Joshua Porter
Corryton
Summary
Proven welding technologist with 20+ years of experience in welding and metal fabrication. Skilled in blueprint interpretation and safety compliance, with a strong focus on training and developing team members to ensure quality outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding Technologist
CNS Y-12
Oak Ridge, TN
04.2021 - Current
- Introduced welding safety protocols and responsibilities to new welders and inspectors, enhancing compliance and safety awareness.
- Tested welders and created new welding procedures as required.
- Acted as a liaison between planner/supervisors and field weld engineers to ensure the weld records aligned correctly with materials, weld procedures, and job specifications.
- During off shift hours i adopted the weld inspectors supervisor roles and responsibilities.
Welding Inspector
CNS Y-12
Oak Ridge, TN
01.2011 - 04.2021
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure compliance with AWS/ASNT/ASME standards & specifications.
- Trained new-hire inspectors on inspection techniques and safety protocols, fostering a culture of quality assurance.
- 4 years experience in Can Shop Dye Pent Lab
- 4 years experience in the 9201-5North Dye Pent Lab
Sheet Metal Fabricator
CNS Y-12
Oak Ridge, TN
07.2009 - 01.2011
- Fabricated precision sheet metal components according to engineering specifications.
- Operated metal forming machinery to create complex metal parts efficiently.
- Collaborated with engineers to refine fabrication processes and improve designs.
Education
Journeyman - Layout And Industrial Welding
Sheet Metal Workers Local 5
Knoxville, TNSkills
- Welding expertise
- Blueprint interpretation
- Welding inspection
- Strong leadership skills
Timeline
Welding Technologist
CNS Y-12
04.2021 - Current
Welding Inspector
CNS Y-12
01.2011 - 04.2021
Sheet Metal Fabricator
CNS Y-12
07.2009 - 01.2011
Journeyman - Layout And Industrial Welding
Sheet Metal Workers Local 5