Collin Graser
Lakewood,OH
Summary
Intermediate welder with 1+ years of welding and 2+ years of fabrication experience. Looking to continue to learn and grow as a welder.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Crew Member
Burger King
Olmsted Falls, OH
04.2019 - 04.2021
- Assisted in the serving of customers
- Helped run the kitchen in a speedy and efficient manner
- Used customer service skills to aid in the drive thru
Seasonal Worker
Cleveland Metroparks
Hinckley, OH
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed strong relationships with coworkers through effective communication skills, fostering teamwork within our group.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional demeanor and upbeat attitude throughout the busy holiday season.
- Handled high-pressure situations effectively by remaining calm and focused during peak seasonal times, allowing for the swift resolution of customer inquiries and concerns.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues in a timely manner.
- Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Applied mulch and other soil amendments to improve plant growth conditions while also controlling weeds and retaining moisture levels.
- Contributed to team efficiency by effectively communicating project updates and collaborating on task assignments.
- Ensured safety on job sites by following proper procedures for operating power tools and heavy equipment.
Landscaper
Lamphear's Lawn Service
Medina
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality landscaping services and maintaining clear communication throughout the project.
Machine Operator
Allfasteners USA
Medina, OH
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
Crew Member
Sheetz
North Royalton, Ohio
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
- Answered phone calls promptly to provide accurate information about menu items or prices.
- Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers and ovens.
- Assisted in the preparation of food items such as sandwiches, salads and pizzas.
- Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles.
Welder/Fitter
Cleveland Tank and Supply
Bedford, Ohio
03.2024 - Current
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
- Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
- Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
- Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
Education
Welding Qualifications - Welding
Polaris Career Center
Cleveland, OH05-2024
OSHA 10 - OSHA
Polaris Career Center
Cleveland, OH05-2024
Skills
- GMAW (Carbon Steel & aluminum)
- FCAW
- SMAW
- GTAW(Carbon & stainless steel, Aluminum)
- Use of grinders
- Use of Hand tools
- Fitting
- Fabrication
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Problem-Solving
- Analytical Thinking
- Straightedge Measurements
- Blueprints Analysis
- OSHA 10 certified
Timeline
Welder/Fitter
Cleveland Tank and Supply
03.2024 - Current
Landscaper
Lamphear's Lawn Service
05.2023 - 09.2023
Crew Member
Sheetz
05.2023 - 03.2024
Machine Operator
Allfasteners USA
05.2022 - 03.2023
Seasonal Worker
Cleveland Metroparks
04.2022 - 08.2022
Crew Member
Burger King
04.2019 - 04.2021
OSHA 10 - OSHA
Polaris Career Center
Welding Qualifications - Welding
Polaris Career Center