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Curtis "Chad" Prater

Danville,AL

Summary

Self driven and motivated Quality Control Inspector offering 15 years of manufacturing and production experience in various chemical plants, refineries and shop environments. Detail oriented and systematic professional knowledge about compliance standards. Adheres strictly to documentation guidelines and reporting requirements per code and client procedures.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

QC/QA Inspector

TSS
08.2010 - 09.2023
  • Ensured that all safety procedures were adhered to while performing tests and/or inspections in the field and in shop environments.
  • Conducted Non-Destructive Testing inspections using various methods including Ultrasonic Testing, Magnetic Particle Testing, Liquid Penetrant Testing, and Radiographic Film Interpretation.
  • Prepared NDE reports in accordance to customer specifications and industry standards
  • Utilized PC based data acquisition systems for recording test results and preparing reports.
  • Calibrated all NDT equipment according to manufacturer's instructions and documented calibration record.
  • Maintained complete records of test results in accordance with company policies and quality system requirements.
  • Provided technical assistance to other departments regarding NDE techniques, equipment selection, and interpretation of results.
  • Monitored performance of subcontractors providing NDE services on behalf of the company.
  • Evaluated vendor supplied components for conformance with applicable codes and standards.
  • Attended meetings with customers and suppliers regarding product quality issues and corrective actions taken by the company.
  • Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
  • Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs, then summarizing and entering the data into a quality database.
  • Assessed materials, parts, and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
  • Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of NDE.
  • Documented non-conformities to client procedures and applicable codes/standards.
  • Made adjustments to equipment or calibrated instruments to required tolerances.
  • Noted changes during testing in project documentation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Danville High School
Danville, AL
05.1997

Skills

Birmingham, Al 3/26/08 Niton XRR Analyzer

  • Hellier Training and Consulting Level I and II MT

Houston, Tx 12/10/08

  • Hellier Training and Consulting Level I and II PT

Houston, Tx 12/10/08

  • MIT International Radiation Safety

Broussard, La 09/23/10

  • Turner Specialty Services LLC Level II RT

Decatur, Al 01/20/12

  • NACE Level I and II

Baton Rouge, La 03/21/13

  • Infinity NDT training Visual Testing Level II

Baton Rouge, La 04/31/13

  • Golden Technical Services Digital Ultrasonic Thickness

OJT Hours

May 2006-August 2006: Byrd Maintenance and Services Inc. Level I VT, PT

  • MT-221
  • PT-383
  • RT-2099
  • UT-168
  • VT-527
  • PMI-105


March 2008-March 2009: Turner Industries Group, LLC. Level I VT, PT and MT

  • PT-216
  • VT-416


August 2010-Present: Turner Specialty Services, LLC. Level II VT, PT, MT, UT

  • MT-329
  • PT-405
  • RT-1796
  • UT-987
  • VT-1637

Timeline

QC/QA Inspector

TSS
08.2010 - 09.2023

High School Diploma -

Danville High School

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