Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Experienced in multiple fabrication and manufacturing processes to produce complex projects in a timely manner.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Welder, Machinist, 2D/3D CAD/CAM Software
Griffis Steel Co.
10.2019 - Current
Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
Streamlined fabrication processes by setting up workstations efficiently for optimal workflow organization.
Provided input on the selection of materials and equipment for optimal results, contributing to overall project success.
Supported team members in troubleshooting technical issues during the welding process, ensuring minimal downtime and consistent production rates.
Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
Maintained detailed records of completed jobs, tracking materials used and time spent on each project for accurate billing purposes.
Studied sample parts, blueprints or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.
Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Installation Technician, Welder
Southeast Rails, LLC
04.2019 - 10.2019
Managed efficient teams of up to 6 employees.
Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to installers.
Supervised team of installers to complete work on time and to company standards.
Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
Assisted in hiring and training new installers, contributing to a skilled and efficient workforce.
Increased customer satisfaction with timely delivery of high-quality products that met or exceeded expectations.
Reviewed blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate fabrication according to design specifications.
Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
Reduced material waste for improved cost savings with precise fabrication measurements.
Supported quality assurance initiatives through thorough inspection of completed work, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Welder/Fitter
Griffis Steel, Co
08.2017 - 04.2019
Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Contributed to cost savings initiatives by identifying opportunities for process improvements within the company''s fabrication operations.
Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, and Stick Welding techniques.
Input instructions to program CNC machines to control machine movement and produce parts to specification.
Followed detailed instructions to accurately produce complex components.
Mechanic
Coastal Greenery
04.2016 - 07.2017
Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
Diagnosed electrical problems using advanced diagnostic tools; repaired or replaced faulty wiring harnesses as needed for optimal functionality.
Assisted in maintaining a high-functioning service department by taking on additional responsibilities including inventory management and shop maintenance tasks.
Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt diagnosis and resolution of complex mechanical issues.
Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
Maintained accurate records of completed work orders, ensuring transparency for customers and management alike.