CHAD SIVERTSON
Bismarck,ND
Summary
Well-qualified Quality Control Inspector proficient in documentation, reporting and compliance standards. Meticulous and methodical professional with a deep understanding of manufacturing and production operations. Bringing 31 years of related experience.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
TrueNorth Steel - Tank and Structural Steel
09.2021 - Current
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Ensured the accuracy of measurement tools and equipment by performing regular calibration checks and maintenance.
- Actively participated in regular audits to verify compliance with industry regulations and company policies, ensuring continued certification and enhanced credibility within the market.
- Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, improving quality standards.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing inspection data and recommending process adjustments for optimal quality control.
- Streamlined the inspection process, resulting in quicker identification of defects and faster corrective actions.
Welder
Hazen welding and machine
02.2020 - 06.2021
- Weld repair on coal mine equipment, farm equipment, and everything in-between
Dragline Mechanic
North American Coal
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Dragline maintenance
Welder and Fitter
Vigor alaska
10.2016 - 12.2018
- Cut, fit, and welded modules for ship building
Welder
Accessories unlimited
03.2012 - 09.2017
- Weld and assemble skid steer attachments
Fabricator Assembler Metal Products
Dave's Welding and Steel Fabrication
02.2010 - 04.2010
- Layout and fabricate steel
Welder Fabricator
Fargo Tank and Steel
04.2003 - 10.2009
- Fabrication of structural steel
Shift Lead
Tri-State Ethanol
06.2002 - 04.2003
- Operate DCS computer controlling the balance of the plant
- Lead a 3-4 man crew to maintain plant operations
- Light maintainence of all aspects of plant
Welder
Frontier Inc.
04.2000 - 05.2002
- Wire feed welding, torch cutting, 12' shear, 12' press break
- Built and repaired truck boxes and semi trailers
Lead Welder
ABU Trailers
05.1995 - 04.2000
- Assemble and weld metal parts on production line, using welding equipment, requiring only a limited knowledge of welding techniques
- Lead a 5-10 man crew
Education
1 Year of College or a Technical or Vocational School -
NDSCS
High School Equivalency Diploma -
Anaconda job corp
06.1992
Skills
- Quality control
- Visual inspection
- Product inspection
- Visual inspections
- Inspection documentation
- Equipment calibration
- Reporting and analysis
- Safety protocols
- Non-conformance reporting
- Blueprint interpretation
- Blueprint reading
- Mastery of quality processes
Additional Information
Eager learner willing to lead or follow. Excellent work ethic. Can work with a team or on my own. Safety Minded
Certification
- Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) - American Welding Society (AWS).
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
TrueNorth Steel - Tank and Structural Steel
09.2021 - Current
Welder
Hazen welding and machine
02.2020 - 06.2021
Dragline Mechanic
North American Coal
07.2019 - 12.2019
Welder and Fitter
Vigor alaska
10.2016 - 12.2018
Welder
Accessories unlimited
03.2012 - 09.2017
Fabricator Assembler Metal Products
Dave's Welding and Steel Fabrication
02.2010 - 04.2010
Welder Fabricator
Fargo Tank and Steel
04.2003 - 10.2009
Shift Lead
Tri-State Ethanol
06.2002 - 04.2003
Welder
Frontier Inc.
04.2000 - 05.2002
Lead Welder
ABU Trailers
05.1995 - 04.2000
High School Equivalency Diploma -
Anaconda job corp
- Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) - American Welding Society (AWS).
1 Year of College or a Technical or Vocational School -
NDSCS
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