Arthur Willoughby
Houma,LA
Summary
Focused Welder with 30 + years of experience. Skilled at working with metal and many other materials with commitment to safety, efficiency and accuracy. Proven history of reliability and professionalism in work environment situations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Welder
Cameron, A Schlumberger Co.
02.2015 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
- Maintained precise measurements for accurate fabrication by utilizing blueprints and drawings effectively.
- Suggested improvements to soldering process to increase efficiency.
- Promoted continuous improvement initiatives within the workplace environment by regularly reviewing and updating procedures to ensure their ongoing effectiveness.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Assembled structural forms such as boiler parts and pressure vessels.
- Repaired manufactured products by dismantling, straitening, reshaping, and reassembling parts.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Demonstrated expertise in various welding processes such as MIG, TIG, stick, and flux-cored arc welding.
- Consistently met deadlines by efficiently managing workload and prioritizing tasks according to project requirements.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.
- Showcased flexibility by adapting quickly to changes in project scope or specifications without sacrificing quality or productivity levels.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Increased productivity by effectively using tools and machinery to prepare workpieces for welding.
Welder
LNH Contractor
06.2013 - 02.2015
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Developed welding processes to improve coherence, accuracy and precision of welds.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
Welder
Gulf Island
12.2011 - 05.2013
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Developed welding processes to improve coherence, accuracy and precision of welds.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
Education
Associate of Science - Welding
JTPA Welding And Fitting
Assumption, La 05.1989
Skills
- Fabrication
- MIG welding
- Arc welding
- Safety Procedures
- Welding Codes Compliance
- Vertical Welding
- Critical Thinking
- Aluminum Metal Welding
- Straightedge Measurements
- Material Selection
- Torch Installation
- Work Order Analysis
- Fire Suppression Methods
- Safety Monitoring
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Welding Symbols Interpretation
- Post-welding treatment
- Pipe welding
- Teamwork and Communication
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Overhead Welding Position
- Equipment Selection
- Sheet Metal Fabrication
- Welding procedure specification
- Faulty Equipment Identification
- Valve repairs
- Shaping and cutting
- Worksite safety
- Scaffolding Set Up
- Combination Metal Welding
- Gas Flow Adjustments
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding
- Flat Welding Position
- Quality Inspection
- Stick Welding
- Measurements and Calculations
- Defective Material Identification
- Tool Maintenance
- Power Tool Operation
- Quality Control Analysis
- Heat treatment
- Hand-Forming Workpieces
- Component Fabrication
- Operation Monitoring
- Welding Chart Specifications Compliance
- Soldering
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Customer Service
- Power Tools
- Submerged Arc Welding
- Welding
- Attention to Detail
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Team Collaboration
- Welding Models
- Tool repair and maintenance
Timeline
Lead Welder
Cameron, A Schlumberger Co.
02.2015 - 06.2023
Welder
LNH Contractor
06.2013 - 02.2015
Welder
Gulf Island
12.2011 - 05.2013
Associate of Science - Welding
JTPA Welding And Fitting