Charles Anthony Gustin
Paris,TX
Summary
Dependable Production Worker proficient in assembly line work. Effective at keeping areas clean and neat to avoid delays. Bringing many years of related experience, including measuring and cutting materials, operating equipment, and following work instructions.
Hardworking General Laborer with dedicated work ethic and solid industry background. Knowledgeable with operations of heavy and light equipment to accomplish tasks. Reliable and works well in varying conditions.
Resourceful Cell Lead recognized for high productivity levels and ability to complete tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in process optimization, quality control, and team leadership. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations and team cohesion.
Collaborative ironworker proudly offering several years of experience using various equipment safely and correctly. Committed to efficiency and time management. A team player with a great attendance record to work in all types of conditions.
Resourceful professional in the construction and fabrication sector known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in interpreting blueprints, precise measurements, and welding techniques. Excel at teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring project success under tight deadlines.
Skilled structural iron and steel worker with hands-on experience in assembling and installing iron or steel girders, columns, and other structures to form buildings, bridges, and other structures. Possess strong understanding of safety protocols and ability to read and follow blueprints accurately. Demonstrated strength in welding, cutting, positioning, and securing of steel bars or mesh in concrete construction; contributed to successful completion of projects by ensuring structures are robust and compliant with all regulations. Known for reliability, teamwork skills, and commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in challenging environments.
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Paint Line Cell Lead
PJ Trailers
Sumner , TX
08.2020 - 02.2025
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
- Coordinated scheduling and managed timesheets.
- Gave direction and motivated team by providing effective communication and weekly meetings. As well as maintaining production and quality standards.
- Gave direction and motivated team by providing effective communication and weekly meetings.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Analyzed data from production runs to identify areas of improvement and develop solutions accordingly.
- Led regular meetings with staff members to discuss progress towards goals and provide updates on any changes in policy or procedure.
Maintenance Technician
Lamar Trailers
Sumner , TX
07.2018 - 10.2020
- Implemented diagnostics to identify failures, determine parts and material requirements and facilitate repairs.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Diagnosed and corrected mechanical problems using blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
- Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
- Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Set up and operated machine tools to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures or tools.
Yard Manager
Balfour Beatty Capital
Dallas , TX
05.2017 - 02.2019
- Scheduled maintenance checks for trucks and other heavy equipment in the yard.
- Verified accuracy of timekeeping instruments with engineers to depart on time.
- Performed minor repairs on damaged containers as needed before they are sent out again.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials needed for projects.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers and vendors.
- Organized regular meetings with employees to discuss new policies and procedures related to yard operations.
- Provided training sessions for new hires on proper handling techniques for cargo while working in the yard.
- Maintained accurate records of all shipments received at the yard, including delivery dates, quantities, weights.
- Tracked shipments throughout their journey by communicating with customers, carriers, warehouse teams and other stakeholders involved in the process.
- Created detailed reports on daily activities, including loading and unloading volumes and personnel performance metrics.
- Coordinated with vendors to secure necessary equipment and supplies for the yard operations.
- Inspected incoming loads for damage before unloading them from trucks into storage areas.
- Implemented effective strategies to reduce theft incidents within the facility by increasing security measures.
- Oversaw the loading and unloading process of goods from containers into trucks using forklifts or pallet jacks.
Ironworker
CB&I Cameron LNG
Hackberry, Louisiana
02.2014 - 04.2017
- Operated cranes appropriately to hoist metal components into required areas.
- Utilized cranes, rigging equipment, and hoists to move materials safely.
- Maintained a clean workspace throughout the duration of the project.
- Aligned and connected structural components to create safe, long-lasting results.
- Repaired broken or damaged steel structures such as girders, bridges, and buildings.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with tools and supplies needed for job sites.
- Installed structural steel frames and columns for high-rise buildings.
- Followed safety protocols when operating heavy machinery such as cranes or forklifts.
- Collaborated with construction foreman to establish and confirm task sequences and reinforcing requirements.
- Worked onsite outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
- Positioned steel units, aligned holes and inserted temporary bolts while checking alignments and joining steel parts.
- Set up hoisting equipment to lift and place structural steel items.
- Performed preventive maintenance checks on all tools used during construction projects.
- Inspected completed projects to ensure quality standards were met.
- Erected steel frames for buildings, bridges and other structures.
- Led and mentored less-experienced ironworkers and assisted foremen in assigning work activities.
- Performed layout and set up blocking in mod footprint.
- Removed and replaced existing grating and structural steel with appropriate materials.
- Managed and tracked materials and supplies needed for projects and expedited additional materials to avoid project delay.
- Aligned structural steel members using levels or lasers.
- Performed mod assembly, erected and connected structural steel and leveled and torqued connections after steel placement.
- Encouraged workers to take precautions to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
- Determined safety risks associated with projects and implemented precautions to address risks.
- Studied and understood blueprints and specifications before beginning work on projects.
- Received structural steel and moved it to modular locations.
- Studied blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine layout of work.
- Assembled metal parts to create bridges and other structures.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams and girders according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Mesquite High School
Mesquite, TX06-1985
Skills
- Production management
- Data analysis
- Quality assurance
- Team leadership
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Time management
- Customer service
- Process improvement
- Safety compliance
- Employee training
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Project coordination
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Paint Line Cell Lead
PJ Trailers
08.2020 - 02.2025
Maintenance Technician
Lamar Trailers
07.2018 - 10.2020
Yard Manager
Balfour Beatty Capital
05.2017 - 02.2019
Ironworker
CB&I Cameron LNG
02.2014 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
North Mesquite High School