Brandon Taylor
Biloxi,MS
Summary
Proficient and hardworking professional seeking to advance career with a leading organization. Experienced in training, knowledge growth, and diverse work experience. Consistent, punctual, and dedicated leader focused on personal and professional growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipe Fitter Foreman
Ingalls Shipbuilding
Pascagoula, MS
02.2022 - Current
- Supervises, assigns, coordinates, and evaluates semi-skilled and skilled trades personnel according to their skill, experience, and job knowledge on new construction of ships and or overhauls.
- Supervises and trains employees to improve the quality and quantity of work performed on new construction and overhauls.
- Give training to enhance skill and productivity of employees and assists in development of learning procedures.
- Ensures employees are trained to perform tasks.
- Responsible for complying with all technical aspects of the job adherence to all drawings and procedures,
- Responsible for manufacturing, installation, operation, testing, and process operations that have a significant financial impact on the company's performance.
- Supervises qualified trades staff; monitors job and budget performance for shift.
- Inspect the quality of work while in process and ensure 1st-time quality is met.
- Check weld sizes and proper fit-up are made within pipefitting procedures
1st Class Pipefitter
Ingalls Shipbuilding
Pascagoula, MS
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Install, maintain, and repair pipes used in heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkler systems, manufacturing processes, and waste disposal.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend, and install piping according to specifications.
- Inspect work areas to ensure that they are clean and free from obstructions.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
Pipe Fitter Apprentice
Ingalls Shipbuilding
Pascagoula, MS
10.2017 - 11.2021
- Graduated Pipe Apprenticeship 11/8/2021
- Perform the installation of piping systems onboard naval vessels in limited space.
- Utilize blueprints and measurements to ensure proper material and piping are correct.
- Trained in the fundamental skills and techniques of piping fabrication, installation, inspection, and testing.
- Pipefitter works hand in hand with a pipe welder to properly fit up the pipe and/or pipe hangers.
- In-class curriculum provided in the apprenticeship program weekly.
- Courses are designed to prepare the graduating apprentice to be a leader in the company.
- They involve “day-to-day” operations of a foreman as well as training scenarios designed to prepare the apprentice for situations he/she will face in a manager’s role.
- Read and interpret specifications, diagrams, and blueprints for the job.
- Bent, fitted, and brazed pipes according to specifications.
Material Handler\E-commerce Shipper
AAFES
Biloxi, MS
11.2013 - 10.2017
- Fulfillment of online orders from retailers' online store.
- Print pull list, locate items, and package items for shipment.
- Used forklift, man lifts, reach truck for items on shelves.
- Provided customer service, stocked merchandise, unloaded freight trucks.
- Utilized Microsoft Word, Excel to keep track of orders and outgoing electronics, and high valued jewelry.
- Packed merchandise into boxes and containers in preparation for safe shipment.
- Managed full range of warehousing activities including receiving, storing, and shipping.
- Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays and promoting productivity.
- Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
- Disposed of debris and hazardous materials properly to avoid contamination.
- Attached PO receipts, packing slips, and bill of lading to outbound shipments.
Warehouse Shipper/Courier Dispatcher
Express Courier
Memphis, TN
03.2012 - 10.2013
- Same-day shipping company.
- Provided same-day delivery services to hospitals, banks, pharmacies, businesses, schools, etc.
- Documents, blood work, prescriptions, organ transplants, computer parts, tools, office supplies.
- Monitored dispatch board and adjusted call priorities regularly based on caller needs.
- Tracked changes in computer system to keep records current and accurate.
- Kept detailed and updated records of calls in physical and electronic databases.
- Managed daily delivery and work schedules to maximize coverage.
- Reviewed routes, daily traffic, and weather conditions to adjust plans, meeting daily requirements and service needs.
- Answered customer requests with information about product availability, shipping information, and status updates.
Supervisor Lead-Heavyweight Forklift Division
Federal Express
Memphis, TN
01.2009 - 03.2012
- Supervised 20+ employees on a nightly basis.
- Ensured all the freight was properly loaded at pick-up times for departure.
- Check paperwork and tags on outgoing and incoming freight for proper assignment.
- Perform a safety checklist daily on employees and equipment.
- Checked off hazardous materials and made sure paperwork was correct.
- Kept work areas clean, neat, and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Assessed, motivated and empowered team members to work to build customer satisfaction and loyalty, to support retention and growth.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Conducted inspections of equipment before, during, and after shifts to immediately resolve issues that could cause project delays.
Material Handler
Federal Express
Memphis, TN
05.2006 - 01.2009
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all received items.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
- Verified accuracy of shipments against purchase orders and invoices.
- Operated forklift in a safe manner to move large shipments within the facility.
- Prepared outgoing shipments by packaging, labeling, and loading onto delivery vehicles.
- Supported other warehouse personnel in completing tasks efficiently.
- Utilized forklift to move inventory items.
Picker Packer-Temp
Williams Sonoma Inc
Olive Branch, MS
05.2006 - 12.2006
- Picked orders according to customer specifications, utilizing order sheets, pick lists, and item numbers.
- Verified accuracy of picked items by comparing them against pick list.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area, equipment and supplies used in picking process.
- Organized stock on shelves in an orderly fashion for efficient retrieval.
- Operated warehouse machinery such as forklifts to move materials within the facility.
- Inspected and verified shipments for accuracy and quality assurance.
- Assisted in unloading delivery trucks when necessary using pallet jacks or hand carts.
- Loaded boxes onto conveyor belts for sorting into correct shipping destinations.
- Wrapped packages securely with bubble wrap, tape and labels before loading onto delivery trucks.
- Weighed packages to ensure they met shipping weight requirements.
- Used handheld scanners to key in data for packages.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cloud Computing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12-2025
Associate of Science - Bachelors Preparatory/ IT
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gulfport, MS08.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Aircraft Mechanic
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Memphis, TNSkills
- Pipe installation
- Blueprint reading
- Basic math aptitude
- Good mechanical aptitude
- Exceptional problem solver
- Filing and data archiving
- Collecting information
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Microsoft Excel certified
- Advanced MS Office Suite knowledge
References
References available upon request
Certification
- CompTia A+ Certified
- LPI Linux Essentials Certified
- CompTia Security+ (In-Progress)
- CompTia Network+ (In-Progress)
- Apprentice of the Semester (Pipe RA)
Timeline
Pipe Fitter Foreman
Ingalls Shipbuilding
02.2022 - Current
1st Class Pipefitter
Ingalls Shipbuilding
11.2021 - 02.2022
Pipe Fitter Apprentice
Ingalls Shipbuilding
10.2017 - 11.2021
Material Handler\E-commerce Shipper
AAFES
11.2013 - 10.2017
Warehouse Shipper/Courier Dispatcher
Express Courier
03.2012 - 10.2013
Supervisor Lead-Heavyweight Forklift Division
Federal Express
01.2009 - 03.2012
Material Handler
Federal Express
05.2006 - 01.2009
Picker Packer-Temp
Williams Sonoma Inc
05.2006 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Cloud Computing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Bachelors Preparatory/ IT
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Aircraft Mechanic
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
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