Andrew Hedrick
Winlock,WA
Summary
Dynamic welder with extensive experience, skilled in MIG and TIG techniques. Proven ability to interpret blueprints and ensure high-quality fabrication. Recognized for attention to detail and effective collaboration, consistently optimizing workflow and reducing material waste. Committed to maintaining industry standards and delivering exceptional results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder
Al's Welding
Chehalis, WA
03.2025 - Current
- Operated welding equipment to fabricate metal components according to specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate assembly of projects.
- Conducted quality inspections on welded joints to maintain high standards of workmanship.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency and reduce material waste.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Assistant Operator
Smurfit Westrock
Longview, WA
04.2024 - 03.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Welder/fabricator/ Field Ironworker
Steel Management Systems
Kelso, WA
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to produce high-quality welds on structural steel components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise fabrication of parts and assemblies.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding machinery to ensure operational efficiency and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime during production processes.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
Foundrymen/ Welder
Roemers Electric Steel Foundry
Longview, WA
03.2021 - 04.2023
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate metal components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise weld specifications.
- Conducted quality inspections on welds to maintain high production standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot welding issues effectively.
Fabricator/welder / Valve Technician
Fabricast Valve
Longview, WA
10.2015 - 01.2021
- Fabricated valve components using precision tools and equipment.
- Interpreted engineering drawings to ensure accurate assembly of parts.
- Operated welding machines to join metal pieces efficiently.
- Conducted quality inspections to maintain industry standards for finished products.
- Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
Skills
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Torch cutting
- Layout and fitting
Certification
Wabo certified welder I.D # W31198
Timeline
Welder
Al's Welding
03.2025 - Current
Assistant Operator
Smurfit Westrock
04.2024 - 03.2025
Welder/fabricator/ Field Ironworker
Steel Management Systems
03.2023 - 03.2024
Foundrymen/ Welder
Roemers Electric Steel Foundry
03.2021 - 04.2023
Fabricator/welder / Valve Technician
Fabricast Valve
10.2015 - 01.2021