KOJO EFFRAIM
Berthoud,Colorado
Summary
Quality control professional with proven track record at Crusoe, driving a 40% increase in quality compliance through innovative systems. Expertise in nondestructive testing and fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams. Focused on enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards in welding and fabrication processes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QC-Mechanical & CWI
Crusoe
Arvada, CO
01.2025 - Current
- Company Overview: Overseeing welding inspections across multiple sites to ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
- Creating and implementing training programs for staff and contractors on welding quality standards, inspection techniques, and safety protocols.
- Developing and documenting quality control procedures and standards for welding processes to ensure consistent quality and adherence to regulations.
- Analyzing project prints and specifications for conformance with welding standards, identifying potential issues, and providing recommendations for improvements.
- Conducting regular audits and inspections of welds and welding processes to ensure quality and adherence to applicable codes and standards (e.g., AWS, ASME).
- Identifying non-conformities in welding practices and materials, documenting findings, and collaborating with relevant teams to address issues.
- Providing technical guidance and support to engineering, production, and project management teams regarding welding quality and inspection matters.
- Maintaining detailed records of inspections, training sessions, and compliance activities for reporting and quality management purposes.
- Engaging in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance welding quality and operational efficiency across sites.
- Communicating with stakeholders, including project managers, engineers, and clients, regarding welding quality status and any issues that arise.
- Overseeing welding inspections across multiple sites to ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
Welder
Delta Constructors
Anchorage, AK
10.2023 - 02.2025
- Executed construction projects in oil and gas sector, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to enhance project efficiency and communication.
- Oversaw safety protocols to maintain high standards on job sites.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Conducted regular site inspections to monitor progress and address issues promptly.
- Trained personnel on compliance regulations and best practices in construction.
- Streamlined reporting processes to improve project tracking and accountability.
Lead Fabricator
Flatirons Metal Works
Leadville, CO
08.2018 - 03.2022
- Company Overview: Ornamental & Structural Steel Fabrication Company
- Achieved a 20% reduction in operational costs by implementing a lean manufacturing process.
- Increased project delivery efficiency by 30% by optimizing workflow processes.
- Achieved a record-low defect rate of 1% in final weld inspections by implementing new training protocols.
- Increased quality compliance by 40% through the implementation of innovative quality control systems.
- Ornamental & Structural Steel Fabrication Company
- Oversaw the daily operations of the fabrication department, including scheduling and resource allocation.
- Identified areas where costs could be reduced without compromising product quality or safety standards.
Education
CWI - Weld Inspection
Base Line Data Career Center
Portland, TX12.2024
Associate's degree - Metal Fabricator
Community College of Denver
Denver, CO03.2020
Chemistry - Science
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond08.2010
Skills
- Quality management and ISO standards
- Visual testing and quality assurance
- Construction safety and metal fabrication
- Nondestructive testing (NDT)
- Quality system compliance
- Trust building
- Interpersonal communication
- Career development
- Regulatory compliance
- Project management
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- Implemented training program improving team compliance by 30%. Enhancing quality of welding processes.
- Reduced welding defects by 25% through regular audits, adhering to AWS standards.
- Improved inspection accuracy by 20% using advanced nondestructive testing methodologies.
- Exceeded project timelines by 15% through effective stakeholder communication and issue resolution.
Certification
- AWS CWI
- ASNT NDT Level 2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
QC-Mechanical & CWI
Crusoe
01.2025 - Current
Welder
Delta Constructors
10.2023 - 02.2025
Lead Fabricator
Flatirons Metal Works
08.2018 - 03.2022
CWI - Weld Inspection
Base Line Data Career Center
Associate's degree - Metal Fabricator
Community College of Denver
Chemistry - Science
Virginia Commonwealth University