Brandon Lee Morgan

• Material Testing & Analysis: OES, XRF, gas/combustion analysis, microscopy, tensile, hardness, roughness, chemistry, slag analysis, grain size, intergranular corrosion

• Quality Assurance & Compliance: ASTM/ISO standards, laboratory safety, regulatory adherence, data integrity

• Technical Proficiency: SAP, PPS, PRIME Metals, LIMS, Microsoft Office Suite

• Industrial & Laboratory Operations: Sample preparation, instrument calibration, forklift operation, radio communication

• Safety & Emergency Response: Fire prevention, emergency transport, hazardous material handling, OSHA compliance

• Problem-Solving & Precision: Root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and ensuring accuracy in testing procedures

• Conducts high-precision chemical and mechanical testing of stainless steel samples to ensure compliance with ASTM/ISO standards

• Operates and maintains advanced lab equipment, including Optical Emission Spectrometry (OES), X-ray Fluorescence (XRF), and gas combustion analyzers to determine material composition

• Performs tensile, hardness, roughness, and slag analysis to evaluate mechanical properties and product quality

• Prepares metallographic samples and conducts microscopy analysis to assess grain structure, intergranular corrosion, and defects

• Utilizes SAP, PPS, PRIME Metals, and LIMS for data management, quality reporting, and process optimization

• Collaborates with engineering, production, and quality teams to troubleshoot defects, implement corrective actions, and optimize processes

• Adheres to strict laboratory safety protocols, including hazardous material handling, chemical safety, and equipment calibration

• Provided emergency and non-emergency medical transport, ensuring safe and rapid patient transport to hospitals and medical facilities

• Assisted EMTs and paramedics in emergency situations by securing patients, administering basic first aid, and preparing medical equipment

• Maintained clear communication with dispatchers, hospital personnel, and emergency responders to coordinate efficient patient care

• Ensured vehicle readiness by performing routine inspections, refueling, and stocking necessary medical supplies

• Responded to high-pressure emergency calls, navigating efficiently through traffic and unpredictable situations to minimize response time

• Followed strict safety protocols, including infection control procedures and defensive driving techniques

• Monitored hot work operations such as welding, grinding, and cutting to prevent fire hazards and ensure OSHA compliance

• Maintained constant fire suppression readiness, including handling extinguishers, fire blankets, and safety barriers

• Conducted safety inspections to identify potential hazards and worked with welders and supervisors to enforce safety measures

• Assisted welders and pipefitters by transporting materials, setting up work areas, and organizing tools to improve job efficiency

• Ensured compliance with industry safety regulations and company policies regarding confined space entry and hot work permits

• Assisted certified pipefitters in assembling, installing, and repairing piping systems for industrial boilers and pressure vessels

• Used blueprints and technical drawings to measure, cut, and fit pipes with precision, ensuring compliance with project specifications

• Performed grinding, beveling, and welding prep work to support pipe welding and installation

• Assisted in hydrostatic and pressure testing to identify leaks and verify system integrity before final installation

• Operated various hand and power tools, including pipe wrenches, cutters, and threading machines

• Maintained a safe and organized worksite, following OSHA safety guidelines for working around high-temperature and high-pressure systems