Christopher E. Moody
Moyock,NC
Summary
Dedicated welding and robotics technician with a strong focus on operational safety and quality compliance. Proven track record in troubleshooting, training personnel, and enhancing robotic welding processes to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Robotics/Welding Technician
Liebherr Mining Equipment (LME)
Newport News, Virginia
01.2018 - Current
- Maintained equipment to prevent breakdowns, ensuring operational safety and reliability.
- Conducted quality inspections on welds, ensuring compliance with industry specifications.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to enhance welding processes and workflows.
- Troubleshot equipment issues, minimizing downtime during production runs.
- Developed innovative processes for robotic welding operations, boosting efficiency.
- Monitored robotic welding system performance to guarantee quality results.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules for all robotics equipment in production.
- Trained personnel on proper use of robotic welding systems and safety procedures.
Welder Trainer
Liebherr Mining Equipment (LME)
Newport News, VA
07.2012 - 12.2017
- Performed various tasks for the Manufacturing Training Coordinator in regards to training new & existing employees as well as apprentices such as:
- Instructing theory/lecture of trade specific content in a classroom environment
- Administered weld qualification tests to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Documented employees’ training progression to track development and identify areas for improvement.
- Creating, revising and implementing lecture content
- Managed additional responsibilities in the training department.
- Programming Cloos Robotic Systems for factory automated welding
- Offline programming through use of Cloos’ programming software
- Train designated robotic operators
Welder/Fitter (Level 5)
Liebherr Mining Equipment (LME)
Newport News, VA
01.2012 - 07.2012
- Fitted and welded components of mining hauler truck according to fabrication drawings, ensuring structural integrity and adherence to specifications.
Leadman
M & R Constructors, Inc.
Richmond, VA
07.2007 - 01.2012
- Led small crews in installation, removal, and refurbishment of heavy industrial equipment in hazardous environments, enhancing safety and operational efficiency
- Outlined key responsibilities:
- Performed millwright work involving installation and maintenance of machinery and equipment
- Executed welding, fitting, and fabrication tasks on various industrial projects
- Conducted heavy rigging and steel erection for construction projects
- Operated a mobile rough terrain crane with a maximum capacity of 100 tons for lifting and moving heavy materials
- Creating fabrication drawings
- Maintaining documentation of crew members
Welder/Fabricator
Weld Technologies of Virginia, LLC
Newport News, VA
05.2007 - 07.2007
- Fabricated steel beams and columns for field erection, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine project specifications and requirements.
Labor Support
Tradesman International
Richmond, VA
04.2007 - 05.2007
- Assisted with the installation and removal of factory machinery at M & R Constructors, Inc., facilitating smooth transitions and minimal downtime.
Welder Fabricator
Custom Welding, Inc.
Williamsburg, VA
04.2002 - 04.2007
- Fabricated and installed steel handrails for commercial and residential applications, ensuring structural integrity and safety standards were met.
- Executed structural welding and repair on heavy equipment in shop and field environments, contributing to equipment reliability and operational readiness.
Metal Worker (44B20)
United States Army Reserves
Fort Eustis/Ft. Story, VA
12.1995 - 09.2005
- Served with multiple transportation companies repairing marine transportation equipment (LARX-LX) as well as performing maintenance on various ground transportation and material handling equipment in conjunction with combat readiness training.
- Deployed with the maintenance platoon in the 302nd Transportation Company to a combat zone during Operation Iraqi Freedom II.
Robotic Technician
John Deere Vehicle Group
Toano, VA
04.2000 - 04.2002
- Programmed and maintained Panasonic robots for automated welding, enhancing quality and speed to meet changing specifications.
- Trained employees on safe equipment operation for production, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
Education
Robotic Programming Training (online/offline)
Lincoln Electric Automation
Fort Collins, COBasic And Advanced Robotic Programming
Cloos Robotic Welding, Inc.
Schaumburg, ILCrestCom Management/Supervision Training
Virginia Peninsula Community College
Hampton, VACertified Welding Inspector (CWI) -
Hobart Institute of Welding Technology
Troy, OHManufacturing Technician Level 1 (MT1) -
Virginia Peninsula Community College
Hampton, VARobotic Programming Training
Panasonic Factory Automation Co.
Franklin Park, ILHigh School Diploma -
York High School
Yorktown, VA06-1996
Skills
- Robotic welding and programming
- Robotics integration
- Weld quality inspection
- Equipment maintenance
- Troubleshooting and problem solving
- Blueprint interpretation
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
Timeline
Robotics/Welding Technician
Liebherr Mining Equipment (LME)
01.2018 - Current
Welder Trainer
Liebherr Mining Equipment (LME)
07.2012 - 12.2017
Welder/Fitter (Level 5)
Liebherr Mining Equipment (LME)
01.2012 - 07.2012
Leadman
M & R Constructors, Inc.
07.2007 - 01.2012
Welder/Fabricator
Weld Technologies of Virginia, LLC
05.2007 - 07.2007
Labor Support
Tradesman International
04.2007 - 05.2007
Welder Fabricator
Custom Welding, Inc.
04.2002 - 04.2007
Robotic Technician
John Deere Vehicle Group
04.2000 - 04.2002
Metal Worker (44B20)
United States Army Reserves
12.1995 - 09.2005
Robotic Programming Training (online/offline)
Lincoln Electric Automation
Basic And Advanced Robotic Programming
Cloos Robotic Welding, Inc.
CrestCom Management/Supervision Training
Virginia Peninsula Community College
Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) -
Hobart Institute of Welding Technology
Manufacturing Technician Level 1 (MT1) -
Virginia Peninsula Community College
Robotic Programming Training
Panasonic Factory Automation Co.
High School Diploma -
York High School