John Mathews
Clyde
Summary
Accomplished pipe welder with proven expertise in safety protocol implementation, quality control, and team collaboration. Committed to maintaining secure work environments while streamlining operations to enhance efficiency. Results-driven professional with extensive experience in pipe fabrication and welding. Proven ability to lead teams, enforce safety standards, and ensure compliance with quality control measures. Ready to leverage expertise to enhance operational efficiency and safety.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipe Welder, Foreman, Superintendent
M.B. Haynes Industrial
Asheville
09.2019 - 01.2024
- Streamlined daily operations to enhance workflow efficiency and service delivery.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment for employees.
- Daily JHA filled out for steps of task to be completed safely.
- Fabricated and assembled pipe systems according to specifications and blueprints.
- Operated welding equipment to perform high-quality welds on various materials.
- Inspected completed welds for quality and compliance with safety standards.
Combination Pipe Welder
CB&I, Chicago Bridge & Iron
Asheville
10.2017 - 01.2020
- Fabricated pipe systems using various welding techniques and equipment.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate project execution.
- First pipe welder to be hired, completed all welds throughout the job without any repairs on chrome and carbon piping systems.
General Supervisor
CB&I, Chicago Bridge & Iron
Lake Charles
03.2015 - 09.2017
- Supervised daily operations of welding on modules for the Plant Vogtle and Summer's nuclear facilities.
- Inspected welds, and instructed welders to use correct weld procedures.
- I made request for the Q.C. department to inspect the welds made on the modules.
- Supervisor training 1 & 2 completed with certificate of training.
- Trained and mentored junior staff, promoting best practices in safety and workflow management.
- Monitored work quality and adherence to weld procedures.
- Conducted regular site inspections to identify hazards and enforce safety protocols effectively.
Combination Pipe Welder
Fluor Construction
Anderson
02.2016 - 07.2017
- Produced consistently smooth, durable welds and quality-controlled finish work.
- Welded and worked with stainless steel and various alloys.
- Completed skilled welds on pressure-tested pipe in installations.
Specialty Pipe Welder
Wachs
Rock Hill
02.2011 - 07.2013
- Fabricated and assembled pipe systems using welding techniques and tools.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve welding issues.
- Conducted inspections of welds to ensure quality and compliance with standards.
- Adhered to safety protocols while working in hazardous environments.
- Assisted in training new employees on welding processes and safety practices.
- Produced consistently smooth, durable welds and quality-controlled finish work.
- Operated various types of welding machines such as MIG, TIG, ARC, oxy-acetylene torches .
- Assisted other team members with troubleshooting any problems encountered during production runs.
Combination Pipe Welder
Northrop Grumman
Pascagoula
03.2009 - 09.2010
- Fabricated pipe systems using various welding techniques and equipment.
- Welded titanium piping on multiple naval ships.
- Conducted inspections on welds to maintain quality control.
- Quality control is trained to inspect titanium welds and pressure welds. A color perception test is also given to ensure quality.
- Welded stainless steel and copper-nickel piping systems.
Process Pipe Welder
Kirks Process Piping
High Point
02.2004 - 01.2006
- Welding food grade stainless piping in dairy processing plants.
- Welded all kinds of stainless steel pipes including carbon steel pipes in different positions like flat position, horizontal position .
- Produced consistently smooth, durable welds and quality-controlled finish work.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces of metal components prior to welding.
- Verified that all necessary joints were properly fitted before welding process began.
Tube Welder
Camtech
Kingsport
02.2002 - 06.2002
- Maintained cleanliness of work area at all times.
- Produced consistently smooth, durable welds and quality-controlled finish work.
- Welded over 700 pressure welds on a new recovery boiler, with 3 repairs.
- Completed skilled welds on pressure-tested pipe in installations.
- Utilized hoists, cranes and other lifting devices when necessary for moving heavy panels and piping to put in location.
Education
Welding Degree
Haywood Community Collge
Clyde,NC04-1987
Skills
- Pipe fabrication
- Welding equipment operation
- Quality inspection
- Safety protocol enforcement
Timeline
Pipe Welder, Foreman, Superintendent
M.B. Haynes Industrial
09.2019 - 01.2024
Combination Pipe Welder
CB&I, Chicago Bridge & Iron
10.2017 - 01.2020
Combination Pipe Welder
Fluor Construction
02.2016 - 07.2017
General Supervisor
CB&I, Chicago Bridge & Iron
03.2015 - 09.2017
Specialty Pipe Welder
Wachs
02.2011 - 07.2013
Combination Pipe Welder
Northrop Grumman
03.2009 - 09.2010
Process Pipe Welder
Kirks Process Piping
02.2004 - 01.2006
Tube Welder
Camtech
02.2002 - 06.2002
Welding Degree
Haywood Community Collge
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