STACY S. CHAN
Savannah,USA
Summary
Professional welding educator ready to bring extensive instructional skills and industry expertise to new opportunity. Proven track record in mentoring students and enhancing their technical abilities, ensuring safety and quality in all training sessions. Consistently fosters collaborative learning environment, adept at meeting evolving industry standards and team needs. Key strengths include advanced welding techniques and strong problem-solving capabilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Steel Inspector
UES
07.2024 - Current
- Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations and tests.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through meticulous attention to detail during inspections.
- Upheld codes and regulations governing materials, processes, and procedures.
- Delivered detailed reports on findings from inspections, helping stakeholders understand areas requiring attention or improvement in order to maintain regulatory compliance.
Welding Instructor
Dallas College
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Instructed multiple welding classes, including GMAW, GTAW, and Introduction to Metallurgy.
- Prepared students for basic equipment setup of OFW, GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, and GTAW.
- Demonstrated various weld techniques to build student confidence and trust.
- Assisted students in achieving daily welding objectives through effective management.
- Established strict safety policies and emphasized their importance in the shop.
Welding Instructor
Collin College
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed and executed weekly lesson plans aligned with lab schedules.
- Prepared students for basic equipment setups, including OFW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW.
- Ensured students achieved daily welding objectives through structured guidance.
- Provided hands-on assistance in using hand tools, shop machines, and welding equipment.
- Demonstrated proper welding techniques to promote skill acquisition.
- Established strict safety policies to reinforce safe practices in the shop.
Lead Metal Fabricator
Dynavec Resistance Systems
06.2017 - 10.2022
- Fit up and welded strength equipment parts to blueprint standards.
- Prepared metal for welding by grinding bevels and drilling holes to specifications.
- Utilized bandsaw, vertical mill, and angle grinder for efficient metal fabrication.
- Ground and sanded all welded parts in preparation for powder coating.
- Coordinated pick-up and drop-off of assembled machines to powder coater and freight companies.
Welding Instructor
Dallas College Bill J. Priest Center
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Delivered hands-on instruction in GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, and GTAW welding techniques.
- Prepared students for AWS certification in 1F-4F and 1G-4G positions.
- Demonstrated setup procedures on Lincoln and Miller welding machines.
- Conducted testing to assess student readiness for AWS D1.3 certification.
- Maintained organized inventory and consumable supplies in workshop.
- Established a safe working environment, achieving zero accidents throughout training.
Construction/Welding Instructor
Dallas County Youth Village
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Supervised and trained young men, ages 15-17, in GMAW and construction skills.
- Instructed students on welding butt, lap, and t-joints on 1/4" by 1" flat bar.
- Managed classroom of up to 12 students to ensure career readiness in welding and construction.
- Prepared students for AWS D1.3 certification through rigorous testing protocols.
- Certified students in Forklift Training to enhance employability.
- Demonstrated use of basic hand tools, including chop saw and circular saw.
- Taught proper use of measuring tools like speed squares and measuring tapes.
- Provided foundational knowledge in fabrication math for practical application.
Welding Instructor
Dallas College Eastfield Campus
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Managed and oversaw 16 students in SMAW, GTAW, and Oxy-Fuel welding processes.
- Demonstrated hands-on techniques for completion of welding objectives.
- Instructed students on machine setup for various metal thicknesses and alloys.
- Provided insights on different welding joints, positions, and their significance.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment at all times.
- Ensured proper shutdown procedures for metal shop operations.
TIG Welder Fabricator
Matrix Metals Manufacturing
05.2015 - 12.2017
- Fabricated custom projects for clients including Code Jet and ID Technology.
- Grinded, sanded, and finished stainless steel, aluminum, and cold rolled steel components.
- Welded and fitted parts to specified tolerances using TIG welding on Miller machines.
- Assisted lead shipper in packing and preparing finished parts for customer delivery.
- Consistently met daily production deadlines without compromising quality.
- Operated various machines, including forklifts, spot welders, shears, and bandsaws.
- Cleaned and maintained welding equipment, hand tools, and work area to established standards.
Education
Associates of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Mountain View College
Dallas, TX05.2019
Welding and Industrial Maintenance Program
Bill J. Priest, Dallas College
Dallas, TX12.2012
Skills
- Student engagement strategies
- Curriculum development
- Parent and student communication
- Quality control and inspections
- Records management
- Training and mentoring
- Welding safety procedures
- Welding standards and codes
- Welding equipment maintenance
- Inspection reporting
Certification
- Certified Welding Inspector
- American Welding Society Member
- Forklift Training and Certification
Timeline
Steel Inspector
UES
07.2024 - Current
Welding Instructor
Collin College
01.2023 - 12.2023
Welding Instructor
Dallas College
10.2022 - 05.2024
Construction/Welding Instructor
Dallas County Youth Village
08.2021 - 06.2022
Welding Instructor
Dallas College Bill J. Priest Center
01.2021 - 08.2022
Welding Instructor
Dallas College Eastfield Campus
05.2019 - 08.2019
Lead Metal Fabricator
Dynavec Resistance Systems
06.2017 - 10.2022
TIG Welder Fabricator
Matrix Metals Manufacturing
05.2015 - 12.2017
Welding and Industrial Maintenance Program
Bill J. Priest, Dallas College
Associates of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Mountain View College