Cody Thomas
Belmont,North Carolina
Summary
After high school I did 6 year in the United States Army Reserve component based out of Charlotte, NC. Then using my GI bill I enlisted in trade school for welding. Did it on and off for a few years at my last place of employment. Now I MIG weld full time on a production line at my current employer.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production MIG Welder
Commercial Vehicle Group
Grover, NC
01.2024 - Current
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently organizing tools and materials before starting each task, reducing downtime between jobs.
- Adapted quickly to changes in project requirements or deadlines without compromising workmanship or efficiency levels.
Parts Finisher and Welder
Alert Metalworks Inc.
Dallas, NC
03.2018 - 01.2024
- Exceeded quality control standards by meticulously inspecting finished products for defects or deviations from specifications.
- Reduced waste and saved costs by accurately measuring and cutting materials to precise dimensions.
- Effectively utilized various hand tools, power tools, and machinery in completing intricate finishing tasks efficiently.
- Increased production efficiency through the effective use of specialized equipment for finishing tasks.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
US Army Reserve
Charlotte, NC
10.2011 - 08.2017
- Maintained accurate records of vehicle repairs and parts inventory, streamlining the ordering process for replacement components.
- Ensured mission success by maintaining and repairing critical support vehicles such as ambulances, cargo trucks, and fuel tankers.
- Increased unit readiness by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical issues promptly and efficiently.
Education
Certificate - Welding Technology
Gaston College
Dallas, NCHigh School Diploma - General Studies
Clover High School
Clover, SC06.2010
Skills
- Welding Safety Procedures
- Vertical Welding
- Horizontal Welding
- Proper Torch Angles
- Voltage Adjustment
- Quality Inspection
- Welding Equipment Maintenance
- Joint Preparation
- Flat Position Welding
- Welding Defects Identification
- Welding Symbols Interpretation
- Wire Feed Speed Control
- Welder Certification
- Welding Fume Management
- Welding Consumables Storage
- Work Area Cleaning
- Power tool use
- Safety awareness
- Hand tool use
- Safety Procedures
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Surface Preparation
- Quality control inspection
- Blueprint Reading
- Attention to Detail
- Stick Welding
- Power Tools Operation
- Critical Thinking
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Surface grinding
- MIG welding
Certification
I do also have my level 1 and 2 welding certifications.
Timeline
Production MIG Welder
Commercial Vehicle Group
01.2024 - Current
Parts Finisher and Welder
Alert Metalworks Inc.
03.2018 - 01.2024
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
US Army Reserve
10.2011 - 08.2017
Certificate - Welding Technology
Gaston College
High School Diploma - General Studies
Clover High School