performed Visual Inspection (VT) on welded structures to detect and record weld discontinuities and imperfections, rejecting inferior products and inferior welds.
• Monitored fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid the overheating, warping, shrinking, or expansion of parts.
• Used understanding of codes and weld procedures to produce sound welds capable of passing nondestructive testing processes including VT, RT, PT, MT, and UT.
• Utilized VT workmanship qualification to assist other welding professionals in meeting the requirements of the process.
• Performed welding operations such as Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) and Fluxed Core Arc Welding (FCAW).

Welder July 2014 – November 2014
Sons of Neptune Services Swansea, Massachusetts
• Supported various short term contractual projects including bridge work and commercial vessel construction by welding the various components of the structures in compliance with government regulations and codes, and company specific guidelines.
• Laid out, positioned, aligned, and secured parts and assemblies.
• Heat formed and dressed metal parts with hand tools, torches, and welding equipment.
• Used VT to verify welded structures met quality and safety standards.

Lead Welder/Fitter August 2013 – July 2014
Prism Maritime Llc. Chesapeake, Virginia
• Performed jobsite inspections, reviewed system layouts and blueprints to identify and communicate issues to supervisors and management, as well as assist in the development of corrective actions.
• Monitored the installation of metal components to ensure the safety and quality of various types of structures in welding projects.
• Performed VT on welded structures to detect and record weld discontinuities and imperfections, rejecting inferior products and inferior welds.
• Communicated findings to supervisors and other welding professionals in a concise manner.
• Used understanding of welding procedure, qualification materials, and limitations to assist and train other welding professionals.
• Used understanding of codes and weld procedures to produce sound welds capable of passing nondestructive testing processes including VT, RT, PT, MT, and UT.

● Proven quality assurance professional with 8 years of welding and inspection experience.
● Experienced team builder and leader with time management, quality assurance/quality control, and performance improvement skills.
● Proficient in interpreting engineering documents and drawings, and ensuring compliance with government regulations, safety standards, and code requirements.
● Goal and task oriented with a record of getting the job done in a safe, cost effective, and efficient manner.
● Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written. Articulate problem solver with all levels of employees within an organization and customers both internal and external.
● Strong organizational and multitasking skills with accuracy and attention to detail.
● I have completed classroom training for MT Level 1 and 2 and am currently undergoing the classroom training for UT level 1 and 2.