Benjamin Roshong
Canton,OH
Summary
Proactive welder with background protecting components from distortion and producing high-quality work. Dependable, safety-oriented and diligent about accomplishing deadlines by applying excellent welding and fitting abilities. Experienced in SMAW and GMAW processes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder II
Ohio Gratings, Inc
11.2023 - Current
- Set up and operated gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Completed welding projects using gas metal arc welding
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to complete panel specifications
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- 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.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Prescription Delivery Driver
Mideast Delivery Solutions, LLC
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
Security Guard
The Botanist
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
Server/Bartender/Supervisor/Assistant Manager
Melt Bar and Grilled
10.2017 - 06.2022
- Provide excellent customer service to guests, take orders and help others run orders
- Bus tables and perform side maintenance tasks
- Always available to cover shifts and also pick up shifts as needed
- Over time I was selected to be a Supervisor, and I trained how to open and close the restaurant and how to handle the cash for the day
- During closes I had to do critical inventory counts, and log numbers for the day on sakes and labor, which I also maintained during my shifts
- Aside from being a supervisor, I also learned how to bartend and became a regular bartender as well
- I precisely followed liquor recipes to maintain low costs, as well as changed kegs, cleaned and maintained bar, and served bar and table patrons as needed.
- It is important to note that I helped open this location in 10/2017, but left the company in 02/2018
- I then came back after some time, in 08/2020
Assistant Manager
Pizza Hut
11.2015 - 03.2020
- Managed 10hr shifts
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Generated daily dough prep and food prep sheets based on forecasts
- Performed shift changes and daily temp recordings
- Ran the cut and pack station, wing street, make table, phones, and drive thru windows
- Did nightly cash auditing, deposits, number reporting and closing
- Also in charge of scouting and hiring all members of staff to keep up with needs
- Created weekly schedules for all staff members, based on business forecasting for the week
- Performed weekly inventory count and maintained stock by creating truck orders and Pepsi orders.
- Skills Used
- Great customer service, saved unhappy customers on a few occasions
- Fast at making and completing orders, usually within 2-2:30 minutes
- Demonstrated excellent leadership, gained the respect of employees and ran shifts efficiently.
- It's important to note that my time listed for this job is actually consisted of multiple times working at this establishment in that period of time
- As follows: 11/2015-03/2016, 09/2016-05/2018, 01/2020-03/2020
Certified Trainer/Pizza Cook
Giordano's
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Took part in every stage of pizza process, from dough panning to topping, to baking and cutting then finally boxing
- Became especially proficient at the dough station and learned how to twirl and toss dough for show, much to the enjoyment of customers
- Eventually I was tapped to be a Certified Trainer for the company, which meant that I trained all incoming staff and could also be pulled to other stores or store openings for training.
Manager
Sol Pie Pizza
06.2014 - 09.2019
- Managed drivers and kitchen staff during shifts
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
- Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions, and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.
- Inventory and ordering
- Cleaning and maintaining the shop
- Report weekly numbers to make dough for the week
- Demonstrate excellent customer service, and talking to customers about complaints, suggestions, or compliments
- Change schedule to accommodate issues
- Balanced drawers, closed shop, and did deposits
- Maintained acceptable labor %.
- Accomplishments
- I've added multiple food items to our menu, and had multiple ideas that were used for our pizza of the month
- Inspired new kitchen items and procedures to improve food prep efficiency
- Trained multiple new employees on proper procedures in the shop
- Helped win taste of North Canton and one Bite' events.
- Skills Used
- Customer service skills
- Maintained leadership and discipline during stressful hours at the shop
- Fast at making and rolling out dough
- Speed at making orders, correctly.
- It's important to note that my time listed at this job is actually consisting of multiple times that I worked at this establishment within that time frame
- As follows: 06/2014-11/2015, 03/2016-09/2016, 05/2019-09/2019
Senior Game Advisor
GameStop
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Helped guests with questions, processed trades and preorders, helped guests manage memberships, attended to guests on the floor, handled cash and tills, organizing display shelves and putting out stock
Assistant Manager
Subway
11.2013 - 06.2014
- Baked bread multiple times during the day
- Managed shift employees
- Organized and did prep work
- Balanced drawers, and closed shop
- Provided customer service
- Inventory and ordering.
- Accomplishments
- Became a top closer, helped make employees work faster with techniques
- Was a reliable employee, picked up hours at multiple stores.
- Skills Used
- Fast sandwich making, bread baking, cashiering and customer service.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
Cashier
Chuck E. Cheese
01.2011 - 04.2013
- Helped guest with ordering food and tokens at the register, also assisted redeeming tickets for prizes
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Served food to guest
- Cleaned and closed kitchen and front counter area.
- Accomplishments
- I learned to worked multiple stations in food service, which made me a more productive and useful employee
- Demonstrated excellent customer service.
- Skills Used
- Customer service skills, food prep and cooking skills.
Food Server
CANTON CHRISTIAN HOME
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Served food to residents of the nursing home
- Took orders accurately, prepared drinks, maintained and cleaned tables
- Prior to service, set up salad bar and stocked dishes and drinks
- After service performed various cleaning tasks ranging from dish room, to cart cleaner, to dining room cleaner, etc.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Elevated customer satisfaction through followup and enthusiastic customer service.
Education
Certification in Welding -
Canton Adult Career And Technical Center
Canton, OH11.2024
High School Diploma -
Mckinley Senior High School
Canton, OH06.2010
Skills
- Customer Service (10 years)
- Management (8 years)
- Leadership
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Torch cutting
- Equipment safety
- Assembly and production
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
- SMAW 3G Universal
- GMAW 3G Universal
- Welding Certification
Military Service
Army National Guard, United States, E-2, 11/01/11, 12/01/13, I was a 15G Aircraft Structural Repairer. I cut and bent sheet metal to fabricate parts and patch holes on
air craft. Also was taught how to use synthetic/ composite materials.
Timeline
Welder II
Ohio Gratings, Inc
11.2023 - Current
Security Guard
The Botanist
08.2022 - 11.2022
Prescription Delivery Driver
Mideast Delivery Solutions, LLC
07.2022 - 09.2023
Certified Trainer/Pizza Cook
Giordano's
09.2019 - 01.2020
Senior Game Advisor
GameStop
11.2018 - 05.2019
Server/Bartender/Supervisor/Assistant Manager
Melt Bar and Grilled
10.2017 - 06.2022
Assistant Manager
Pizza Hut
11.2015 - 03.2020
Manager
Sol Pie Pizza
06.2014 - 09.2019
Assistant Manager
Subway
11.2013 - 06.2014
Cashier
Chuck E. Cheese
01.2011 - 04.2013
Food Server
CANTON CHRISTIAN HOME
01.2008 - 01.2011
- SMAW 3G Universal
- GMAW 3G Universal
- Welding Certification
Certification in Welding -
Canton Adult Career And Technical Center
High School Diploma -
Mckinley Senior High School
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