Leon Dunn, Jr. Email & Phone Number

Midland, Tx, Us

Midland, Texas, United States

In my current role at TURNCO LLC, I have spearheaded the development of quality assurance and operational efficiency programs, fostering enhanced performance and cost savings for Operator clients in the Oil & Gas industry. Key contributions include:- Architecting SOPs and custom quality assurance protocols that surpass industry benchmarks, ensuring our Operator clients receive unparalleled service.- Innovating Motor Failure Analytics Reports, providing clients with critical insights… Show more In my current role at TURNCO LLC, I have spearheaded the development of quality assurance and operational efficiency programs, fostering enhanced performance and cost savings for Operator clients in the Oil & Gas industry. Key contributions include:- Architecting SOPs and custom quality assurance protocols that surpass industry benchmarks, ensuring our Operator clients receive unparalleled service.- Innovating Motor Failure Analytics Reports, providing clients with critical insights into vendor component performance, identifying problematic areas, and facilitating comparative analysis.- Crafting a Rig/Well Cost Savings Report that articulates the value of Turnco Inspection's preemptive CAT 3-5 Pre-Inspections, highlighting how we prevent excessive Non-Productive Time by detecting and rejecting flawed components.- Producing a Pre-Inspection Rejected Component Analytics Report, offering Operators a transparent view of BHA Vendor quality rankings, enhancing decision-making processes.- Designing targeted training modules on Mud Motor fundamentals and critical components, such as power sections and bearing assemblies, tailored to integrate seamlessly with Operators' drilling programs.My commitment to excellence in this role reflects in the measurable value and operational improvements delivered to our clients, reinforcing TURNCO LLC 's reputation as a leader in Oil & Gas services. Show less

Midland, Texas, United States

At Bureau Veritas / TH Hill, a pioneer of the DS-1® standards for drill string inspection and design, I upheld the integrity of drilling operations by ensuring that equipment delivered to customers met rigorous quality benchmarks. My role encompassed a spectrum of responsibilities, from precise dimensional verification of components to the meticulous examination of equipment and quality documentation.Key Responsibilities:- Conducted third-party inspections, guaranteeing that… Show more At Bureau Veritas / TH Hill, a pioneer of the DS-1® standards for drill string inspection and design, I upheld the integrity of drilling operations by ensuring that equipment delivered to customers met rigorous quality benchmarks. My role encompassed a spectrum of responsibilities, from precise dimensional verification of components to the meticulous examination of equipment and quality documentation.Key Responsibilities:- Conducted third-party inspections, guaranteeing that drilling equipment was inspected, assembled, and tested in alignment with customer-specified standards.Key Accomplishments:- Instrumental in increasing monthly revenue by $100K through the promotion and implementation of a 24/7 Dedicated Technician Program, which was adopted by a leading drilling operator in the Permian Basin.- Handpicked by the superintendent and elite superintendents of a prominent drilling operator for the Dedicated QA Technician Program, enforcing DS-1 Vol. 3 & 4 standards.- Saved Pioneer Natural Resources approximately $1.9 million in shop repairs by advocating for effective field repairs and ensuring fair inspection practices were adhered to.- Corrected a significant conflict of interest between a rig contractor and an inspection company, fostering transparency and cost-saving field repair processes.- Reduced Comstock Resources shop repair costs by 56% ($112,356), through diligent damage verification and negotiation, reversing unjustified repair charges.- Proposed a simple yet impactful solution to Pioneer Natural Resources, projected to save an estimated $1.5 million annually in shop repairs and the replacement of drill pipe joints.My tenure at Bureau Veritas / TH Hill was characterized by a relentless drive for excellence, transparency, and significant cost savings, marking me as a trusted and effective quality assurance professional in the Oil & Gas industry. Show less

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Tx

As a dedicated District Manager and NDT Technician at TURNCO, I was instrumental in elevating the standards of inspection and maintenance for Mud Motors and BHA components to DS-1 Specifications. My responsibilities entailed:- Accurately maintaining quality inspection reports, utilizing the proprietary B.R.I.T.E. software system, including detailed documentation of component conditions through photographic evidence.- Conducting comprehensive visual, magnetic particle, and liquid… Show more As a dedicated District Manager and NDT Technician at TURNCO, I was instrumental in elevating the standards of inspection and maintenance for Mud Motors and BHA components to DS-1 Specifications. My responsibilities entailed:- Accurately maintaining quality inspection reports, utilizing the proprietary B.R.I.T.E. software system, including detailed documentation of component conditions through photographic evidence.- Conducting comprehensive visual, magnetic particle, and liquid penetrant testing across various materials, coupled with specialized magnetic particle weld testing.- Executing field and shop inspections with an unwavering commitment to quality, leading to the efficient identification and repair of equipment imperfections such as minor cracks, thread, and shoulder blemishes.- Demonstrating exceptional proficiency in complete thread and dimensional inspection, ensuring equipment integrity and compliance with industry standards.Key Accomplishments:- Developed an innovative, interactive inventory management system to monitor, calculate, and analyze supply usage and costs per customer site, significantly reducing unnecessary expenditure and minimizing waste.- Designed and implemented a strategic training system that successfully reduced the learning curve for new hires, enhancing their methods and techniques in the preparation and inspection of BHA components, swiftly transforming inspector trainees into experienced Level I inspectors.- Identified and addressed critical glitches in the company's software system, facilitating the correction of billing and invoicing errors by the accounting department.- Maintained an impeccable on-call response record, demonstrating unparalleled reliability and dedication to operational demands.This role was a testament to my commitment to quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement within the high-stakes environment of the Oil & Gas industry. Show less

Houston, Texas Area

• Determine schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities, based on work priority, quantity of equipment, and skill of personnel.• Monitor employees' work levels and review work performance.• Monitor tool and part inventories and the condition and maintenance of shops to ensure adequate working conditions.• Investigate accidents or injuries and prepare reports of findings.• Recommend or initiate personnel actions, such as hires, promotions, transfers, discharges, or… Show more • Determine schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities, based on work priority, quantity of equipment, and skill of personnel.• Monitor employees' work levels and review work performance.• Monitor tool and part inventories and the condition and maintenance of shops to ensure adequate working conditions.• Investigate accidents or injuries and prepare reports of findings.• Recommend or initiate personnel actions, such as hires, promotions, transfers, discharges, or disciplinary measures.• Compile operational or personnel records, such as time and production records, inventory data, repair or maintenance statistics, or test results.• Develop, implement, or evaluate maintenance policies and procedures.• Counsel employees about work-related issues and assist employees to correct job-skill deficiencies.• Repair or replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery or equipment.• Repair or maintain the operating condition of industrial production or processing machinery or equipment.• Examine parts for defects, such as breakage or excessive wear.• Clean, lubricate, or adjust parts, equipment, or machinery.• Analyze test results, machine error messages, or information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems.• Record repairs and maintenance performed. Show less

• Visual testing (tubing, casing, and drilling equipment)• Magnetic particle testing (ferrous materials)• Liquid Penetrant testing (non-ferrous materials)• Magnetic particle Weld testing• Expertise in Identification and Inspection of Threads• Field Inspection of B.H.A (Bottom Hole Assembly) tools and of Drill Pipes (DS-I CAT 3-5 / API RP-7G specification)• Shop Inspection of Directional Drilling Motors• Field and Shop Inspection of Stabilizers, Reamers etc. •… Show more • Visual testing (tubing, casing, and drilling equipment)• Magnetic particle testing (ferrous materials)• Liquid Penetrant testing (non-ferrous materials)• Magnetic particle Weld testing• Expertise in Identification and Inspection of Threads• Field Inspection of B.H.A (Bottom Hole Assembly) tools and of Drill Pipes (DS-I CAT 3-5 / API RP-7G specification)• Shop Inspection of Directional Drilling Motors• Field and Shop Inspection of Stabilizers, Reamers etc. • Field Inspection of Non Magnetic Tools (Liquid Penetrant Inspection). Show less

Houston, Texas Area

• Assisted Lead Inspectors in Field and Shop Inspection of B.H.A (Bottom Hole Assembly) tools and of Drill Pipes (DS-1 Specification)• Assisted Lead Inspectors in Field and Shop Inspection of Stabilizers, Reamers etc.• Assisted Lead Inspectors in Field Inspection of Non Magnetic Tools (Liquid Penetrant Inspection).

Mechanical Engineering

Certification, Magnetic Particle & Liquid Penatrant Testing

Mechanical Engineering