Alton Milton Kettledas
Welding Supervisor
Secunda
Summary
Accomplished Welding Fabricator at Actom with expertise in MIG and TIG welding, ensuring high-quality standards and compliance. Proven ability to enhance production efficiency through process improvements and effective team collaboration. Skilled in welding inspection and safety procedures, fostering a culture of safety and excellence in fabrication.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding Fabricator
Actom
10.2025 - Current
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques to meet project specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate construction of assemblies.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards were met.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance production efficiency.
- Assisted in training new staff on welding techniques and safety protocols for improved workplace competency.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and increased productivity in fabrication tasks.
- Achieved consistent weld quality through careful preparation of materials and attention to detail during execution.
Piping Supervisor
Hydra Arc
10.2022 - 06.2025
- Supervised installation and maintenance of piping systems to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated daily operations, optimizing workflow and resource allocation among team members.
- Trained junior staff on equipment use and safety protocols, enhancing team performance and safety awareness.
- Conducted inspections to identify potential issues in piping systems, implementing preventive measures promptly.
Piping Supervisor
Babcock
02.2012 - 04.2019
- Supervised installation and maintenance of piping systems to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated daily operations, optimizing workflow and resource allocation among team members.
- Trained junior staff on equipment use and safety protocols, enhancing team performance and safety awareness.
- Conducted inspections to identify potential issues in piping systems, implementing preventive measures promptly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alra Park Secondary School
Nigel1992
Skills
Torch cutting
Grinding and finishing
Pipe welding
Stainless steel welding
Safety procedures
Joint preparation
Shielded metal arc welding
Gas metal arc welding
Structural fabrication
Gas tungsten arc welding
Carbon steel welding
Welding equipment maintenance
Welding positioning
Welding symbols interpretation
Welding inspection
Fabrication
Lockout and tagout procedures
Jig fabrication
Flux core arc welding
Blueprints
Weld inspections
Blueprint interpretation
Welding procedure specification
Stick welding
Electrical safety
Production
Grinders
Confined space entry
Visual inspection
Post-welding treatment
Hand tool safety
Non-destructive testing
Quality control and assurance
Magnetic particle testing
Fall protection
Timeline
Welding Fabricator
Actom
10.2025 - Current
Piping Supervisor
Hydra Arc
10.2022 - 06.2025
Piping Supervisor
Babcock
02.2012 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Alra Park Secondary School