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Alex Geneser

Urbandale,IA

Summary

Detail-oriented Manufacturing Foreman with a strong background in technical applications including MIG and TIG welding. Known for effective decision-making and problem-solving skills, contributing to improved workflow and team efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Foreman

3e Electrical Engineering & Equipment
Des Moines, IA
06.2019 - Current

Began as a fabrication specialist. Duties included using MIG and TIG welding applications. Read and interpreted blueprints. Operated plasma table, break press and paint booth.

Was promoted to shop foreman in August of 2021 and currently hold that role.

In this role I am in charge of coordinating distribution of prints and work to the shop floor. Communicating with engineers, customers and my team to make sure work flows smoothly.

I review resumes and interview candidates to properly staff the shop

Manage time cards and our job tracking system to monitor time spent on jobs and make sure the correct wages are paid out

Welder Fabricator

Lemar Industries
Des Moines, IA
04.2015 - 03.2019

Welded and fabricated agricultural structures such as staircases, catwalks, ladders and handrails

Operated an angle master machine

Operated the paint booth

Welder

John Deere
Ankeny, IA
04.2012 - 10.2014

Welded 4940 center frames and main sprayer frames using .045 and .035 MIG weld wire

Assembled on the cotton picker line

Hung parts and transported items in the paint department

Building Materials Associate

Menards
Cedar Rapids, IA
04.2010 - 07.2011
  • Maintained knowledge of inventory and building materials to provide accurate information.
  • Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
  • Organized and restocked merchandise on sales floor to ensure optimal product availability.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve store layout and increase customer accessibility.

Education

High School Diploma -

Woodward-Granger High School
Woodward, IA
05.2009

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Attention to detail
  • Dedicated work ethic
  • Critical thinking
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Welding techniques
  • Decision-making
  • Effective communication

Timeline

Manufacturing Foreman

3e Electrical Engineering & Equipment
06.2019 - Current

Welder Fabricator

Lemar Industries
04.2015 - 03.2019

Welder

John Deere
04.2012 - 10.2014

Building Materials Associate

Menards
04.2010 - 07.2011

High School Diploma -

Woodward-Granger High School