Brandon Woods
Meridian,MS
Summary
Dynamic Supervisor with proven leadership at Habaxin Global, enhancing team productivity through strategic planning and effective conflict resolution. Skilled in metal inert gas welding, I implemented training programs that significantly reduced employee turnover and improved operational efficiency. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment, I consistently achieved high customer satisfaction rates.
Professional metalworker with strong expertise in welding techniques and safety protocols. Known for exceptional precision, collaboration, and adaptability in dynamic environments. Skilled in MIG, TIG, and arc welding, with focus on quality and efficiency. Reliable team member who consistently meets production goals and adapts to changing project demands.
Experienced with welding techniques and fabrication processes. Utilizes precision and attention to detail to ensure high-quality, durable welds. Strong understanding of safety protocols and effective teamwork, contributing to efficient and safe project completion.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor, Pipefitter
Habaxin Global
Mississippi
06.2024 - 03.2025
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures to increase effectiveness.
- Led successful project completions under tight deadlines, coordinating effectively across multiple teams.
- Reduced conflict incidents significantly, fostering cohesive team environment through effective conflict resolution strategies.
- Developed comprehensive training program for new hires, significantly reducing learning curve and integrating them into team quickly.
- Increased customer retention rates by implementing customer feedback into actionable improvements.
- Pioneered adoption of new technologies that streamlined tasks and enhanced productivity across team.
- Oversaw compliance with industry regulations and company policies, ensuring safe and legal operational environment.
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining workflow processes and implementing efficient scheduling systems.
- Maintained high safety standards to ensure secure workplace for all employees and visitors.
- Conducted thorough employee evaluations to identify areas for growth and development, leading to more skilled workforce.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, leading to more organized and efficient stock handling system.
- Facilitated seamless communication between departments, ensuring that all teams were aligned with company goals.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, significantly reducing operational expenses.
- Implemented rewards and recognition program that significantly increased employee engagement and satisfaction.
- Enhanced operational workflow, identifying and eliminating bottlenecks in daily procedures.
- Managed diverse team, promoting inclusive work environment that leveraged individual strengths.
- Boosted team morale and performance, organizing regular training sessions and motivational meetings.
Welder, Pipefitter, Boilermaker
Lavender Inc
Texas
06.2021 - 06.2024
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
- Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability by implementing metal recycling practices in workshop.
- Increased operational lifespan of equipment with regular maintenance and timely repairs.
- Led team training sessions, boosting overall skill levels with advanced welding techniques.
- Collaborated on design of custom metalwork projects, meeting client specifications with innovative solutions.
- Optimized welding supply inventory, preventing project delays by ensuring all necessary materials were on hand.
- Improved project completion times by streamlining welding processes for structural components.
- Maintained high standard of quality control, ensuring all welds met or exceeded industry standards.
- Streamlined workshop operations, organizing tools and equipment for easy access and efficient workflow.
Pipefitter
McAbee Construction
Mississppi
02.2018 - 04.2021
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.
- Facilitated smooth project execution by interpreting isometric drawings for accurate installation or modification of piping systems.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Monitored pipeline pressure and flow rates to facilitate safe and efficient operation.
- Enhanced safety on job sites by strictly adhering to OSHA regulations and conducting regular safety audits.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
- Prepared budgets and estimated costs for potential work on piping systems.
- Operated ground microphones and listening discs to locate hidden water line leaks.
Structure Welder
PLS
Mississippi
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Performed thorough inspections of completed welds, identifying any defects or areas in need of rework for optimal structural integrity.
- Created strong structural connections using various types of welds including fillet welds, groove welds, tackwelds.
- Enhanced weld quality by utilizing proper welding techniques and adhering to industry standards.
- Maintained detailed records of completed work, including measurements, materials used, and any deviations from original plans for future reference.
- Reduced material waste by measuring, cutting, and assembling materials with precision and attention to detail.
- Adapted quickly to changes in project specifications or requirements ensuring minimal disruption to workflow.
- Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding, and using other equipment.
- Used MIG and TIG welding on structural supports.
- Kept work area clean and organized.
- Tested welding and safety equipment to check performance.
- Maintained full set of personal tools to use on jobs.
- Worked correctly with each material such as steel or aluminum.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Clamped and tack-welded components to achieve desired configurations.
- Calibrated flow and pressure settings to build and maintain flames.
Pipe Tracker
Brand Energy
Mississippi
10.2015 - 06.2017
- Collaborated with colleagues across different departments to optimize workflows that led to streamlined processes within the organization as a whole.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Performed repairs on Type pipelines.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Demonstrated proficiency in welding techniques while supporting lead technician in repairing damaged metal components.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Tested welding and safety equipment to check performance.
- Reduced material waste by meticulously measuring, cutting, bending, shaping, and welding reinforcement materials as needed.
- Completed necessary repairs on welding equipment, extending its lifespan and maintaining optimal functionality.
Auto Body Mechanic
Hickman Body Shop
08.2009 - 07.2012
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate estimates for repair costs.
- Contributed to business growth through consistent delivery of high-quality repair services that led to repeat customers and increased referrals.
- Demonstrated versatility in skills by working on various makes and models of vehicles, increasing overall shop capacity for handling diverse clientele needs.
- Maximized workflow efficiency by collaborating with team members to complete projects on time.
- Elevated shop reputation by delivering exceptional customer service during consultations and followups.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to industry standards and safety protocols.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic equipment to identify issues quickly and accurately, saving time in the repair process.
- Performed structural repairs using frame machines, straightening bent frames and aligning vehicles back to factory specifications.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
Education
Associate Of Business Administration - Business
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MSHigh School Diploma -
Keemper County High School
Mississippi 05.2012
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Goal oriented
- Staff management
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Complex Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Strategic planning
- Inventory control
- Analytical thinking
- Team building
- Processes and procedures
- Process improvement
- Operations management
- Process monitoring and improvement
- Project management
- Schedule development
- Project planning
- Priority management
- Conflict resolution
- Inventory oversight
- Expectation setting
- Negotiation
- Business administration
- Verbal and written communication
- Heavy lifting
- Construction
- Power tool operation
- Worksite safety
- Equipment operation
- Basic carpentry
- Truck loading
- Equipment maintenance
- Metal inert gas welding
- Structural steel welding
- Welding ergonomics
- Titanium welding
- Welding equipment troubleshooting
- Stick welding proficiency
- Welding heat input control
- Welding ventilation
- Fabricating and welding
- Multitasking
Certification
Welding, Osha 30, Forklift,
Certified with TWIC
Timeline
Supervisor, Pipefitter
Habaxin Global
06.2024 - 03.2025
Welder, Pipefitter, Boilermaker
Lavender Inc
06.2021 - 06.2024
Pipefitter
McAbee Construction
02.2018 - 04.2021
Structure Welder
PLS
01.2017 - 01.2018
Pipe Tracker
Brand Energy
10.2015 - 06.2017
Auto Body Mechanic
Hickman Body Shop
08.2009 - 07.2012
Associate Of Business Administration - Business
Meridian Community College
High School Diploma -
Keemper County High School