Bret Walden
Bennington,KS
Summary
Resourceful Supervisor trained in resolution of critical issues within time-sensitive environment with successful track record of building and maintaining talented teams. Highly organized, energetic and versatile leader committed to continuous improvements. Proven history of motivating staff to work together to achieve targets.
Versatile Business Operations Specialist with background in optimizing operational processes and implementing effective business solutions. Skilled in project management, strategic planning, and process improvement, consistently delivering results that drive efficiency and reduce costs. Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills contribute to successful project outcomes and positive impacts on overall business performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Weld Supervisor
Great Plains Mfg.
Salina, Kansas
10.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and service delivery.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and company policies.
- Coordinated schedules to optimize team coverage during peak hours.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to assess team progress.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes and reduce waste.
- Analyzed operational data to identify inefficiencies and recommend process enhancements.
- Developed training materials for staff on lean methodologies and best practices.
Bridge Building Foreman
Reece Construction
Salina, Kansas
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Supervised daily operations on construction sites ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated work schedules and task assignments among crew members effectively.
- Inspected job sites for adherence to plans, safety standards, and quality requirements.
- Communicated project progress and challenges with management to facilitate timely solutions.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
- Operated excavators to perform earth-moving tasks on construction sites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials using excavator attachments for various projects.
- Loaded trucks with excess dirt from excavation sites.
- Operated excavator to dig trenches, footings and foundations for new construction projects.
- Facilitated regular meetings to discuss project status and address challenges.
- Managed resource allocation to optimize workflow and meet project deadlines.
Pipeline Welder foreman
Miller Pipeline
Kansas City, Kansas
11.2015 - 03.2021
- Fabricated and welded pipeline sections according to project specifications.
- Operated welding equipment safely and efficiently during installation processes.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to standards.
- Installed valves, flanges, fittings and piping accessories according to project plans.
- Monitored amperage levels during the entire welding process in order to ensure proper heat input into material being joined.
- Performed preventive maintenance on all welding equipment used on the job site.
- Provided technical support in troubleshooting pipeline issues.
- Repaired leaks in pipes using welding techniques.
- Measured angles between components prior to welding operations.
- Welded and fabricated pipelines according to blueprints and specifications.
- Performed welding on steel, iron and other metals using oxy-acetylene, arc welding and plasma cutting equipment.
- Led team meetings to discuss project updates and strategies.
- Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation for projects.
- Implemented best practices to enhance operational effectiveness and quality control.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
Education
Professional Welder - Professional Welder/Fitter
Tulsa Welding School
Tulsa, OK 12.2014 - 09.2015
Bennington High School
Bennington, KSSkills
- Safety compliance
- Team leadership
- Workflow optimization
- Performance evaluation
- Construction management
- Project scheduling
- Staff training
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Budget management
- Project management
- Task delegation
- Project planning
- Arc welding techniques
- Fabricating and welding
- Welding technology
- Welding engineering
- Welding certification
- Operational management
- Process improvement
- Team coordination
- Project oversight
- Construction logistics
- Effective communication
- Leadership development
- Relationship building
- Workforce management
- Cross-functional team management
- Operations management
- Partnership development
Timeline
Weld Supervisor
Great Plains Mfg.
10.2022 - Current
Bridge Building Foreman
Reece Construction
03.2021 - 10.2022
Pipeline Welder foreman
Miller Pipeline
11.2015 - 03.2021
Professional Welder - Professional Welder/Fitter
Tulsa Welding School
12.2014 - 09.2015
Bennington High School