Charlie Blumenstock
Elmer,Louisiana
Summary
Dynamic welder with extensive experience at Hayes Manufacturing. With quality through meticulous attention to detail and effective problem-solving. Experienced in advanced welding techniques as well as blueprint interpretation, I excel in working with others as well as leading others to project completion and communication with all parties involved in production to accomplish said goal.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fitter
Hayes Manufacturing
Pineville, LA
01.2024 - Current
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Increased workplace safety by adhering to strict guidelines and protocols during daily operations.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts for welding and bolt-up.
- Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
- Applied strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges that arose during the fitting process.
- Supported a positive work environment by fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, and assisting peers as needed.
Fabrication Welder
Hayes Manufacturing
Pineville, LA
06.2022 - Current
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques, applying appropriate methods for each specific project requirement.
- Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and increase overall project efficiency.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate fabrication according to design specifications.
- Contributed to the successful completion of large-scale projects by efficiently collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Lead Welder/Weld Boss
Hayes Manufacturing
Pineville, LA
04.2025 - 05.2025
- 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.
- Managed operations of the night shift team.
Education
Industrial Welding Certification - Welding
Central Louisiana Community College
Alexandria, LA05.2022
Skills
- Hand and power tools
- Cutting and grinding
- Mechanical aptitude
- Precision measuring tools
- Material prepping
- Welding techniques
- Blueprint interpretation
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Equipment operation
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Reliability
Certification
- NCCER welding certified
- SMAW certified
- GMAW certified
- FCAW certified
- GTAW certified
Accomplishments
Have learned to weld multiple materials such as Aluminum, Stainless Steel and Incoloy.
Have been in the position of supervision and or lead welder positions.
Have done confined spaces as well as hard to get too weldments.
Been able to pass all form of welding QC testing such as Visual,UT, dye penetrating, mag testing as well as X-ray.
Know how to operate fork trucks both out door and indoor, over head cranes, and man lifts.
Experience with fitting pipe and non ferris materials
Timeline
Lead Welder/Weld Boss
Hayes Manufacturing
04.2025 - 05.2025
Fitter
Hayes Manufacturing
01.2024 - Current
Fabrication Welder
Hayes Manufacturing
06.2022 - Current
Industrial Welding Certification - Welding
Central Louisiana Community College