Scott Tower
Spartanburg
Summary
Resourceful Welder Foreman known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in Fluxcore,and stick welding techniques along with blueprint reading and weld inspection. Excel in leadership, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring projects are completed on time while maintaining high safety and quality standards.
Skilled Journeyman Welder with many years experience in various welding types. Background connecting materials to create accurate work. Outstanding safety record.
Detail-oriented professional brings extensive construction background and specialized experience on challenging projects. Smoothly leads team members to meet goals, maximize performance and maintain important safety standards. Knowledgeable about applicable codes and industry best practices.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder Foreman
Tanco Engineering Inc.
Loveland
03.2020 - Current
- Supervised daily welding operations to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Trained and mentored junior welders on techniques and best practices.
- Coordinated workflow among welding team to optimize efficiency and productivity.
- Inspected final products for quality assurance and adherence to specifications.
- Implemented process improvements for enhanced operational performance in welding tasks.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate project completion and timelines.
- Enforced adherence to company policies and regulations within the welding team.
- Trained junior welders on proper use of welding equipment, tools, and techniques.
- Reviewed blueprints or specifications to determine appropriate welding methods needed for each job.
- Created detailed reports regarding progress of projects and submitted them to management.
- Established work schedules based on project deadlines and available resources.
- Monitored usage of consumables such as electrodes, fluxes, and shielding gases, ensuring they are used efficiently and cost-effectively.
- Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning, and welding processes.
- Developed safety protocols to be followed by welders in order to prevent injuries.
- Ordered additional supplies or replacement parts as needed from vendors or suppliers.
- Analyzed employee performance data in order to identify areas needing improvement or training opportunities.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations related to health and safety standards in the workplace.
- Resolved conflicts among employees in a professional manner while maintaining a safe working environment.
- Inspected completed welds for accuracy and quality assurance.
- Assigned and monitored daily welding tasks for crew members.
- Provided guidance and instruction on proper welding techniques.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Ran the AGW for welding the horizontal seam.
- Laying out the tank per the job scope.
Welder Pusher
Matrix Service Company
Houston
02.2016 - 01.2019
- Fabricated metal components using various welding techniques and tools.
- Interpreted blueprints to execute precise welds and assembly tasks.
- Operated welding equipment safely in compliance with company standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow on projects.
- Trained new welders on best practices and safety procedures.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
- Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
- Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials from trucks and containers.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment at all times.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards during operations.
- Trained new employees on proper handling of equipment and materials.
- Communicated effectively with different teams to facilitate workflow processes.
- Identified potential hazards associated with operating the machine, reporting them immediately to supervisors for resolution.
- Conducted pre-start inspections of machinery before beginning work shifts, verifying that all safety features were enabled and operational.
- Communicated regularly with other team members regarding progress made on tasks assigned throughout shift.
- Trained and evaluated employees to ensure work performance met company standards.
Welder Foreman
Mechanical Systems Inc.
Houston
03.2010 - 07.2015
- Inspected finished products for quality and compliance with specifications.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate weld placements.
- Maintained welding equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes.
- Trained junior welders on safety protocols and welding techniques.
- Operated forklifts and cranes to transport materials safely on-site.
- Adhered to safety regulations while completing welding assignments efficiently.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
- Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Jacked and Leveled tanks.
- Bottom replacements.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Temple Jr College
Temple, TX 03.2001 - 05.2002
Lometa High
Lometa, TXSkills
- Welding techniques
- Quality control
- Structural welding
- Welding expertise
- Layout and fitting
- Submerged arc welding
- Joint preparation
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Fabrication techniques
- Grinding and polishing
- Adherence to standards
- Welding safety
- Self control and integrity
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Construction Standards Compliance
- OSHA compliance
- Site preparation
- Task delegation
- Dependable and hardworking
- Team collaboration
- Employee training
- Problem-solving
- Scaffolding set up
- Material inspection
Certification
- Osha 10
- Osha 30
- Twice card
- Fixed cab crane
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Welder Foreman
Tanco Engineering Inc.
03.2020 - Current
Welder Pusher
Matrix Service Company
02.2016 - 01.2019
Welder Foreman
Mechanical Systems Inc.
03.2010 - 07.2015
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Temple Jr College
03.2001 - 05.2002
Lometa High