Charlie Vonder Haar
Summary
Experienced Laborer with 14 years in welding, machinery operations, and customer service. Expertise in TIG, MIG, and stick welding, alongside livestock management and machinery repair, contributes to operational efficiency. Focused on implementing innovative techniques to enhance productivity and support a collaborative work environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Production
Banner Fire Equipment
Roxana, IL
11.2025 - Current
- Streamlined manufacturing processes to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.
- Led cross-functional teams in implementing quality control measures across production lines.
- Developed strategic plans for resource allocation, optimizing workforce deployment and material usage.
- Oversaw production schedules to ensure timely delivery of fire equipment.
- Draw blueprints from sales plans to customize rescue bodies for customer satisfaction
- Aluminum TIG and MIG welding
- Auto CAD and Laser table operations
- Mentored production staff, fostering skill development and promoting a safety-first culture.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Developed strong working relationships with key stakeholders, enabling better communication between departments and improved collaboration efforts.
Farm Hand
Brase Farms
Hamel, IL
01.2011 - Current
- Managed livestock and operated milking equipment to optimize daily operations.
- Performed welding, concrete, electrical, and plumbing tasks to maintain farm infrastructure.
- Conduct heavy lifting and manual labor, supporting daily farm operations.
- Perform welding, concrete, electrical, and plumbing tasks, ensuring farm infrastructure reliability.
- Maintain heavy machinery, contributing to operational longevity.
- Applied multi-skilled approach to support overall farm productivity.
Welding Instructor
Lewis and Clark Community College
Godfrey, IL
06.2019 - 01.2022
- Instructed welding courses, enhancing student skills in various techniques and materials for practical application.
- Developed practical curricula, improving students' technical proficiency and understanding of complex welding concepts.
- Integrated new technologies in hands-on learning, improving educational outcomes.
- Crafted engaging lectures on advanced welding theory and inspection methodologies.
- Assisted in organizing comprehensive welding programs, facilitating thorough skill acquisition for diverse student needs.
- Instructed students in welding techniques, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
- Developed curriculum materials to enhance student learning outcomes and engagement.
- Evaluated student performance through practical assessments and provided constructive feedback.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions to reinforce theoretical knowledge with practical skills.
Inside Sales
Ceekay Supply
St. Louis, MO
01.2018 - 2020
- Managed diverse customer requests across phone, in-person, and email, leading to improved customer satisfaction.
- Resolved conflicts in Welding and Gas industry, contributing to heightened customer satisfaction.
- Improved customer experience by addressing inquiries promptly and accurately.
- Addressed customer inquiries promptly and accurately, enhancing overall customer experience.
- Resolved conflicts, ensuring high satisfaction in the Welding and Gas industry.
- Provided technical support, representing all company products and services effectively.
Welder
Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis
St. Louis, MO
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Repaired turbines and rotors for power plants, optimizing performance and reliability.
- Applied expertise in Westinghouse and G.E. systems, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Utilized expertise in Westinghouse and G.E. systems to enhance operational efficiency.
- Replaced spin strips and seals, reducing downtime and maintenance costs.
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to produce high-quality welds on various metal components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute precise welding tasks according to specifications.
Seasonal employee
Hamel township
Hamel
05.2012 - 09.2014
- Maintained bike trails to ensure safe and accessible community use.
- Monitored and maintained township water meters to improve operational efficiency.
- Operated and maintained equipment to support smooth departmental operations.
Education
Associates of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Lewis and Clark Community College
Godfrey, IL05-2016
Business Administration
SIUE
Edwardsville, ILSkills
- TIG Welding
- Metal fabrication
- Stick Welding
- Welding theory
- Welding print reading
- Weld inspection
- Diaphragm repair
- Oxyfuel cutting
- Plasma cutting
- Air arc gouging
- Mechanized cutting
- Brazing
- Heavy Equipment repair
- Heavy equipment operations
- Client relationship management
- Production process optimization
- Operational leadership
- Customer service
- Manufacturing process automation
Timeline
Head of Production
Banner Fire Equipment
11.2025 - Current
Welding Instructor
Lewis and Clark Community College
06.2019 - 01.2022
Inside Sales
Ceekay Supply
01.2018 - 2020
Welder
Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis
01.2015 - 01.2018
Seasonal employee
Hamel township
05.2012 - 09.2014
Farm Hand
Brase Farms
01.2011 - Current
Associates of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Lewis and Clark Community College
Business Administration
SIUE