Dawson Bass
Coushatta,LA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Enthusiastic, eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of mills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
NDE Technician
Acuren Inspections
Minden, LA
09.2016 - Current
- Visually examined materials, structures and components for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue and cracks.
- Conducted liquid penetrant tests to locate surface cracks by coating objects with fluorescent dyes, cleaning excess penetrants and applying developers.
- Performed liquid dye penetrant tests on piping and vessels to inspect for discontinuities and cracks.
- Used sonic measurements to map presence of imperfections within objects.
- Used Microsoft word and Excel to document non-destructive testing methods, processes and results.
- Created radiographic images to detect flaws in objects while leaving objects intact.
- Analyzed and interpreted data, schematics and manuals to determine specifications, inspection and testing procedures, adjustments and certifications of instruments required.
- Prepared reports on non-destructive testing results.
- Selected, calibrated, or operated equipment used in non-destructive testing of products or materials.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery to identify and remedy mechanical concerns.
- Delivered extensive coaching and training to team members covering all steps of testing phases to enhance team performance and boost results.
- Managed successful teams of employees and contractors on projects of all sizes.
- Assessed testing processes on continuous basis to verify compliance with federal safety regulations.
Fabrication Worker
Reynolds Metals
Minden, LA
03.2014 - 08.2016
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Performed quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths and painted finish discrepancies.
- Used gauges, templates and other measuring devices to inspect production parts.
- Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project or production goals.
- Verified part numbers and placed parts in appropriate shipping containers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Riverdale Academy
Coushatta, LA05.2013
Skills
- Detailed Analysis
- Precise Measurements
- Manufacturer Specifications
- Production Processes
- Interpretation of Findings
- Inspection Methods
- Radiographic Testing
- Nondestructive Testing (NDT)
- Component Examination
- Surface Preparation
- Equipment Use
- Power Tools
- Basic Tools
- Equipment Safety
- Constructive Feedback
- ASME Standards
- Safety Procedures
Additional Information
Experience in operating fork lifts, and manlifts. 3+ years of working as contractor in International Paper Mill (Red River Mill) along with other mills such as Graphic Packaging.
Timeline
NDE Technician
Acuren Inspections
09.2016 - Current
Fabrication Worker
Reynolds Metals
03.2014 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Riverdale Academy
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