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Christian Westdorp

Grand Rapids,MI

Summary

Accomplished welder with extensive experience at Legacy Steel, proficient in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail and critical thinking, striving to be the best welder I can be while ensuring high-quality welds and adherence to safety protocols. Successfully mentored junior welders, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder

Legacy Steel
07.2023 - Current
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions. Passed all 1” unlimited test plates.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Supported junior welders through mentorship, enhancing team capabilities with shared knowledge and experience.
  • Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.

Welder

D&M
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Performed precision welding tasks to join metal components securely.
  • Performed MIG welding on various metal components.
  • Precisely calibrated settings for optimal performance.
  • Executed stringent leak assessments for all parts.
  • Maintained safety protocols while using overhead crane.
  • Managed contact welding equipment.

Welder

Mahle Behr
06.2020 - 04.2022
  • Executed precise TIG welding on aluminum materials.
  • Executed thorough evaluations for 2G, 3G, and 4G test scenarios.
  • Aligned components prior to welding using fixtures.
  • Coordinated safe and smooth functioning of lifts and cranes.

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

Forest Hills Eastern
Ada, MI
2010

Construction Trades -

Kent Career Technical Center
Grand Rapids, MI
2010

Skills

  • Welding
  • OSHA 30
  • Team player
  • Reliable
  • Attention to detail
  • Fabrication
  • Blueprint reading
  • Torch cutting
  • Stick welding
  • MIG welding
  • TIG welding
  • Layout and fitting
  • Critical thinking
  • Shaping and cutting
  • Flux-cored arc welding
  • Pipe welding
  • Vertical welding
  • Structural welding
  • Steel fabrication
  • Equipment operation
  • Tool repair and maintenance
  • Welding position proficiency
  • Pipe fitting
  • Joint preparation
  • Surface preparation
  • First aid training

Accomplishments

Rookie of the year Legacy Steel 2023

Timeline

Welder

Legacy Steel
07.2023 - Current

Welder

D&M
06.2022 - 06.2023

Welder

Mahle Behr
06.2020 - 04.2022

High School Diploma - General Studies

Forest Hills Eastern

Construction Trades -

Kent Career Technical Center

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