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ABHIJITH CHANDRAN RAMACHANDRAN SHEELA

Leicester,Leicestershire

Summary

CSWIP 3.1 certified welding inspector and PCN and ASNT Level II NDT technician with over seven years of experience in weld inspection and quality control. Expertise in visual testing (VT), penetrant testing (PT), magnetic testing (MT), and ultrasonic testing (UT) ensures adherence to international standards in various industrial projects. Committed to maintaining safety and accuracy while delivering high-quality inspection results.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

INTERIM FC LEAD

Amazon Logistics
Hinckley, Leicestershire
2023.06 - Current
  • Led and supervised team of 40 plus of warehouse associates in Amazon Fulfilment Centre, ensuring daily targets for operations.
  • Monitored productivity, quality, and attendance metrics while maintaining strict adherence to health and safety standards.
  • Trained and mentored team members, conducted performance reviews, and resolved operational issues to improve efficiency.
  • Collaborated with management to optimize processes, maintain inventory accuracy, and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted in problem solving within team settings. Supported industrial truck operations as marshal. Provided first aid and fire marshal services during emergencies.

QA/QC WELDING INSPECTOR

SCORE QC TRAINING AND SERVICES
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
2020.08 - 2023.03

Projects

Slurry holding tank repair (Ambatovy, Madagascar – June 2022)

Gas pipeline project (Rio Tinto, Madagascar – August 2020)

  • Approved welding procedures and assessed qualifications of welders to ensure adherence to industry standards.
  • Verify welder and WPS qualification compliance to maintain safety and quality in welding operations.
  • Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure safety compliance with industry standards and organisational policies.
  • Conduct detailed planning and scheduling of NDT inspections to ensure compliance and efficiency.
  • Interpreted NDT results (VT, PT and MT) in accordance with ASME Sec V, VIII standards to ensure compliance and safety.
  • Developed and directed comprehensive quality control programmes to ensure product excellence.
  • Facilitated issuance of welding tickets to support efficient project workflows and operational effectiveness.
  • Assess welding specifications to maintain quality and safety in production processes.
  • Guarantee correct equipment and materials are employed to support effective workflow processes.

Mechanical QC and NDT Technician

Trinity Inspections
Thiruvananthapuram, India
2018.12 - 2020.05

Projects

Hot Water Tank (1200L) – January 2020

GAIL India gas pipeline (Kochi to Mangalore – Dec 2018)

  • Conducted Non-Destructive Testing VT, PT and MT.
  • Inspect welds to ensure compliance with established codes, drawings, and standards.
  • Conducted inspections of records and prepared comprehensive reports.
  • Maintain NDT documentation and records to facilitate accurate tracking and reporting of inspection results.

NDT Technician

Bluetech Engineering and Services
Alula, India
2016.07 - 2018.12

Projects

Steel pipeline repair - Autokast Ltd, Alappuzha.

  • Performed VT and PT inspections on welds and pipes to identify defects and enhance quality assurance processes.
  • Calibrate and maintain testing equipment to support accurate testing and analysis processes.
  • Perform ultrasonic thickness measurements to assess material condition.
  • Evaluate samples against quality standards prepare technical inspection reports

Education

Master of Engineering - Manufacturing

Bethlehem Institute of Engineering
Kanyakumari, India

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical

SCAD College of Engineering and Technology
Tirunelveli, India

Skills

  • Analytical and Technical abilities
  • Welding drawing and document reading
  • Communication skills
  • Leadership
  • Problem-solving
  • Safety awareness
  • Mechanical maintenance
  • Diagnosis and fault finding

Languages

English
Upper intermediate
Malayalam
Proficient (C2)

Certification

  • CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector, Certificate No. 422603/2
  • ASNT Level II – Magnetic Particle Testing, PCN No. 358229
  • UK Full Driving License
  • First Aider, Certificate No.FAAW-1425-66
  • Fire Marshal
  • ASNT Level II – Visual Testing
  • ASNT Level II – Penetrant Testing
  • ASNT Level II – Magnetic Particle Testing
  • ASNT Level II – Ultrasonic Testing
  • ASNT Level II – Radiographic Testing

Timeline

INTERIM FC LEAD

Amazon Logistics
2023.06 - Current

QA/QC WELDING INSPECTOR

SCORE QC TRAINING AND SERVICES
2020.08 - 2023.03

Mechanical QC and NDT Technician

Trinity Inspections
2018.12 - 2020.05

NDT Technician

Bluetech Engineering and Services
2016.07 - 2018.12

Master of Engineering - Manufacturing

Bethlehem Institute of Engineering

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical

SCAD College of Engineering and Technology
ABHIJITH CHANDRAN RAMACHANDRAN SHEELA