Craig LeTourneau
Senoia,GA
Summary
With over 40 years of experience specializing in high-demand positions, I have honed my ability to transform concept ideas into prototypes, leading to the production of certified vehicles for the future. Throughout my career, leadership and teaching have been crucial to my success. As a fabrication specialist, I closely collaborate with design engineering teams to develop and design products that meet rigorous manufacturing standards. Currently, I am actively seeking a position where I can contribute as a valuable team member, leader, and asset to the corporation I represent. It is worth noting that I bring prior military experience and previously held a commercial and military nuclear security clearance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Day Shift Welding Supervisor
Lasertech Metal Works
01.2021 - Current
- Supervised welding projects for timely completion, ensuring adherence to blueprints and specifications.
- Enhanced welding quality by implementing and enforcing strict safety and procedural guidelines.
- Ensured consistent weld quality through frequent visual inspections and non-destructive testing methods.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing industry expertise to improve their skill sets and productivity levels.
- Increased production efficiency, closely monitoring welder performance and providing timely feedback.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all welding activities, ensuring proper recordkeeping for future reference.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by optimizing material usage and minimizing welding defects.
- Created a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration among team members while maintaining focus on meeting project deadlines.
- Developed customized welding procedures for specific applications, improving overall project outcomes.
- Managed inventory of consumables and materials to prevent delays in project timelines due to shortages.
- Streamlined workflow with effective resource allocation and scheduling of tasks.
- Coordinated with engineering teams on design modifications, reducing potential issues during fabrication stages.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
Prototype Fabrication Specialist
Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America
07.2008 - 10.2020
- Created and implemented concepts for future production vehicles / products, identified failures and successes of a product, worked with Customer Service and Product Development departments to enhance overall customer experience.
- Oversaw test track quality and major upgrades. Operate skid steer, front end loader, excavator and bulldozer to maintain test track quality during endurance testing of prototype vehicles.
- Collaborated with designers to ensure manufacturing limits were understood. Assisted Senior Product Development Manager with all tasks related to successful product launches, participated in all aspects of product development including off site high speed desert testing and rock climbing events.
- Prioritized product requirements and set realistic expectations, responsible for seeking out and accepting bids from contractors for test facility upgrades.
- Maintain Product Development Lab facilities by hiring contractors to upgrade interior and exterior when needed or required to meet upcoming projects.
- Instructed, trained, and supervised junior team members on manual mill and lathe. Teach junior members on proper techniques of TIG and MIG welding.
- Machine to tight tolerances of inside/outside bores, on manual mills and lathes.
- Well versed in CNC tube and sheet metal bending.
- Solve complex problems encountered during assembly builds.
- Named and accredited on two Yamaha design patents.
- Observe all safety practices and procedures, responsible for all metal working and welding operations in the product development lab.
- Layout and build close tolerance welding fixtures for prototype vehicles and accessories.
Owner/Operator
Ballistic Pipe Werx llc
01.2002 - 06.2008
- Owned and operated a small custom fabrication shop. Employed 5 additional team members.
- Designed and fabricated OEM exhaust systems for custom motorcycle manufacturers.
- Performed various welding and machining tasks, taught junior members proper safety techniques and tool use.
- Planned and paced work efficiently according to individuals team members abilities.
- Made sure all team members observed safety policies and procedures.
- Inspected out going parts for cleanliness and dimensional accuracy.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Cultivated a positive work environment, leading to higher employee retention rates and overall job satisfaction.
- Implemented corrective action plans and created scheduled TPM on machines and equipment.
- Combined welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge, and engineering to create quality welded components and trained junior members on these processes.
Education
Forklift Certified -
Toyota of Scottdale
Scottdale, GA08.2008
Associate Degree - Motorcycle technician -
Motorcycle Mechanics Institute
Phoenix, AZ08.1994
Rank: HT2 (E5) -
US Navy
San Diego, CA08.1985
Diploma -
Ayer High School
Ayer, MA06.1981
Skills
- Stick Welding
- Welding Supervision
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
- Welding Certification
- Flux-Cored Welding
- Welding Shop Management
- Welding Fixture Design
- Welding Dimensional Inspection
- Pipe welding
- Precision measuring
- Overhead Crane and Rigging
- Commercial and Military Nuclear Welding Certifications
- Commercial and Military Security Clearances
- Stellite welding
Accomplishments
I have been featured in many motorcycle publications and appeared on TV, showcasing my custom motorcycle fabrications.
References
- Herbert Crawford, Crawford Pipe & Grading, 770-301-1637
- Norbert Rickter, VP of Manufacturing - Composite FX, 480-221-4340
Timeline
Day Shift Welding Supervisor
Lasertech Metal Works
01.2021 - Current
Prototype Fabrication Specialist
Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America
07.2008 - 10.2020
Owner/Operator
Ballistic Pipe Werx llc
01.2002 - 06.2008
Forklift Certified -
Toyota of Scottdale
Associate Degree - Motorcycle technician -
Motorcycle Mechanics Institute
Rank: HT2 (E5) -
US Navy
Diploma -
Ayer High School
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