Austin Buscher
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Detail-oriented metalworking specialist with a proven track record in executing diverse projects across varying environmental conditions. Expertise in welding, fabrication, and machining enables the consistent delivery of high-quality results on time. Demonstrated ability to work independently while meeting project goals and fostering safety standards. Committed to ongoing professional development to enhance technical skills and project management capabilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Beacon Welding
Batavia, Ohio
11.2024 - Current
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Performed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods as needed.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Conducted x-ray, hydrostatic and tolerance tests on welded parts to verify weld quality and conformance to specification.
Welder/Welding Fabricator
Heat Exchanger Design
Indianapolis, IN
08.2021 - 11.2024
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
- Performed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods as needed.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.
Welder
immi
Westfield, IN
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
Bucket Operator
Asplund
Benton Harbor, MI
02.2019 - 08.2020
- Organized tools and materials used for each project into labeled containers for easy access.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while operating the bucket truck.
- Maintained records of daily work completed in order to track progress on projects.
- Inspected bucket trucks before each shift to ensure they are in safe working condition.
- Loaded tools and materials onto the bucket truck before leaving for job sites.
Maintenance/Extrusion Operator
East Jordan Plastics
South Haven, MI
10.2016 - 02.2019
- Trained new employees on proper operation of extrusion machinery.
- Calibrated gauges and meters to ensure accuracy of readings.
- Set up and operated extrusion machines to produce plastic products according to customer specifications.
- Reviewed blueprints, schematics and drawings prior to beginning each job.
- Monitored production output for quality assurance purposes.
- Troubleshot any malfunctions or breakdowns in the extrusion process and made necessary repairs or adjustments.
- Adjusted machine settings to control speed, temperature, pressure and other variables as needed.
- Performed regular maintenance on machines such as lubricating moving parts and replacing worn components.
- Adjusted feed rates and monitored material flow during the extrusion process.
Education
General Welding Certification - Welding
ACATEC
Allegan, MI08-2020
High School Diploma -
South Haven High School
South Haven, MI05-2016
Skills
- Welding
- Crane operation
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Pipe welding
- Stick welding
- Layout and fitting
- Horizontal welding
- Vertical welding
- Overhead welding
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Blueprint reading
- Personal protective equipment
- TIG welding expert
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Welder
Beacon Welding
11.2024 - Current
Welder/Welding Fabricator
Heat Exchanger Design
08.2021 - 11.2024
Welder
immi
10.2020 - 08.2021
Bucket Operator
Asplund
02.2019 - 08.2020
Maintenance/Extrusion Operator
East Jordan Plastics
10.2016 - 02.2019
General Welding Certification - Welding
ACATEC
High School Diploma -
South Haven High School