Adrian Acosta
LA County
Monterey Park,CA
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented metal fabricator apprentice with strong adaptability, reliability, and teamwork skills. Proven ability to troubleshoot production challenges and maintain industrial safety standards.
Work History
Metal Fabricator Apprentice
3 Years 8 Months- Operated machinery including plasma cutters and CNC equipment to enhance production efficiency.
- Fabricated metal components using welding and cutting techniques to meet project specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate assembly of structures.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot fabrication issues and implement effective solutions.
- Streamlined workflows by optimizing tool usage and minimizing material waste during production processes.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Performed routine maintenance on fabrication equipment, prolonging the life of machinery and preventing costly repairs or downtime.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Mentored new apprentices on departmental protocols and best practices for task execution.
- Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques and applying them to daily tasks.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, verifying accuracy of inventory against records.
Stacker Operator
1 Year- Operated stacker equipment to efficiently load and unload paper products for production lines.
- Monitored machine performance, identifying issues and implementing solutions to minimize downtime.
- Trained new team members on safe operation of stacking machinery and best practices in workflow management.
- Collaborated with production teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and optimize inventory flow.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment, ensuring adherence to safety standards and operational efficiency.
- Streamlined stacking processes, contributing to improved productivity and reduced material waste during operations.
- Enhanced production efficiency by maintaining and troubleshooting Stacker Operator equipment.
- Operated stacker machines for smooth product flow and improved overall output.
- Trained new employees on proper Stacker Operator procedures, promoting a well-informed workforce.
TIG Welder
1 Year 3 Months- Operated TIG welding equipment to produce high-quality welds on various metal components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise fabrication of parts.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding machinery to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve production timelines.
- Trained new staff on TIG welding techniques and best practices for quality assurance.
- Implemented safety protocols in compliance with industry standards to minimize hazards.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues, contributing to reduced downtime during operations.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques and applying them effectively across different projects.
Education
Welding Certification - Welding
- 4.0 GPA
High School Diploma
- 3.7 GPA
Fabrication - Fabrication
Skills
Technical learning to change
Plasma cutting
Sheet metal fabrication
Power tool operation
Aluminium welding
Press brake operation
Material handling
Welding equipment
Industrial safety
CAD software
Problem-solving
Quality assurance
Adaptability to change
Metal forming
Technical learning
Blueprint reading
Certification
- I Have A LA City D1.1
Timeline
Metal Fabricator Apprentice
LA County
01.2023 - CurrentRead More
Stacker Operator
International Paper
11.2021 - 11.2022Read More
TIG Welder
Dmc Power
01.2020 - 04.2021Read More
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