Stormie Hawkins
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Ambitious individual with strong organizational and multitasking skills, as well as an aptitude for technology. Ready to apply knowledge and skills to any challenge. Skilled individual well-versed in both automated and manual welding techniques. Experienced in operating welding equipment, including MIG, STICK & TIG. Possesses a strong aptitude for problem-solving and a commitment to safety.
Focused welder with 6 years of experience. Skilled at working with metal with commitment to safety, efficiency and accuracy. Proven history of reliability and professionalism in all situations. Careful Quality Inspector with extensive knowledge of steel & aluminum inspections and commitment to high-quality work. Known for great work ethic, consistent performance and great efficiency.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Skilled Quality Control Inspector focused on performing appropriate and useful analysis of products and component materials in order to drive quality improvements in manufacturing environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding Quality Specialist
Acoustical Sheetmetal
11.2024 - 07.2025
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Educated employees on specific QA standards and confirmed maintenance of standards.
- Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks and inventory forms.
- Reviewed production processes and identified potential quality issues.
- Monitored testing procedures and verified performance of tests according to established item specifications and protocol.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Performed tests and inspections to conform to established standards.
- Developed and implemented procedures to meet product quality standards.
- Liaised between quality control and other departments and contractors, providing project updates and consultation.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
- Investigated customer complaints to take necessary corrective actions.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Updated quality control records and reports.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Provided feedback to production team regarding product quality.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
Apprentice Welder
MF Welding
03.2023 - 03.2025
- Welded parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, and gas equipment.
- Calibrated flow and pressure settings to build and maintain flames.
- Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding, and using other equipment.
- Blew out machines, checked welding leads, and wiring and changed filters for preventive maintenance.
- Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
Welder Helper
Jebs Welding and fabrication
04.2022 - 03.2024
- Readied materials for welding by grinding off excess material or burrs from joints
- Identified potential hazards associated with welding operations and took necessary precautions
- Efficiently operated cutting torches according to project specifications
- Utilized hand tools like hammers, chisels, files and punches to prepare materials for welding process
- Developed knowledge of different types of metals used in welding processes, such as stainless steel, aluminum and copper alloys
- Maintained inventory levels of supplies needed for welding tasks
- Assisted in the set-up of welding equipment for various projects
- Provided support to welders by holding parts in place during welding operations
- Adhered strictly to guidelines outlined in workplace safety policies
- Familiarized with safety protocols related to welding operations and ensured compliance at all times
- Assisted welders in performing arc gouging procedures when required
- Demonstrated expertise in operating a variety of tools and machines, such as plasma cutters, grinders and saws
- Operated forklifts safely when transporting heavy items from one area to another
- Performed daily maintenance checks on all welding machinery and reported any defects or malfunctions to supervisors
- Ensured that work areas were kept clean and organized throughout shift activities
- Set up ladders and other access equipment.
- Removed debris and waste from job sites.
- Followed safety protocols on job sites.
- Blew out machines, checked welding leads, and wiring and changed filters for preventive maintenance.
- Welded parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, and gas equipment.
- Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding, and using other equipment.
- Fabricated structural forms, pressure vessels, and boiler components.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
Education
COMBINATION WELDING - SMAW & FCAW
Tidewater Tech
11-2020
Skills
- Quality management systems
- Corrective actions
- Customer satisfaction
- Design of experiments
- Product inspection
- Safety procedures
- Overhead crane operation
- Welding inspection
- Gas metal arc welding
- Torch cutting
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Welding procedure specification
- Power tool safety
- Hand tool safety
- Fabrication
- Jig fabrication
- Fall protection
- Weld inspections
- Stick welding
- Jig building
- Parts fabrication
- Quality control and assurance
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Flux core arc welding
- Personal protective equipment
- Department collaboration
- Production
- Visual inspection
- Grinders
- MIG welding
- Custom fabrication
Timeline
Welding Quality Specialist
Acoustical Sheetmetal
11.2024 - 07.2025
Apprentice Welder
MF Welding
03.2023 - 03.2025
Welder Helper
Jebs Welding and fabrication
04.2022 - 03.2024
COMBINATION WELDING - SMAW & FCAW
Tidewater Tech
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