Aurora Gonzalez
Self Employed
Warren,TX
1
Language
9
years of professional experience
Dynamic welder with extensive experience at Self Employed, specializing in MIG and TIG welding. Proven ability to enhance production efficiency and ensure quality through meticulous attention to detail and effective project management. Recognized for training new team members and implementing process improvements that elevated workflow and safety standards.
Work History
Waitress
2 Years 10 Months- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment for varied metal projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise fabrication.
- Conducted quality inspections on welds to maintain high standards.
- Managed project timelines effectively to meet customer deadlines.
- Collaborated with clients to customize solutions based on specifications.
- Trained new welders on safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency.
- Maintained tools and equipment in optimal working condition for safety compliance.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Assisted in training new solderers on soldering procedures.
- Suggested improvements to soldering process to increase efficiency.
- Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
- Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.
- Monitored and documented soldering results.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
Welder
8 Years 6 Months- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment for varied metal projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise fabrication.
- Conducted quality inspections on welds to maintain high standards.
- Managed project timelines effectively to meet customer deadlines.
- Collaborated with clients to customize solutions based on specifications.
- Trained new welders on safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency.
- Maintained tools and equipment in optimal working condition for safety compliance.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Assisted in training new solderers on soldering procedures.
- Suggested improvements to soldering process to increase efficiency.
- Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
- Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.
- Monitored and documented soldering results.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Welding
Attention to detail
Fabrication
Blueprint reading
Stick welding
Torch cutting
Layout and fitting
Critical thinking
Shaping and cutting
Flux-cored arc welding
Pipe welding
Vertical welding
Structural welding
Arc welding
Steel fabrication
Flat welding
Gas metal arc welding
MIG welding professional
Equipment operation
Horizontal welding
Tool repair and maintenance
Cutting techniques
Gas tungsten arc welding
Shielded metal arc welding
Personal protective equipment
Wire feed machines
Sheet metal fabrication
Precision measuring tools
Welding procedure specification
Parts fabrication
Welding position proficiency
Crane operation
Surface preparation
Welding symbols
Joint preparation
Pipe fitting
Oxy-acetylene welding
Brake press operation
Precision measuring
Hazardous material handling
Hand-forming workpieces
Materials selection
Material selection
First aid training
Project management
Plasma arc welding
Manual dexterity
Heat treatment
Rigging techniques
Supply management
Submerged arc welding
Non-destructive testing
Special alloys
Fire prevention
Valve repairs
Scaffolding safety
Metallurgy knowledge
Specification interpretation
Distortion control
Thermal spraying
Orbital welding
Time management
Health and safety
Safety equipment usage
Machine adjustment
Hand-eye coordination
Inspection protocols
Tool operation
Equipment maintenance
Equipment Repair
OSHA compliance
Quality assurance
AWS certified
Welding safety
Overhead welding
TIG welding expert
Soldering techniques
Maintaining components
Product welding
Design interpretation
Reweld application
Location layout
Decision-making
Surface grinding
Power tools operation
Welding techniques
Power tool operation
Power tools
Hand and power tool operation
Measurement tools
Weld slagging
MIG welding
Worksite organization
Welding machine setup
Weld tacking
Welding inspection
Multi-process welding
Flux core (FCAW) welding
Sub-arc welding
Accomplishments
In high school I was named member of the year in 2022-2025 for FFA.
As for me being a waitress everyone loved me and they always enjoyed my company and I was very reliable!
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Waitress
Hillister Hitching Post
08.2022 - 06.2025Read More
Welder
Self Employed
01.2018 - CurrentRead More
Warren High School
High School Diploma
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