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Kyle Morgan

Elizabeth City,NC

Summary

Experienced Structural Welding Foreman with a background as a structural welder, sheet metal mechanic, and education in automotive technology. As a Welding Foreman, I had a strong focus on safety, quality, and process improvement. Proven ability to increase workflow and uplifting entry level welders and experienced welders. I Take pride in being hands own to drive operational excellence and high-quality standards.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Structural Welding Foreman

Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, Virginia
07.2022 - 07.2025
  • Supervised welding operations to ensure quality and safety standards.
  • Trained and mentored junior welders on techniques and best practices.
  • Coordinated schedules and workflows to optimize production efficiency.
  • Inspected completed welds for compliance with specifications and standards.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to resolve technical issues in projects.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance welding operations and reduce waste.
  • Enforced safety protocols to promote a secure work environment for all personnel.
  • Implemented cost-effective measures for reducing wastage of resources during fabrication processes.
  • Identified areas where improvements can be made in terms of productivity or quality control measures.
  • Assigned tasks according to individual skill levels ensuring maximum efficiency of production activities.

Structural Welder

Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, VA
08.2013 - 07.2022
  • Interpreted blueprints and schematics for accurate assembly of ship structures.
  • Inspected welds for quality and compliance with industry standards.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards in the workplace environment.
  • Trained junior welders on best practices and welding techniques.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss project progress and challenges.
  • Welded joints in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions as required by the task at hand.
  • Checked tools, equipment and safety gear for proper performance.
  • Set up and operated welding equipment to complete welding projects on-time.
  • Fabricated metal components according to blueprints and drawings.
  • Operated cutting torches to cut metal pieces prior to welding them together.
  • Repaired damaged or defective parts using appropriate welding techniques.
  • Read technical documents such as blueprints and schematics accurately when necessary.
  • Followed established procedures regarding pre-heating temperatures before starting a weld.
  • Collaborated with team members to resolve welding challenges and improve processes.

Automotive Service Technician

Little Joes Mitsubishi
Chesapeake, Virginia
06.2013 - 08.2013
  • Performed routine maintenance including oil changes and tire rotations.
  • Maintained clean and organized workspace adhering to safety protocols.
  • Assisted customers in understanding maintenance needs and service recommendations.
  • Performed preventive maintenance procedures such as changing fluids or lubricating parts.
  • Adjusted brakes, aligned wheels and performed wheel balancing operations to restore safe driving conditions.
  • Cleaned up work areas after completion of tasks so that they are orderly for the next job.
  • Replaced worn parts such as belts, hoses, brakes, shocks and struts.
  • Checked all systems of vehicles for proper functioning and diagnosed malfunctions using diagnostic equipment.

Education

Automotive Tech With Toyota Professional Automotive Training Diploma - Automotive Technology

Universal Technical Institute
Pottstown, PA
12-2011

High School Diploma -

Nansemond River High School
Suffolk, VA
06-2010

Skills

  • Process improvement
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Effective communication
  • Flux-cored arc welding
  • Structural welding
  • Gas metal arc welding
  • Gas tungsten arc welding
  • Weld inspection
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Plasma cutting
  • Shielded metal arc welding
  • Visual inspection
  • Employee management
  • Problem-solving
  • Pre-construction planning
  • Time management abilities

Timeline

Structural Welding Foreman

Newport News Shipbuilding
07.2022 - 07.2025

Structural Welder

Newport News Shipbuilding
08.2013 - 07.2022

Automotive Service Technician

Little Joes Mitsubishi
06.2013 - 08.2013

Automotive Tech With Toyota Professional Automotive Training Diploma - Automotive Technology

Universal Technical Institute

High School Diploma -

Nansemond River High School

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