Open To Work
Torey Sutton
Idaho Falls,ID
Work Preference
Summary
Quality control inspector specializing in product testing, regulatory compliance, and process optimization. Demonstrated success in enhancing quality standards and effectively training staff to meet compliance requirements.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder/Welding Fabricator
First Street Welding
Idaho Falls, ID
05.2010 - 05.2011
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations to maintain secure work environment.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas by removing scrap metal and debris.
- Set up welding machines according to specific job requirements.
- Utilized welding skills for repair and maintenance of heavy-duty machinery.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine accurate dimensions for fabricated components.
- Gathered necessary materials to meet production deadlines efficiently.
- Operated various welding equipment in multiple positions, including overhead.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication based on blueprint specifications.
Welder
Hyde Drift Boats
Idaho Falls, ID
03.2013 - 05.2014
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques for various projects.
- Inspected welded joints to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Completed repairs on damaged boat structures to uphold integrity.
- Maintained clean work environment by removing scrap metal from job sites.
- Set up welding machines according to project specifications and requirements.
- Read blueprints to determine proper dimensions for fabricated components.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in multiple positions.
- Troubleshot weld-related issues, including porosity caused by gas flow rates.
Ironworker
Intermountain Erectors
Idaho Falls, ID
01.2015 - 05.2018
- Installed steel beams, columns, and trusses per safety standards and guidelines.
- Fabricated and assembled structural steel components for various construction projects.
- Operated cranes and hoisting equipment to transport heavy materials on job sites.
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications to accurately determine project requirements.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline installation workflow, ensuring timely project completion.
- Conducted routine inspections of tools, ensuring compliance with safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
- Assisted in training new ironworkers on techniques and safety protocols, fostering a knowledgeable and safety-conscious team.
- Maintained a clean, organized work environment throughout all project phases.
Quality Control Inspector
TRC Fabrication, LLC
Idaho Falls, ID
05.2015 - Current
- Inspected raw materials for defects, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Conducted product testing to ensure functionality and safety requirements.
- Monitored production processes to identify deviations from specifications.
- Collaborated with production teams to resolve quality concerns and enhance practices.
- Documented and analyzed inspection results, maintaining accurate quality records to support quality assurance efforts.
- Assisted in developing quality assurance procedures, contributing to streamlined processes.
- Trained new staff on quality control procedures and safety protocols.
- Participated in audits to align practices with industry standards.
Education
AWS Entry Level 1 Certificate - Welding
JobCorps
Glide, OR05-2011
High School Diploma -
Bonneville High School
Idaho Falls, ID05-2009
Some College (No Degree) - Collision Repair/ Painting
Idaho State University
Pocatello, IDSkills
- Quality assurance
- Quality management planning
- Documentation management
- Process optimization
- Team collaboration
- Blueprint reading and dimensional inspection
- Quality training programs
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Quality measurement techniques
- Non-destructive testing
- Specification compliance
- Team collaboration and cross-functional teamwork
- Quality control planning
- Non-conformance reporting
Accomplishments
- Multiple safety awards and top performance acknowledgements.
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
TRC Fabrication, LLC
05.2015 - Current
Ironworker
Intermountain Erectors
01.2015 - 05.2018
Welder
Hyde Drift Boats
03.2013 - 05.2014
Welder/Welding Fabricator
First Street Welding
05.2010 - 05.2011
AWS Entry Level 1 Certificate - Welding
JobCorps
High School Diploma -
Bonneville High School
Some College (No Degree) - Collision Repair/ Painting
Idaho State University