Charles Taylor
Camden,OH
Summary
Experienced Pipefitter Foreman with a strong focus on optimizing workflows and team leadership. Proven track record in complex installations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and enhancing project efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipefitter Foreman
AMS
03.2025 - 12.2025
- Supervised installation and repair of piping systems to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated team activities, optimizing workflow and enhancing project efficiency.
- Trained junior pipefitters on tools, techniques, and safety protocols to improve performance.
- Conducted inspections of completed work to verify accuracy and adherence to specifications.
- Managed inventory of materials and tools, ensuring timely availability for projects.
- Collaborated with engineers to interpret blueprints and determine project requirements effectively.
- Resolved technical issues during installations, minimizing downtime and maintaining productivity.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced team performance and reduced operational delays.
- Reduced project timeline for pipefitting projects by effectively managing team assignments and schedules.
- Improved overall quality of workmanship with frequent training sessions on industry standards and best practices.
- Managed budgets efficiently while maintaining top-notch quality in pipefitting installations and repairs.
- Enhanced safety measures by conducting regular inspections of tools, equipment, and work areas.
- Contributed significantly towards maintaining a safe working environment by upholding stringent safety protocols minimizing risks associated with potential workplace hazards.
- Adhered to strict regulatory compliance requirements while working on various job sites throughout the US market area.
- Lead teams in complex pipe system installations for various industries including oil and gas, power generation, and commercial construction projects.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop accurate estimates for labor and material costs, resulting in more competitive bids.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining pipe installation processes and ensuring proper alignment.
- Assisted in the design of custom pipe systems tailored to meet unique specifications demanded by clients across diverse industry sectors.
- Developed a solid reputation for excellence within the industry through consistent delivery of superior results on time and within budget constraints.
- Reduced waste by implementing rigorous inventory control systems, optimizing material usage across all projects managed.
- Established effective communication channels between field personnel, management staff, clients, vendors ensuring smooth operations from start to finish on each project undertaken.
- Successfully navigated challenging environments such as confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and remote locations to complete pipefitting projects.
- Performed quality assurance checks regularly identifying potential issues early allowing for swift corrective action minimizing negative impacts on overall timelines.
- Mentored junior team members providing guidance, support, and sharing expertise to ensure their growth within the profession successfully progressed over time.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
Fabricator Shop Foreman
North Shreve Steel
05.2020 - 09.2021
- Operated hand tools and machinery to fabricate components per specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate production.
- Assembled parts and structures following quality standards and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency during projects.
- Monitored inventory levels of materials and reported shortages to supervisors.
- Maintained clean work area, adhering to organizational policies and safety regulations.
- Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
- Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
- Assembled and welded components to create metal structures.
- Used gauges, templates, and other measuring devices to inspect production parts.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Ensured a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and maintaining properly functioning equipment.
- Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
- Provided training and mentorship for new hires, fostering a positive team dynamic and promoting skill development.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects accurately and quickly.
- Developed innovative solutions for challenging fabrication projects, resulting in successful outcomes and satisfied clients.
- Performed quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths, and painted finish discrepancies.
- Collaborated with team members on complex projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality workmanship.
- Adjusted machine settings and tooling to get accurate cuts and shapes for each job.
- Aligned and verified positioning using measuring instruments to determine reference points and compute layout dimensions.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring and cutting materials to precise specifications.
- Maintained detailed records of work orders completed per day/week/month/year for accurate reporting and resource allocation.
- Managed project timeline and resources to complete work on time and within budget.
- Consistently met project deadlines through diligent time management, task prioritization, and effective communication with stakeholders.
- Optimized workshop space utilization, organizing tools and materials for easy access during fabrication tasks.
- Ensured operational excellence, conducting regular maintenance on fabrication equipment.
- Customized metal parts to client specifications, enhancing customer satisfaction with tailor-made solutions.
- Inspected completed products to encourage quality and adherence to company standards.
- Supervised daily shop operations to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
Education
GED -
Riverside High School
Greenville, MSSkills
- Flange installation
- Pipe threading
- Pipe welding
- Pipe insulation
- Blueprint interpretation
- Hydraulic systems
- Pneumatic systems
- Steam systems
- Pipe hangers
- Oxy-acetylene cutting
- Pipe fabrication
- Hand and power tools
- Installation and maintenance
- Pipe cutting
- Worksite safety
- Pipefitting
- Pressure testing
Timeline
Pipefitter Foreman
AMS
03.2025 - 12.2025
Fabricator Shop Foreman
North Shreve Steel
05.2020 - 09.2021
GED -
Riverside High School