Weldon York Jr
Cleburne,Texas
Summary
I work at Gerdau In MIdlothIan. I am a QualIty TechnIcian Level 2 Senior Operator. I have done just about everything there is to do in Quality department. (HBI) Hot Billet Inspection, (CBI) Cold Billet Inspection, Running the (Chem-Lab) verifying chemistries as the steel is being melted to verify it conforms to the ASTM specs for each grade of steel melted. Inform furnace operators of results to add alloys to the ladle and bring batch of steel up to spec. Prep samples. Running sample on spectrometer and run samples on a Leco its a carbon, sulfur analyzer. Record results in computer program and relay results to melt-shop. Very fast paced and detail job. HBI visual inspections on finished product from the melt-shop to be rolled in Gerdau rolling mills to verify defects and downgrade any non conforming material before it goes to rolling mill soon as it is cast very hot job. Take samples to verify internal defects also. Document all result in computer verify results comply with ASTM standards for product to be finished into. CBI is inspecting billets after it has cooled off to get a better closer inspection of surface defects look at sample results from (HBI) and downgrade any non conforming material before going to rolling mills document all results. I do (PO Monitoring) This job i verify all steel melted meets ASTM requirements and all the steel is accounted for in every batch melted. Verify and do final conformations on melted steel batches before rolling in mills. i also remake orders for remake batches that have missed chemistries and regraded. i do Slag Analysis on the slag from the electric arch furnace checking for how much alloy losses are getting into the slag that is poured off the batch before it is tapped into ladles, document results for melt-shop management to review. I also am a Level 2 Eddie Current Line Technician. I inspect sucker rod that is made to ensure no defects before going to customers. I set up and change over equipment for size and order changes. I do maintenance on equipment. I also do final conformations on orders to be released to roll in the mills verifying steel meets ASTM requirements and customer standards for products. I fill out quality reports and track quality and make sure products are good from pretty much raw liquid steel until it leaves to the customer. I do manifest trucks and load trucks with remote controlled overhead crane when working on Eddie Current line when shipping out finished products to customers. I can drive forklifts also. Pretty much anything to do with Quality I can do. I work well with others ,easy going, get along with everyone. I strive to be the best at everything I do. I can multitask and very self motivated person. Don't have to be watched over to make sure I am doing my job. If I don't know how to do something I will ask. I'm not afraid of hard work and getting dirty when need be. I have 17 years in Quality Department at Gerdau. Looking to find a better Career closer to home. Looking for a place to retire from. I want to use my knowledge in Quality to help your company, become part of your team. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Technician Level 2 Senior Operator
Gerdau Ameristeel
06.2010 - Current
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Reviewed and validated quality requirements for manufacturing planning, supplier purchase orders, and engineering specifications to meet contract compliance regulations.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment.
- Collected and analyzed data to measure effectiveness of quality control processes.
- Developed and implemented quality control processes to meet product standards.
- Interpreted test results by comparing to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
- Conducted data review and followed standard practices to find solutions.
- Proposed corrective actions to address recurring quality issues.
- Tested and evaluated product precision against specifications to reduce discrepancies.
- Performed tests and inspections to conform to established standards.
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Recorded and organized test data for report generation and analysis.
- Collaborated with production staff to improve processes, reduce defects and optimize quality.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Adhered to safety and clean area procedures to comply with agency and regulatory mandates.
- Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks and inventory forms.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Reviewed production processes and identified potential quality issues.
- Assessed products or services to evaluate conformance with quality standards.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Monitored testing procedures and verified performance of tests according to established item specifications and protocol.
- Monitored production output to verify quality standards ahead of dispatch.
- Liaised between quality control and other departments and contractors, providing project updates and consultation.
- Documented and executed detailed test plans and test cases and summarized and logged audit findings for reporting purposes.
- Conducted investigations into questionable test results.
- Tracked and analyzed product quality data to identify trends and insights.
- Carried out ad-hoc inspections to verify conformance with agreed standards.
- Led root cause analysis to identify issues and propose targeted solutions.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively
Tie Line Operator
Narsco
07.2009 - 06.2010
- Calibrated and adjusted equipment to achieve quality production.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Reduced accidents and injuries by observing safety policies and procedures.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Followed best manufacturing practices for operation of production equipment.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Used tools such as calipers, micrometers and protractors in alignment with best practices.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed to correct machine malfunctions.
- Followed job order for product specifications, dimensions, tolerances and sequence of operations.
- Loaded and unloaded product on and off conveyor line by routinely lifting up to 80 pounds.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
- Read and interpreted documents to reach maximum productivity and achieve quality objectives.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines
- Completed general labor tasks such as loading and unloading materials, cleaning up job sites and operating heavy machinery
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
Quality Control Technician
Gerdau Ameristeel
06.2005 - 05.2009
- Collaborated with production staff to improve processes, reduce defects and optimize quality.
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment.
- Proposed corrective actions to address recurring quality issues.
- Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks and inventory forms.
- Recorded and organized test data for report generation and analysis.
- Reviewed production processes and identified potential quality issues.
- Reviewed and validated quality requirements for manufacturing planning, supplier purchase orders, and engineering specifications to meet contract compliance regulations.
- Performed tests and inspections to conform to established standards.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Monitored testing procedures and verified performance of tests according to established item specifications and protocol.
- Collected and analyzed data to measure effectiveness of quality control processes.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Interpreted test results by comparing to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
- Adhered to safety and clean area procedures to comply with agency and regulatory mandates.
- Liaised between quality control and other departments and contractors, providing project updates and consultation.
- Assessed products or services to evaluate conformance with quality standards.
- Conducted investigations into questionable test results.
- Conducted data review and followed standard practices to find solutions.
- Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Monitored production output to verify quality standards ahead of dispatch.
- Tracked and analyzed product quality data to identify trends and insights.
- Tested and evaluated product precision against specifications to reduce discrepancies.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements
- Liaised between quality control and other departments and contractors, providing project updates and consultation
- Conducted investigations into questionable test results
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests
- Tested and evaluated product precision against specifications to reduce discrepancies
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates
- Tracked and analyzed product quality data to identify trends and insights
- Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements
- Carried out ad-hoc inspections to verify conformance with agreed standards
- Documented and executed detailed test plans and test cases and summarized and logged audit findings for reporting purposes
- Collected and analyzed data to measure effectiveness of quality control processes
- Assessed products or services to evaluate conformance with quality standards
- Adhered to safety and clean area procedures to comply with agency and regulatory mandates
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards
- Reviewed production processes and identified potential quality issues
- Conducted data review and followed standard practices to find solutions
- Collaborated with production staff to improve processes, reduce defects and optimize quality
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment
- Interpreted test results by comparing to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release
- Reported problems and concerns to management
- Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks and inventory forms
- Monitored production output to verify quality standards ahead of dispatch
- Proposed corrective actions to address recurring quality issues
- Recorded and organized test data for report generation and analysis
- Performed tests and inspections to conform to established standards
- Monitored testing procedures and verified performance of tests according to established item specifications and protocol
Wet End Utility
Texcorr
06.1999 - 06.2005
- Regulated pressure roll tension, glue temperature and machine component speed by calibrating machine controls and settings.
- Filled glue and paraffin reservoirs and positioned rollers to dispense glue onto paperboard.
- Lifted tote boxes of finished cartons and dumped cartons into feed hoppers.
- Used manufacturer instruction materials to make adjustments to twin facer, roll stands and pressure roll mechanisms with hand tools.
- Guided materials onto machine tracks for proper gluing, coating and slitting.
- Moved completed products from machines and onto conveyors, transferring to next work area for additional processing.
- Corrected production malfunctions such defective forming and glue flow by monitoring operations of twin facer
- Evaluated final products to verify compliance with work orders and detect defects.
- Adjusted guide assemblies, forming bars and folding mechanisms according to specifications using hand tools.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through development of innovative solutions.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Completed general labor tasks such as loading and unloading materials, cleaning up job sites and operating heavy machinery.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Completed general labor tasks such as loading and unloading materials, cleaning up job sites and operating heavy machinery
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
Education
High School Diploma -
06.1996
Skills
- Processing Raw Materials
- Random Sampling
- Reading Comprehension
- Production Troubleshooting
- Compile Data
- Laboratory Validation
- Critical Thinking
- QC Logbooks
- Retrospective Quality Review
- Defect Recording
- Computer Tracking
- Maintenance Requirements
- Visual Inspection
- Quality Control Programs
- Sample Checking
- Production Monitoring and Assessment
- Manufacturing and Production
- Test Data
- Duty Assignments
- Weight Calculations
- Quality Control Requirements
- Specifications Knowledge
- Program Testing Software
- System Corrections
- Corrective Actions
- Financial Recordkeeping
- Testing Procedures
- Testing Protocols
- Pallet Jacks
- Order Fulfillment
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Handling Materials
- Record Releases
- Train Employees
- Calibration Standards
- Quality Auditing
- Sample Preparation
- Compliance Requirements
- Equipment Inspection and Testing
- Laboratory Cleaning
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Routine Equipment Maintenance
- Active Listening
- Regulatory Requirements
- Inspect Records
- Customer Satisfaction
- Daily Logs
- Records Preparation
- Stability Sampling
- Functional Testing
- Quality Control Procedures
- OSHA Standards
- Document Quality
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Conformance Evaluation
- Safety Standards
- Quality Control Data Analysis
- Quality Control Coordination
- Documentation Skills
- Report Preparation
- Line Inspection
- Monitor Quality Control
- Work Process Streamlining
- Resolving Problems
- Product Quality Assurance
- Result Interpretation
- Product Specifications
- Analyzing Test Results
- Raw Material Testing
- Material quality control
- Quality Control Processes
- Quality control oversight
- Quality control standards
- Quality control analysis
- Quality Control Checks
- Quality control tests
- Quality control practices
- Quality control procedures
- Quality control guidelines
- Quality control knowledge
- Quality control requirements
Restore classic vehicles, Fishing
I have a 1948 Chevrolet 5 window Pickup, First pickup i bought in high school currently in middle of restoring again. I have a 1966 Chevy 2 Nova needs interior and paint to finish it. I have a 1976 Chevy Nova, first car ever bought. I have a 1939 dodge deluxe four door just got in march to restore. I love to go fishing and camping ,catching catfish and having fish fries with family. I love to BBQ and smoke meat and cook out.
Timeline
Quality Control Technician Level 2 Senior Operator - Gerdau Ameristeel
06.2010 - Current
Tie Line Operator - Narsco
07.2009 - 06.2010
Quality Control Technician - Gerdau Ameristeel
06.2005 - 05.2009
Wet End Utility - Texcorr
06.1999 - 06.2005
Cleburne High School - High School Diploma,
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