Open To Work
Andrew C. Ferreira Jr.
Welder III
Saint Cloud,MN
Summary
Accomplished professional with over 30 years experience in the welding industry; overseeing the production of government contract components, writing weld schedules and WPSs, training and preparing personnel for certification, as well as proven results in aerospace, structural and pipe welding, fabrication, quality assurance, in-process inspection, materials testing, is seeking an opportunity to lead a progressive and results-oriented team.
Experienced team manager Experience with ISO 9001-2008 Experience in interpreting various AWS and ASME codes Experience in NDT Experienced in Test Witnessing and in-process inspection Certified to AWS D17.1 2010 in GTAW for 17-4 PH stainless steel, 6061 T-6 aluminum, and 4130 alloy steel Certified to AWS D1.1 and D1.2 in GMAW Certified to ASME Section 9 in GTAW and FCAW for Nitronic 60, incoloy 800, 300 and 400 series stainless, P-11 and P-22 chrome steels and 4130 alloys Knowledgeable of AWS VIW-M 2008 Visual Inspection Manual for Weld Inspection Knowledgeable of AWS 2.4 2012 Standard Symbols for Welding, Brazing and Nondestructive Examination Proven knowledge of metallurgy and engineering requirements Knowledgeable of shipping schedules and job travelers Effectively analytical Excellent written and verbal skills Strong work ethic
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Welder III
Anderson Dahlen
Ramsey, MN
11.2025 - Current
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise weld placements.
- Maintained welding equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
Weld Supervisor
Tri-Angle Metal Fab
Milton, Vermont
08.2022 - 10.2025
- Supervised daily operations on the production floor to ensure workflow efficiency.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated material procurement for production needs.
Controls Welder
National Oilwell Varco Inc
Houston, Texas
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Fabricated metal components using Stick and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise weld placement.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols while operating welding equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow efficiency on projects.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
Nightshift Weldshop Supervisor
Woven Metal Products
Alvin, TX
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Responsible for delegating work to welders
- Responsible for on-the-job training and quality assurance
Lead Welder
Northwest Machining Services
Houston, TX
01.2017 - 12.2019
- In charge of all welded products in the facility
- Assisted in cost estimation for welded product
- Performed X-ray quality welds on various metals to ASME codes
- Visually inspected X-ray film and weld profiles
- Penetrant tested all welds prior to leaving the facility
Assistant Lead Welder/Exotic Metal Specialist
National Oilwell Varco
Houston, TX
10.2014 - 12.2017
- Team leader of the weldshop in the Controls division
- Responsible for checking quality of product prior to release
- Interviewing applicants and administering weld test prior to hiring
- Responsible for inventory and the ordering of consumables
- Planning jobs and assigning tasks to personnel in the weldshop
Welder/Source Inspector
W.F. Scarince
Sauk Rapids, MN
01.2014 - 09.2014
- Performed critical welding on product to ASME standards in the oil industry
- Traveled to customer job sites, performing source inspections, NDT, and weld repairs if necessary
Source Inspector/Independent Contractor
Vendor Surveillance Corporation (VSC)
Asheboro, NC
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Traveled to various companies as an independent contractor, performing source inspections for aerospace, defense and high technology industries
- Wrote WPS for companies looking to broaden their customer base, by certifying their welders to meet new customers' demands
- Inspected vendor facilities for compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Conducted detailed audits of processes and materials to ensure operational integrity.
- Documented inspection findings and reported results to management for review.
Lead Welder/Weld Inspector/Consultant
Tri-Angle Metal Fabricators
Milton, VT
08.2003 - 12.2012
- Team leader of four welders in the production of a variety of commercial products and various government contract components, i.e., aircraft fuel systems and armament gun systems.
- Oversee welding assignments and verify certification of welders for particular metal types and range thickness according to weld schedule and personal certifications
- Assist in writing weld schedules by giving amperage settings, shielding gas types and volumes, welding electrode types and sizes, and filler types to be used
- Interview welding applicants for open positions, administer welding test
- Administer instruction, certification and test witnessing in stainless steel, aluminum and alloy steel to AWS D17.1 2010
Co-Owner/Independent Contractor
Gates-In-Motion
Houston, TX
01.2002 - 07.2003
- Installed automatic gate motors, gates, fencing and other light structural applications
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient gate installation services.
- Streamlined communication processes among team members and clients.
- Resolved any customer complaints or issues quickly in order to maintain positive relationships.
- Performed all welding operations
- Ordered supplies and inventory
- Cost estimation
- Performed FCAW, GMAW, and SMAW
Pipefitter/Welder
Local 693 Plumbers and Pipefitters
So. Burlington, VT
01.1999 - 12.2002
- Performed fitting and welding to various piping systems by means of SMAW, GTAW and Soldering to ASME Section 9
- Installed piping systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine pipe layout specifications.
- Trained apprentices on best practices for pipefitting techniques.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations while performing assigned tasks.
- Test plumbing systems for leaks using air pressure gauges or other testing devices.
- Fabricate parts out of metal sheeting when required.
Lead Welder (Damper Area)
FabTech Inc.
Colchester, VT
12.1997 - 12.1999
- Supervised welders in Damper Area
- Inspected all damper-related products for print tolerance and weld quality
- Performed GTAW and GMAW on stainless and aluminum products
- Performed Purge welding on high purity stainless pipe
- Supervised welding operations to ensure quality and safety standards were met.
- Trained junior welders on techniques and equipment usage for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to interpret blueprints and specifications accurately.
- Supervised welders in the shop to ensure quality standards were met.
Welder
FabTech Inc
Colchester, VT
08.1996 - 12.1997
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate assembly of projects.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety.
Education
Forklift Certification Class 1-7 OSHA, ANSI, And CSA Certified - Forklift Training/Certification
National Oilwell Varco
Houston, TX 03.2015 - 04.2015
OSHA, ANSI, And CSA Certification - Overhead Crane/Advanced Rigging
National Oilwell Varco
Houston, TX 01.2015 - 02.2015
Supervisor 101 - Management And Interpersonal Skills
National Oilwell Varco
Houston, TX 09.2015 - 10.2015
AWS VIM-M:2006 Certificate - Visual Inspection Certification
Tri-Angle Metal Fab
Milton, VT 01.2007 - 04.2007
AWS D1.1, AWS D1.2, AWS D1.6 - General Welding Processes
IA Local 693
South Burlington, VT 01.1999 - 06.1999
Layout II/GD&T
FabTech Inc.
Colchester, VT 07.1998 - 09.1998
Layout I
FabTech Inc.
Colchester, VT 03.1998 - 05.1998
Electronics Troubleshooting - Component ID And electronic maintenance
Essex Tech Center
Essex, VT 04.1997 - 05.1997
Advanced GTAW - Advanced Stainless And Aluminum Welding
FabTech Inc.
Colchester, VT 11.1996 - 02.1997
Intro To Layout/Blueprint Reading
FabTech Inc.
Colchester, VT 09.1997 - 10.1997
High School Diploma - General Studies
South Burlington High School
South Burlington, VT 09.1995 - 06.1996
Associate of Applied Science - Combination Welding
Newport Area Career And Technical Institute
Newport, RI 09.1993 - 06.1995
Portsmouth Highschool
Portsmouth, RI 01.1992 - 06.1995
Skills
- GTAW welding
- GMAW welding
- SMAW welding
- FCAW welding
- AWS Certified
- ASME Certified
- AWS D11, D12, D16, D171
- ASME Section XI
- Blueprint interpretation
- Inspection protocols
- Quality assurance
- Welding supervision
- Safety protocol adherence
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Employee training
- Heat treatment
- Pipe fitting
- Pipe welding
- Measurement tools
- Critical thinking
- Non-destructive testing
- Safety equipment usage
- Plasma arc welding
- Welding inspection
- Rigging techniques
- Specification interpretation
- Attention to detail
- Distortion control
- Precision measuring
- Oxy-acetylene welding
- OSHA compliance
- Welding position proficiency
- Soldering techniques
- Joint preparation
- Metallurgy knowledge
- Project management
- Welding safety
- Torch cutting
- Tool operation
- Surface preparation
- Welding symbols
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$35/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
Welder III
Anderson Dahlen
11.2025 - Current
Weld Supervisor
Tri-Angle Metal Fab
08.2022 - 10.2025
Controls Welder
National Oilwell Varco Inc
03.2020 - 07.2022
Nightshift Weldshop Supervisor
Woven Metal Products
01.2019 - 02.2020
Lead Welder
Northwest Machining Services
01.2017 - 12.2019
Supervisor 101 - Management And Interpersonal Skills
National Oilwell Varco
09.2015 - 10.2015
Forklift Certification Class 1-7 OSHA, ANSI, And CSA Certified - Forklift Training/Certification
National Oilwell Varco
03.2015 - 04.2015
OSHA, ANSI, And CSA Certification - Overhead Crane/Advanced Rigging
National Oilwell Varco
01.2015 - 02.2015
Assistant Lead Welder/Exotic Metal Specialist
National Oilwell Varco
10.2014 - 12.2017
Welder/Source Inspector
W.F. Scarince
01.2014 - 09.2014
Source Inspector/Independent Contractor
Vendor Surveillance Corporation (VSC)
01.2013 - 12.2013
AWS VIM-M:2006 Certificate - Visual Inspection Certification
Tri-Angle Metal Fab
01.2007 - 04.2007
Lead Welder/Weld Inspector/Consultant
Tri-Angle Metal Fabricators
08.2003 - 12.2012
Co-Owner/Independent Contractor
Gates-In-Motion
01.2002 - 07.2003
AWS D1.1, AWS D1.2, AWS D1.6 - General Welding Processes
IA Local 693
01.1999 - 06.1999
Pipefitter/Welder
Local 693 Plumbers and Pipefitters
01.1999 - 12.2002
Layout II/GD&T
FabTech Inc.
07.1998 - 09.1998
Layout I
FabTech Inc.
03.1998 - 05.1998
Lead Welder (Damper Area)
FabTech Inc.
12.1997 - 12.1999
Intro To Layout/Blueprint Reading
FabTech Inc.
09.1997 - 10.1997
Electronics Troubleshooting - Component ID And electronic maintenance
Essex Tech Center
04.1997 - 05.1997
Advanced GTAW - Advanced Stainless And Aluminum Welding
FabTech Inc.
11.1996 - 02.1997
Welder
FabTech Inc
08.1996 - 12.1997
High School Diploma - General Studies
South Burlington High School
09.1995 - 06.1996
Associate of Applied Science - Combination Welding
Newport Area Career And Technical Institute
09.1993 - 06.1995
Portsmouth Highschool
01.1992 - 06.1995