Adept at spearheading efficiency and quality improvements, I leveraged my expertise in root-cause analysis and mentoring at Deltaconstructors to enhance team capabilities and system stability. My proficiency in SolidWorks 3D models and continuous improvement methodologies drove significant productivity gains, underscoring my ability to solve complex problems and foster professional growth.
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Abner Barajas
McAllen,TX
Summary
Overview
15
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Deltaconstructors
Mechanical Field Engineer
10.2022 - 11.2024
Job overview
- Spearheaded training initiatives for junior staff members, enhancing overall team capabilities in the field environment.
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues to address complex problems using innovative approaches, resulting in increased productivity levels onsite.
- Conducted root-cause analyses for recurring issues, leading to long-term resolutions that improved system stability significantly.
- Optimized mechanical systems performance by troubleshooting issues and providing effective solutions.
Deltaconstructors
Mechanical General Foreman
01.2022 - 10.2022
Job overview
- Mentored junior technicians, fostering a positive learning environment that encouraged professional growth.
- Managed budgets and schedules, ensuring projects were completed within allocated timeframes and resources.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, minimizing waste while ensuring availability of necessary tools and materials on demand.
- Led training sessions on new equipment usage and industry best practices, promoting a culture of continuous learning within the team.
Deltaconstructors
Mechanical Forman
07.2021 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices and fostering professional growth through targeted feedback.
- Prioritized safety, conducting regular inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Spearheaded cost reduction initiatives by identifying opportunities for process improvement and implementing strategic changes.
- Championed quality control measures, regularly reviewing workmanship to maintain the highest standards of excellence in all projects.
- Collaborated with project teams to deliver timely, high-quality results within budget parameters.
Deltaconstructors
Pipefitter
02.2020 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.
Deltaconstructors
Ironworker
11.2018 - 02.2020
Job overview
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
- Skillfully operated hand tools such as spud wrenches or drift pins for aligning bolt holes in steel members during assembly processes.
Emerson Climate Technologies
Production Supervisor
06.2014 - 12.2017
Job overview
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Managed a team of 40 production associates, overseeing productive production processes, and meeting all deadlines.
Emerson Climate Technologies
Team Leader
03.2011 - 06.2014
Job overview
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
Emerson Climate Technologies
Grup Lead
10.2009 - 03.2011
Job overview
- Implemented standardized work procedures, ensuring consistency in operations while maximizing efficiency.
- Managed the development and implementation of standard work documents, ensuring consistency in operations while maximizing efficiency.
- Analyzed existing processes to identify opportunities for optimization, recommending changes that led to significant cost savings and improved performance.
- Trained staff on Lean methodologies, empowering employees to identify and address inefficiencies proactively.
Skills
- Welding techniques
- Equipment installation
- Condition monitoring
- Manufacturing processes
- Control systems
- Piping design
- Thermodynamics
- Stress analysis
- Engineering drawings
- Hydraulics and pneumatics
- Field service engineering
- Microsoft Excel
- SolidWorks 3D models
- Risk assessment
- Mentoring and training
- Scheduling
- Continuous improvement
- Quality assurance
- Project management
- Data analysis
- Manufacturing process controls
- Risk management
- Root-cause analysis
- 2D and 3D modeling
- Data interpretation
- Complex problem solver
- Production line control
- Structural analysis
- Component functions and testing requirements
- Regulatory compliance
- Test procedures
- Quality assurance controls
- Lean principles
- Technical writing
- Six sigma methodologies
- AutoDesk inventor
Certification
- NCCER Construction Site Safety Supervisor
- NCCER Construction Site Safety Technician
- NCCER Construction Site Safety Orientation
- NCCER Safety Technology
- NCCER Field Safety
- NCCER Safety Leadership
- OSHA-10
- OSHA-30
- NFPA-70E
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Mechanical Field Engineer
Deltaconstructors
10.2022 - 11.2024
Mechanical General Foreman
Deltaconstructors
01.2022 - 10.2022
Mechanical Forman
Deltaconstructors
07.2021 - 05.2022
Pipefitter
Deltaconstructors
02.2020 - 07.2021
Ironworker
Deltaconstructors
11.2018 - 02.2020
Production Supervisor
Emerson Climate Technologies
06.2014 - 12.2017
Team Leader
Emerson Climate Technologies
03.2011 - 06.2014
Grup Lead
Emerson Climate Technologies
10.2009 - 03.2011