Jordan Kemp
United States Marine Veteran
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About
Marine Corps Veteran and former Sergeant with a proven record of leadership, discipline, accountability, and performance in high-pressure environments. Experienced in welding, fabrication, pipe preparation, rigging, mechanical work, safety procedures, and production operations. Brings military-trained leadership, mission focus, adaptability, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to quality.
Proven ability to follow technical procedures, work safely, lead and support teams, and complete demanding tasks to standard and on schedule.
Experience
Sergeant at United States Marine Corps (2017-01)
Served in a leadership role requiring discipline, accountability, sound judgment, and consistent adherence to standards and procedures.
- Led and supported personnel in demanding, high-pressure environments while maintaining mission focus and operational readiness.
- Applied military standards for safety, teamwork, communication, equipment accountability, and attention to detail.
- Developed strong leadership, problem-solving, adaptability, and time-management skills transferable to industrial and manufacturing environments.
- Selected to attend Marine Corps Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt and Green Belt training, strengthening process-improvement and efficiency skills.
Contractor Welder at WAM Inc. (2025-03 – 2025-08)
- Read and interpreted bill sheets, blueprints, and work orders to ensure accurate fabrication and assembly.
- Measured, marked, prepared, and welded 2"–4" pipe while maintaining tight tolerances and quality standards.
- Operated floor cranes and rigging equipment to safely lift, move, and position pipe onto conveyors and workstations.
- Performed FCAW and TIG welding, producing strong, clean, and reliable welds.
- Fabricated augers from raw materials through layout, cutting, welding, and assembly.
- Performed visual weld inspections for penetration, bead quality, and structural integrity.
- Followed OSHA and shop safety procedures while working efficiently with production teams to meet deadlines.
TIG Welder / Fabricator at Procoaters, Inc. (2024-08 – 2024-12)
- Performed high-volume TIG welding on components and assemblies with an emphasis on precision, consistency, and repeatable quality.
- Welded carbon steel and other shop materials according to specifications, blueprints, and work instructions.
- Prepared materials through cleaning, fit-up, alignment, and tack welding to ensure proper joint integrity.
- Inspected completed welds for penetration, uniform bead profile, and structural soundness.
- Maintained production pace and quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Collaborated with supervisors and team members to ensure parts met customer and company requirements before shipment.
Education
Welding – Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Atlanta (2023-10 – 2024-06)
High School Diploma – Tucker High School (2013-04 – 2015-05)

