HERBERT A SCHENKEL
Peoria,AZ
Summary
Results-oriented professional with significant experience in MIG and TIG welding at Proto Customs and PROTO-VEST. Demonstrated ability to enhance production efficiency and uphold safety standards while promoting teamwork and improving overall performance. Focused on quality and continuous improvement in fabrication processes.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder Fabricator
Proto Customs
Glendale, Arizona
12.2023 - 11.2025
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Maintained welding equipment for optimal performance and safety standards.
- Inspected welds for quality and adherence to specifications.
- Operated plasma cutters and other fabrication tools efficiently.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
Plant Manager / forklift training officer
PROTO-VEST DRYERS
Glendale, AZ
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Implemented strategies that optimized production efficiency across operations.
- Resolved operational issues promptly to minimize disruptions.
- Managed daily plant operations, including personnel and equipment scheduling.
- Coordinated maintenance activities to ensure facility reliability and performance.
- Established productivity, quality, and safety improvement goals for teams.
- Supervised cross-departmental team members to enhance collaboration and output.
- Maintained precise records of employee attendance, overtime, and inventory levels.
- Conducted root cause analysis to address process failures and customer complaints.
- Developed training materials to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
- Created and utilized successful lesson plans to train on outlined material.
Lead Welder /Certified Forklift Operator
PROTO-VEST INC.
Glendale, AZ
10.2001 - 12.2020
- Developed welding plans and procedures for production processes.
- Performed welding operations on metals such as aluminum, stainless steel and carbon steel using TIG, MIG and flux core arc welding techniques.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
- Supervised other welders in the shop to ensure quality standards were met.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all welding equipment including torches, regulators, hoses.
- Created jigs and fixtures for welding projects that require accuracy or repeatability.
- Trained new employees in the use of welding equipment and techniques according to company policies.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within warehouse settings.
- Conducted routine safety inspections on equipment and reported issues.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment for all staff.
Lead Welder/Robot Operator
MAYVILLE METAL
Casa Grande, AZ
01.1996 - 10.2001
- Developed welding plans and procedures for production processes.
- Performed welding operations on metals such as aluminum, stainless steel and carbon steel using TIG, MIG and flux core arc welding techniques.
- Supervised other welders in the shop to ensure quality standards were met.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all welding equipment including torches, regulators, hoses.
- Trained new employees in the use of welding equipment and techniques according to company policies.
- Utilized various tools such as grinders, saws, drills and measuring devices during fabrication process.
- Created jigs and fixtures for welding projects that require accuracy or repeatability.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
- Operated robotic machinery to perform automated tasks efficiently and safely.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols effectively.
- Performed daily safety checks on robots and equipment to ensure optimal operation.
Welder
CEM-TEC
Phoenix, AZ
03.1992 - 01.1996
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
Education
Graduated With Certifications - Plate And Pipe Welding
Phoenix School of Welding
Phoenix, AZ01.1984
High School Diploma -
Agua Fria High School
Avondale, AZ06.1983
Skills
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Safety management
- Project management
- Production scheduling
- Facilities maintenance
- Welding techniques (MIG and TIG)
- Fabrication skills
- Blueprint reading and layout fitting
- Training development
- Forklift operation certification
- Robotic operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Employee training
Accomplishments
- Starting as a cub Scout then Graduating to Webelo Scout then Graduating to Boy Scout where i achieved the Arrow of life and became a Eagle Scout.
Training
Forklift Training Program
Occupational Safety and Health // Phx, Az // Feb 1991
Robot Operator Level 1,2,and 3
Mayville Metals // CG, Az // Nov 2000
Forklift Operator Authorization
Forklift Safety Boulder City, NV 2017
Timeline
Welder Fabricator
Proto Customs
12.2023 - 11.2025
Plant Manager / forklift training officer
PROTO-VEST DRYERS
01.2021 - 12.2023
Lead Welder /Certified Forklift Operator
PROTO-VEST INC.
10.2001 - 12.2020
Lead Welder/Robot Operator
MAYVILLE METAL
01.1996 - 10.2001
Welder
CEM-TEC
03.1992 - 01.1996
Graduated With Certifications - Plate And Pipe Welding
Phoenix School of Welding
High School Diploma -
Agua Fria High School