Fabrication Welder
ARON MAKITRA
Rushville, NY | 585.489.8117 | [Your Email Address]
OBJECTIVE
Dedicated and highly skilled Fabricator with 16 years of experience in small-shop environments. Expert in MIG/TIG welding and precision metal forming. Seeking to leverage extensive expertise in machinery operation and custom fabrication to contribute to a high-performing production team.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Welding & Joining: Expert-level TIG and MIG welding across various gauges and metal types.
• Metal Forming: Advanced operation of Brake Press, Shears, and Rolling machines.
• Equipment Operation: Certified Forklift Operator; proficient in overhead cranes and heavy material handling.
• Technical: Blueprint reading, precision measurement (calipers/micrometers), and structural layout.
EXPERIENCE
Lead Fabricator / Welder – [Shop Name], [Location] | 2008 – Present
• Over 16 years of hands-on fabrication, managing projects from raw material selection to final finish.
• Operate hydraulic brake presses and industrial shears to create precision components for custom orders.
• Utilize rolling machines to manipulate metal plates and tubes for specialized industrial applications.
• Maintain a high standard of quality control, ensuring all welds meet structural integrity and aesthetic requirements.
Metal Worker / Shop Assistant – [Previous Shop Name], [Location] | [Years]
• Assisted in the assembly of complex metal structures using MIG welding and manual tools.
• Ensured shop efficiency by managing inventory and organizing raw steel and aluminum stock.
• Performed routine maintenance on shop machinery to ensure safety and prevent downtime.
EDUCATION
[High School Name] – [City, State]
• High School Diploma
• Relevant Coursework: Industrial Arts, Technical Drawing, and Shop Mathematics.
COMMUNICATION
• Collaborated directly with shop owners and clients to translate hand sketches into finished metal products.
• Provided clear instruction and safety mentorship to junior shop hands and apprentices.
LEADERSHIP
• Acted as the primary "go-ARON MAKITRA
Rushville, NY | 585.489.8117 | [Your Email Address]
OBJECTIVE
Dedicated and highly skilled Fabricator with 16 years of experience in small-shop environments. Expert in MIG/TIG welding and precision metal forming. Seeking to leverage extensive expertise in machinery operation and custom fabrication to contribute to a high-performing production team.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Welding & Joining: Expert-level TIG and MIG welding across various gauges and metal types.
• Metal Forming: Advanced operation of Brake Press, Shears, and Rolling machines.
• Equipment Operation: Certified Forklift Operator; proficient in overhead cranes and heavy material handling.
• Technical: Blueprint reading, precision measurement (calipers/micrometers), and structural layout.
to" fabricator for complex rolling and bending tasks that required high precision.
• Managed shop floor flow and forklift logistics for incoming material deliveries and outgoing shipments.
REFERENCES
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