William Daughtrey
Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News,VA
10
years of professional experience
Dedicated structural welder and welding supervisor with 7+ years of experience leading teams in a high-perfromance manufacturing environment working for one of the biggest industrial companies. Proven ability to drive productivity, maintain safety compliance, improve quality standards, and develop employees. Promoted in to leadership through strong demonstrations of a strong work-ethic, accountability and my performance. Combines industrial leadership with a customer service background that developed communication, teamwork, and problem solving skills
Work History
Production Supervisor
2 Years 3 Months- Supervised welding operations ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality specifications.
- Trained and mentored junior welders on techniques and equipment usage.
- Monitored production schedules, optimizing workflow for increased efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements resulting in reduced rework and enhanced productivity.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards and company policies.
- Coordinate with quality, engineering, and other production departments to resolve issues and meet project milestones
- Promote accountability,teamwork, and continuous improvement throughout the workforce.
- Conducted regular inspections of welding work, maintaining high-quality standards.
- Supervised welding projects for timely completion, ensuring adherence to blueprints and specifications.
- Ensured consistent weld quality through frequent visual inspections and non-destructive testing methods.
Structural Welder
5 Years 9 Months- Operated welding equipment to fabricate and repair structural components of naval vessels.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise weld placement and alignment.
- Conducted quality inspections on welds, ensuring compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes and enhance productivity on projects.
- Participated in safety meetings, promoting adherence to safety regulations within the workplace environment.
- Maintained proper usage and care of equipment, resulting in prolonged tool lifespan and reduced maintenance costs.
- Reduced project completion times through efficient planning and prioritization of welding tasks.
- Enhanced structural integrity by executing precise welding techniques on various materials.
- Consistently met production targets without sacrificing craftsmanship or safety standards by balancing speed with precision in every task.
- Contributed to a reduction in rework costs by consistently delivering accurate welds that met or exceeded industry standards.
- Provided guidance for junior welders, fostering a supportive workplace environment focused on growth and improvement.
Kitchen Helper
3 Years 2 Months- Assisted in meal preparation and presentation for residents' dietary needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and supplies.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food service processes.
- Trained new kitchen helpers on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with residents through exceptional service.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
- Promoted teamwork within the kitchen staff by actively collaborating on group projects and consistently providing support where needed.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Stick welding
Welding supervision
Welding symbols
Welding equipment maintenance
Welding standards
Welding techniques
Welding positioning
Welding visual inspection
Welding quality assurance
Welding joint design
Welding procedures
Welding distortion control
Welding repair
Welding preheating
Flux-cored welding
Vertical welding
Torch cutting
Structural welding
Shielded metal arc welding
Mig welding
Pulse arc welding
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Received Model of excellence award at Newport news shipbuilding.
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Newport News Shipbuilding
03.2024 - 06.2026Read More
Structural Welder
Newport News Shipbuilding
03.2019 - 12.2024Read More
Kitchen Helper
Retirement Living
01.2016 - 03.2019Read More
Woodside High School
High School Diploma
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