CHAD ANDERSON
Brandon,MB
Summary
Focused Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in directing manufacturing employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Behlen Industries
05.2021 - Current
- Successfully managed up to 30 projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in team''s ability to deliver results.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
Quality Assurance & Welding Inspector
Behlen Industries LP
11.2014 - 05.2021
- Inspected and examined materials and finished parts and products for defects and wear to verify conformance with blueprints, diagrams, and template specifications.
- Provided expert guidance on best practices related to quality control and assurance, supporting continuous improvement efforts within the organization.
- Maintained accurate records of all inspections performed, allowing for more informed decision making regarding maintenance schedules and resource allocation.
- Investigated complaints to remedy buildings, equipment and safety issues.
- Conducted regular audits of internal systems and processes to identify opportunities for optimization while maintaining high quality standards.
- Conducted root cause analysis after critical incidents which led directly to improved safety protocols implementation.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
- Provided feedback to production team regarding product quality.
Welder / Fabricator
Behlen Industries LP
06.2005 - 11.2014
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
Service Mechanic / Helper
Wayne Anderson Trucking
01.2002 - 03.2008
- Service of highway tractors and trailers
- Schedule and perform oil and filter changes in diesel engines, transmissions, and differentials
- Maintain and service coolant, power steering, and fuel systems
- Service, repair, or adjust brake systems
- Order and delivery of parts
- General inspections of tractors and trailers
- Washing, polishing, and interior detailing
- Helping certified Heavy Duty Mechanic(s)
Welder / Fabricator
Cancade Company Ltd
06.2003 - 07.2004
- Fabrication and Welding
- Welded components in flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions
- Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Lay out, position, align, and tack parts and sub assemblies prior to assembly, using straightedges,combination squares, calipers, and rulers
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications
- Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment, and cutting equipment.
Education
Diploma - Industrial Metals Fabrication
Assiniboine Community College
Brandon, MB06.2005
High School Diploma -
Crocus Plains Regional Secondary
Brandon, MB06.2003
Skills
- Project Management
- Project planning and development
- Project Scheduling
- Strategic Planning
- Customer Relations
- Advanced problem solving
- Root Cause Analysis
- Team Leadership
- Creative Thinking
- Inspection
- Fabrication
- Welding
Accomplishments
- Red Seal Designation - Welder
- Certified CWB Level 1 Welding Inspector
- ISO 9001:2015 QMS Auditor
- American Society for Quality - Certified Quality Inspector
- Industrial Metals Fabrication Diploma
- Excell Intermediate
- Excell Office Essentials
- PM Course(s) Pending
Languages
English
Professional Working
Certification
Red Seal Designation - Welder
Certified CWB Level 1 Welding Inspector
ISO 9001:2015 QMS Auditor
American Society for Quality - Certified Quality Inspector
Industrial Metals Fabrication Diploma
Excell Intermediate
Excell Office Essentials
Pending PM Training
Timeline
Project Manager
Behlen Industries
05.2021 - Current
Quality Assurance & Welding Inspector
Behlen Industries LP
11.2014 - 05.2021
Welder / Fabricator
Behlen Industries LP
06.2005 - 11.2014
Welder / Fabricator
Cancade Company Ltd
06.2003 - 07.2004
Service Mechanic / Helper
Wayne Anderson Trucking
01.2002 - 03.2008
Diploma - Industrial Metals Fabrication
Assiniboine Community College
High School Diploma -
Crocus Plains Regional Secondary
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