Aaron Riley
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Accomplished Welding Fabricator at Buffalo Metal Fabricating with expertise in MIG and TIG welding. Enhanced production efficiency through innovative solutions and meticulous attention to detail. Proven ability to interpret blueprints and collaborate effectively with engineers, ensuring high-quality outcomes and reduced material waste. Committed to safety and continuous improvement in fabrication processes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding Fabricator
Buffalo Metal Fabricating
11.2004 - 12.2024
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop custom solutions for unique structural challenges.
- Assisted in the continuous improvement of shop procedures by suggesting innovative ideas that increased efficiency.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
- Developed a strong understanding of blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate fabrication outcomes.
- Improved welding quality by performing precise cuts, bevels, and welds on various metals.
- Completed complex fabrication projects with precision, ensuring the final product met client specifications.
- Increased production efficiency by maintaining and repairing welding equipment regularly.
- Advanced skills in various welding techniques including MIG, TIG, stick welding, and plasma cutting.
- Achieved consistent weld quality through careful preparation of materials and attention to detail during execution.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring and cutting materials for each project.
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
Owner
Classic Cue
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Performing Arts
Buffalo, NY06.2003
Skills
- Blueprint interpretation
- Welding techniques
- Equipment maintenance
- Material cutting
- Torch cutting
- Gas metal arc welding
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Joint preparation
- Safety procedures
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Overhead crane operation
- Aluminum welding
- Carbon steel welding
- Stainless steel welding
- Grinding and finishing
- Welding equipment maintenance
- Stick welding
- Fabrication
- Production
- MIG welding
- Confined space entry
- Precision measurement
- Parts fabrication
- Titanium welding
- Jig building
- Crane and rigging safety
- Hand tool safety
- TIG welding
Timeline
Owner
Classic Cue
01.2019 - 08.2019
Welding Fabricator
Buffalo Metal Fabricating
11.2004 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
Performing Arts
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