BRIAN SNOUFFER
South Euclid,OH
Summary
Hardworking welder and fabricator. Great leader and leads by example. Focused on completing work quickly and safely. Extremely loyal and dependable. Dedicated to improvement of the trade.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding Supervisor
Cleveland Tank and Supply
Cleveland, OH
09.2021 - 07.2024
- Supervised welding projects for timely completion, ensuring adherence to blueprints and specifications.
- Enhanced welding quality by implementing and enforcing strict safety and procedural guidelines.
- Ensured consistent weld quality through frequent visual inspections and non-destructive testing methods.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing industry expertise to improve their skill sets and productivity levels.
- Increased production efficiency, closely monitoring welder performance and providing timely feedback.
- Reduced workplace accidents by conducting regular safety training sessions and equipment inspections.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all welding activities, ensuring proper recordkeeping for future reference.
- Created a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration among team members while maintaining focus on meeting project deadlines.
- Managed inventory of consumables and materials to prevent delays in project timelines due to shortages.
- Coordinated with engineering teams on design modifications, reducing potential issues during fabrication stages.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
Lead Welder
Chanel
Cleveland, OH
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Reduced project completion time, utilizing strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members.
- Demonstrated expertise in various welding processes such as MIG, TIG, stick, and flux-cored arc welding.
- Streamlined workflow processes through the development of optimized routines tailored to specific goals or objectives within each project phase.
- Maintained precise measurements for accurate fabrication by utilizing blueprints and drawings effectively.
- Provided guidance and support for junior welders, fostering professional growth within the team.
Welder/ Fabricator
Buyers
Mentor
10.2018 - 06.2020
- Weld and fabricate parts to blueprint specifications
- Set up and troubleshoot welding equipment
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for welding to achieve durable and smooth bonds
- Used proper welding techniques, equipment, and materials to repair unwanted welds, burnthrough and other welder mistakes
- Maintained inventory and controlled use of various welding consumables and kept inventory stocked for upcoming welding work
- Handled layout, fit-up, and tacking on multiple product lines
- Maintained robotic welders and repaired welds for aesthetic appearance.
Landscaping Foreman
Chase Landscaping
Cleveland
04.2012 - 09.2018
- Supervised tree and shrub pruning and safe application of pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides to get rid of anything attacking owners' plants
- Used hand and power tools and drove utility vehicles for ground maintenance and housekeeping
- Consulted with customers to understand their needs and develop customized installation and maintenance plans
- Kept walkways steps, inclines, and roadways clear of snow and ice
- Completed landscaping and planning work in line with company policies and public safety standards.
Education
All forms and processes of welding and metal fusion. -
Lincoln electric welding school
Euclid, OHHigh School Diploma -
Charles F Brush
Lyndhurst, OHSkills
- 3f and 4f aluminum welding qualifications
- 3f stainless steel welding qualification
- 3g self shielded and gas shielded flux core welding qualifications
- 3g and 4g stick( smaw) welding qualifications
- Familiarity with all tools and machines used in the process of fitup and fabrication, brake press, grinders, oxy torch, plasma cutters and all hand tools
- Competent understanding of blueprints and shop drawings and wps designs
- Welding Supervision
- Welding Equipment Maintenance
- Welding Consumables
- Welding Shop Management
- Welding Fit-Up
- Project Management
Timeline
Welding Supervisor
Cleveland Tank and Supply
09.2021 - 07.2024
Lead Welder
Chanel
07.2020 - 08.2021
Welder/ Fabricator
Buyers
10.2018 - 06.2020
Landscaping Foreman
Chase Landscaping
04.2012 - 09.2018
All forms and processes of welding and metal fusion. -
Lincoln electric welding school
High School Diploma -
Charles F Brush