Matthew Kirkman-Alexander
Manchester
Summary
Adept at enhancing product quality and efficiency, my tenure at XL Specialized Trailers honed my skills in quality control, blueprint interpretation, and critical thinking. Demonstrating a knack for defect identification and a commitment to safety, I've successfully mentored team members, significantly improving project outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Xl Specialized Trailers
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
- Ensured the accuracy of measurement tools and equipment by performing regular calibration checks and maintenance.
Welder/fabricator
Xl Specialized Trailers
07.2021 - 02.2025
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
Welder
Xl Specialized Trailers
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
Welder/assembler
Paladin
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
Education
High School Diploma -
E- Institute
Surprise, AZ2007
Skills
- Quality control
- Product inspection
- Defect identification
- Production experience
- Blueprint interpretation
- Blueprint reading
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Overhead crane operation
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Xl Specialized Trailers
01.2024 - 02.2025
Welder/fabricator
Xl Specialized Trailers
07.2021 - 02.2025
Welder
Xl Specialized Trailers
01.2018 - 01.2020
Welder/assembler
Paladin
01.2016 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
E- Institute
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