Brian Drane
Conroe,TX
Summary
Quality Control Technician and Welder with extensive experience in maintaining quality documentation, optimizing calibration schedules, and conducting thorough inspections and audits. Skilled in data analysis, root cause analysis, and collaborating with production teams to improve quality and efficiency. Known for proactive problem-solving and commitment to continuous improvement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Technician
Ansco
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
- Optimized calibration schedules for measurement equipment, ensuring consistent accuracy during inspections.
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas of concern and recommend proactive solutions, resulting in fewer product returns.
- Conducted thorough root cause analysis for recurring issues, leading to targeted corrective actions and continuous improvement.
- Conducted comprehensive audits of production processes to ensure compliance with internal and external quality standards.
- Improved inter-departmental communication by establishing regular meetings between quality control and production teams, fostering culture of continuous improvement.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by identifying and rectifying defects before products reached market.
- Implemented digital tracking system for quality control reports, improving data accuracy and accessibility.
- Collaborated with production team to refine manufacturing processes, resulting in higher quality outputs.
- Contributed to reduction of waste by identifying inefficiencies in production process and suggesting improvements.
- Led project to update company's quality control manual, ensuring it reflected current best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Increased efficiency in testing process with implementation of streamlined quality control procedures.
- Facilitated training sessions for new technicians, elevating overall competency of quality control team.
- Maintained meticulous records of quality control efforts, providing reliable audit trail for compliance purposes.
- Developed quality control checklist for each product category, standardizing inspection process.
- Reduced product return rates, meticulously examining each item for adherence to quality specifications.
- Played key role in obtaining prestigious industry certification for company by leading quality control aspect of audit.
- Improved product reliability with thorough quality assessments and feedback to production team.
- Supported development of new product line by providing expert quality control advice, ensuring successful market launch.
- Ensured product quality met industry standards by conducting detailed inspections and performing rigorous testing.
- Collaborated with production teams to address and resolve quality concerns, improving overall product reliability.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting comprehensive inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of all quality control activities, ensuring easy retrieval for audits or management inquiries.
- Proposed corrective actions to address recurring quality issues.
- Trained new team members on proper quality control techniques, fostering a culture of excellence within the department.
- Tested and evaluated product precision against specifications to reduce discrepancies.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Reduced customer complaints by proactively addressing potential issues before products left the facility.
- Collaborated with production staff to improve processes, reduce defects and optimize quality.
- Developed and implemented quality control processes to meet product standards.
- Kept up-to-date with industry best practices and emerging technologies to continually improve the effectiveness of quality control measures.
- Streamlined defect reporting process, enabling quicker response times and corrective action.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Reviewed production processes and identified potential quality issues.
- Conducted data review and followed standard practices to find solutions.
- Interpreted test results by comparing to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
- Liaised between quality control and other departments and contractors, providing project updates and consultation.
Welder Helper
WHC Energy Services
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Maintained equipment in good working order.
- Contributed to on-time project completion by efficiently organizing materials and maintaining a clean work area.
- Ensured high-quality welds through pre-weld joint preparation, including cleaning surfaces and removing debris.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Kept positive attitude focused on learning new processes and techniques.
- Reduced downtime by ensuring timely maintenance and repair of welding tools and machinery.
- Supported a positive work environment by maintaining professional conduct, demonstrating respect for colleagues, and actively engaging in ongoing learning opportunities.
- Upheld company standards through compliance with industry regulations, codes, and guidelines during all activities.
- Improved workplace safety by diligently following safety protocols and procedures during all tasks.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new processes, techniques, or equipment as required for different projects or assignments.
- Minimized defects with thorough post-weld inspections, identifying any issues for prompt correction.
- Promoted team efficiency by swiftly transporting materials to designated areas using proper lifting techniques.
- Enhanced weld quality by assisting in the preparation of materials and equipment for welding projects.
- Strengthened overall performance under pressure while adhering to tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks and utilizing effective time management techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Maintained optimal equipment functionality by conducting routine inspections and performing minor repairs when necessary.
- Assisted in meeting project specifications by accurately interpreting blueprints, schematics, and work orders.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Followed safety protocols on job sites.
- Operated variety of power tools and hand tools.
- Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition.
- Cleared work sites of hazardous items.
- Removed debris and waste from job sites.
- Maintained knowledge of safety practices for removing hazards from working sites.
- Operated heavy machinery on construction sites.
- Set up ladders and other access equipment.
- Tested construction equipment to verify working condition.
- Unloaded and stored construction materials.
Welder
Larson Electronics
12.2016 - 08.2017
- Created secure joints by properly preparing materials and components before welding.
- Transported loads as heavy as 5,000 pounds using overhead cranes and forklifts.
- Ensured adherence to client specifications by carefully reading blueprints, drawings, and schematics before commencing any welding task.
- Performed flat, vertical, overhead and horizontal welds depending on needs of particular jobs.
- Worked effectively from verbal directions, blueprints and specifications to complete highly accurate work.
- Increased client satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail in performing complex welding projects.
- Contributed to company''s success in obtaining repeat business from satisfied clients due to consistent delivery of high-quality workmanship.
- Selected, set up, and staged equipment to complete jobs according to project specifications.
- Delivered consistent quality results under challenging conditions such as working at heights or in confined spaces, demonstrating adaptability and resilience.
- Used MIG welding to form carbon steel into tanks and other metal fabricated weldments.
- Enhanced welding quality by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines.
- Completed work with proper alignment and allowances for shrinkage to produce durable welds.
- Expedited project completion timescales without compromising quality through effective multitasking when working on multiple assignments simultaneously.
- Safeguarded a safe working environment for all team members through strict compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
- Enhanced project completion rates with expert knowledge of various metals such as stainless steel, aluminum, carbon steel, and their corresponding welding techniques.
- Streamlined workflow for the team by maintaining clean, organized workspaces and ensuring proper equipment maintenance.
- Assisted in completing large-scale projects on time by effectively collaborating with other trades professionals such as electricians, pipefitters, and millwrights.
- Secured parts in position by bolting , clamping and tack-welding pieces.
- Maintained site safety by keeping work orderly and free of hazards like electricity, slippery, and keeping area clean.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Terrel HS
Terrell, TX06.2014
Skills
- Product Inspection
- Visual Inspection
- Inspections and reviews
- Workplace Safety
- Multitasking
- Audit Assistance
- Critical Thinking
- Corrective Actions
- Excellent Communication
- Time Management
- Production Monitoring and Assessment
- Production Process Advising
- Remote Video Conferencing
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
Timeline
Quality Control Technician
Ansco
02.2022 - 08.2024
Welder Helper
WHC Energy Services
06.2018 - 02.2019
Welder
Larson Electronics
12.2016 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Terrel HS
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