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Armando Vasquez

Waukegan,Illinois

Summary

Motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised, dedicated and adaptable with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

TIG Welder

RighTech Fabrications
Northbrook, Illinois
05.2019 - Current
  • Performed TIG welding on stainless steel and aluminum components with a focus on accuracy and precision.
  • Set up proper welding parameters such as amperage, voltage, gas flow rate.
  • Inspected finished products for defects or inconsistencies in the welds.
  • Cleaned parts to be welded using power tools and chemical solvents.
  • Monitored welding processes to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Adhered to safety protocols while operating welding machinery.
  • Evaluated blueprints to determine optimal locations for TIG welds on various components.
  • Cut, trimmed and fabricated metal components to exact dimensions for building and assembling.
  • Completed repairs with frequent work in different welding positions and environments.

Fabrication Welder

Northshore Truck and Equipment
Lake Bluff, Illinois
09.2017 - 05.2019
  • Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications.
  • Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
  • Maintained a clean work area in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Operated forklifts to move large components around the shop floor.
  • Checked finished products for conformance to engineering standards before shipping out.
  • Reviewed job orders for accuracy and completeness prior to starting work on them.
  • Communicated effectively with team members regarding progress of tasks assigned throughout the day.
  • Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.

Welder

Waukegan Steel
Waukegan, Illinois
09.2016 - 09.2017
  • Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
  • Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
  • Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
  • Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
  • Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
  • Operated Overhead Crane to move, position and transport materials in a safe and efficient manner.

Production Technician

Plexus Corporation
Buffalo Grove, IL
03.2014 - 09.2016
  • Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and product quality.
  • Adhered to safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
  • Assembled components according to established procedures and safety protocols.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical problems related to the assembly process.

Education

Welding Sciences

First Institute Training And Managment
Libertyville, IL
11-2014

Skills

  • Precision measuring
  • Quality Assurance
  • Welding
  • Quality Control
  • Material Selection
  • Quality Inspection
  • Blueprint Analysis
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Time management abilities
  • Inspection skills
  • Reliability
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Interpersonal Communication

Timeline

TIG Welder

RighTech Fabrications
05.2019 - Current

Fabrication Welder

Northshore Truck and Equipment
09.2017 - 05.2019

Welder

Waukegan Steel
09.2016 - 09.2017

Production Technician

Plexus Corporation
03.2014 - 09.2016

Welding Sciences

First Institute Training And Managment

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