Angel Andres Garcia
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Highly qualified welding supervisor with 10 years of experience supervising, programming and directing employees, as well as a welder with experience in industrial design, material storage, product shipping and waste management. Trained in multiple types of welding, metallurgy and structural design. Well versed in standard procedures, policies and regulations with attention to detail.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding Supervisor/ Leadman
Colonna’s Shipyard
05.2023 - Current
- Strengthened performance metrics tracking and analysis to enhance tactical and strategic company plans.
- Increased production efficiency, closely monitoring welder performance and providing timely feedback.
- Regularly reviewed performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement in both individual welders'' skills and broader operational processes.
- Ensured consistent weld quality through frequent visual inspections and non-destructive testing methods.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
Journeyman Welder
Colonna’s Shipyard
11.2019 - 05.2023
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Suggested improvements to soldering process to increase efficiency.
- Expanded professional knowledge continuously through participation in industry workshops and training programs.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Delivered high-quality workmanship consistently while adhering to strict specifications for each project assigned.
Welding Apprentice
Colonna’s Shipyard
03.2015 - 11.2019
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Monitored and documented soldering results.
- Contributed to efficient project completion by assisting in the setup, maintenance, and clean-up of workstations.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
Education
Career Studies Certificate - Maritime Technologies
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA12.2018
Aviation Maintenance Technician - Airframe & Powerplant
Aviation Institute of Maintenance - Chesapeake
Chesapeake, VA12.2009
Associate of Occupational Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Aviation Institute of Maintenance - Chesapeake
Chesapeake, VA12.2009
Skills
- Staff Development
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Coordinating Daily Operations
- Vertical Welding
- Welding Equipment Maintenance
- Welding
- Quality Assurance Controls
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Welding Supervisor/ Leadman
Colonna’s Shipyard
05.2023 - Current
Journeyman Welder
Colonna’s Shipyard
11.2019 - 05.2023
Welding Apprentice
Colonna’s Shipyard
03.2015 - 11.2019
Career Studies Certificate - Maritime Technologies
Tidewater Community College
Aviation Maintenance Technician - Airframe & Powerplant
Aviation Institute of Maintenance - Chesapeake
Associate of Occupational Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Aviation Institute of Maintenance - Chesapeake
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