Quality Control Welding

David B. Williams

**** *.*. ***** ****** Aloha, OR 97003

503-***-**** *****@****************.***

HIGHLY EXPERIENCED CERTIFIED WELDING INSPECTOR / ASNT & AWS CREDENTIALS STRUCTURAL STEEL PETROLEUM INDUSTRY STANDARDS INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING QUALITY CONTROL

– Highly skilled, detail oriented and experienced Welder, Welding Inspector and Instructor with broad based specialty welding and inspection, including industrial, nuclear, maritime and petroleum industry expertise.

– Expertise in visual inspection, non-destructive testing principles, stress tests, pressure tests, welding techniques, standards and codes. Familiar with various metals and alloys. C O R E C OMP E T E N C I E S / I N S P E C T I O N S K I L L S

– Interpret Blueprints and Schematics

– SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, SAW, GTAW Processes

– Custom Fabrication/Specialty Alloys

– Field Testing and Inspections

– Persuasive and Effective Communication

– Proficient in Codes/Regulations/Requirements

– Safe Work Practices/OSHA Standards

– Terminology/Weld Joint Geometry/Symbols

– Welding Metallurgy/ Metal Properties

– Weld Measurement Tools/ advanced VT

– ASME, AWS, API Codes

– MT/PT/UT/RT Method experience

– Machining/Programming/CAD/CNC

– Quality Control / Risk Assessment

PP RR OO FF EE SS SS II OO NN AA LL HH II SS TT OO RR YY August 2014 to present: Procurement Services Consulting, Inc, Branchburg, NJ – Source Quality Inspector Jan 2013 to July 2014: Greenberry Industrial, Vancouver, WA – Quality Inspector Aug 2011 to Dec 2012: Columbia Industries, Hillsboro, OR – Quality Inspector

– Conducted high level welding inspection utilizing extensive NDT and Mag Particle testing processes on various components and support structures, including petrochemical, maritime, nuclear and high nickel pressure vessels.

– Reviewed quality standards, job specifications, and blueprint designs to ensure optimized quality control.

– Evaluated, inspected and documented welding quality, manufacturing processes and deficiencies of manufactured parts, components and completed systems, including hydraulic pressure test stations and Tar Sands vessel demolition and installation.

– Maintained detailed and accurate records for all tests and procedures; instrumental in securing certifications for API 4F and 16D Audits and attained relevant industry licensure.

– Worked with various metals and alloys including Stainless 304, 308, 316, Duplex LDX 2101, carbon steel, titanium, chrome moly, and various high nickel alloys.

– Observed techniques and performance of welders in shop to ensure that all appropriate quality and production methods were in use. Facilitated welder certification tests, and maintained records.

– Coordinated and oversaw all NDT and 3rd party inspections utilizing MT/PT/UT methods. 2002 to Present: Portland Community College, Hillsboro, OR – Welding Instructor, Part Time 2013: Sabin Schellenberg Skills Center – CTE Substitute Teacher, Part Time 2006 to 2011: Clackamas Community College, Oregon City, OR – Welding Instructor, Full Time

– Provided instruction and demonstration for welding students on a variety of topics including basic and advanced welding techniques, fabrication, blueprint design, codes/standards including inspection skills.

– Ensured that each student understood welding fundamentals, safety, quality, code compliance and industry standards including GTAW, FCAW, SAW, GMAW and SMAW.

– Developed and facilitated curriculum in accordance with industry requirements, hands-on welding practices and real-world welding environments.

– Created benchmarks and performance indicators to monitor student learning, understanding and retention; developed tests, homework and special assignments to challenge students and increase proficiencies.

– Served as advisor and mentor for students upon completion of welding program; provided assistance on job searching and placement techniques and provided recommendation letters to assist in job placement success.

– Facilitated courses with a focus on interaction and open communication; encouraged students to express concerns and created an environment where participants could enjoy an enriching and informative experience.

2006 to 2008: Carlson Testing, Tigard, OR - Field Inspector, Welding

– Provided testing and inspection services including NDE and Field Inspection for a specialty fireproofing product being utilized in the construction of multiple major steel structures in the Portland metro area.

– Participated in an intensive mentorship program to gain insight into industry trends, safety, quality and production standards and conducted special inspections on structure prior to prepping those structures for fireproofing treatments.

– Completed proprietary anchors training and NDT MT/ PT/ UT/ RT 2005 to 2006: FMC & Harris Thermal, Newberg, OR - Welder/Fabricator

– Welded several alloys, stainless steel, titanium and aluminum components, including light gauge 316 food grade stainless steel equipment, high nickel pressure vessels, condenser tanks and steam vessels.

– Fabricated stainless steel cast, sheet, formed, extruded, and tube frame structures.

– Evaluated and interpreted blueprints and work orders for fabrication on custom welding assignments; ensured optimized functionally of all equipment, tools and supplies. 2003 to 2005: WRG Fire Training Simulation Systems, Sherwood, OR – Welder/Fabricator 2002 to 2003: Williams Mountain Manufacturing, Beaverton, OR – Owner, Welding/Manufacturing

– Managed CNC machining of non ferrous alloys and stainless steel.

– Performed SMAW field welding of natural gas services lines.

– Performed steel fabrication of fire training towers, utilizing various welding processes. E D U C A T I ON, T R A I N I N G A N D I N D U S T R Y A F F I L I A T I ON S 1997: Diploma – Aloha High School

2001: AAS Welding Technology - Portland Community College 2006: ICC Fireproofing Inspection License - International Code Council 2011: ASNT Level I PT/Level I UT/Level I MT - American Society for Non Destructive Testing 2012-2014: Chairman, American Welding Society Portland Section 2013: AWS CWI & CWE Certification - American Welding Society 2013: CWB Certification – Canadian Welding Bureau

2013: CTE Substitute License - TSPC

2014: Level II MT - American Society for Non Destructive Testing 2015: NACE Level II Certification

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