Connor Pope
Wright City,MO
Summary
Results-driven Fabrication Material Processing Forman, with solid background in overseeing daily shop operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and achieving production goals. Strong leadership abilities demonstrated through effective team management and fostering collaborative work environment. Proven ability in strategic planning, process improvement, quality control, and project management. Previous roles have resulted in improved operational efficiency and reduced downtime.
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Material Processing Forman
Freedom Welding & Fabrication
Troy, MO
01.2024 - Current
- Managed workflow and production schedules for fabrication projects.
- Supervised daily operations in fabrication shop environment.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Coordinated maintenance and repair of fabrication tools and machinery.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime.
- Ensured that all materials used in the fabrication process met quality standards.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to determine appropriate fabrication methods and techniques.
- Inspected finished products for accuracy before they were shipped out.
- Analyzed data collected from previous production runs to identify areas needing improvement.
- Fabricated metal components using welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and Oxy-Acetylene welding.
- Operated forklifts, cranes, hoists and other material handling equipment to move materials around shop floor.
- Cut materials with plasma cutters, oxy-acetylene torches or mechanical shears according to specifications.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance purposes to ensure adherence to standards.
- Set up and operated rollers, presses, brakes, drills, punch press machines to shape metal pieces prior to welding.
0341 Infantry Mortarman
United States Marine Corps
Twentynine Palms, California
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Operated and maintained mortars for effective artillery support during missions.
- Provided fire support for Infantry operations by accurately delivering rounds on target with the mortar system.
- Conducted training exercises to enhance team readiness and tactical skills.
- Collaborated with infantry units to coordinate fire support and strategic positioning.
- Analyzed terrain features to determine best locations for positioning weapon systems for optimal coverage of target areas.
- Developed tactical plans for operations requiring close coordination between Infantry units and supporting forces.
- Supervised multiple crews during live-fire exercises to ensure compliance with established safety regulations.
- Conducted daily maintenance of mortar systems, ensuring all components were in proper working order.
- Operated and maintained infantry weapons, including the M203 Grenade Launcher and 60mm Mortar System.
- Supported convoy operations by providing security through mounted patrols using an M113 Armored Personnel Carrier.
- Managed supplies necessary for mission success, including ammunition storage and distribution.
- Employed communication equipment such as radios or satellite phones to coordinate movements with other units.
- Instructed junior personnel in the use of infantry weapons, including safety protocols, range rules, and marksmanship techniques.
- Instructed personnel on environmental hazard reduction and PPE use, driving standardized procedures, and supporting team health and performance.
- Adapted to rapidly changing tactical situations to achieve mission objectives.
- Obtained US government secret security clearance.
Education
Holt High School
Wentzville, MOSkills
- Blueprint interpretation
- Welding techniques
- Manufacturing operations
- Machine operation
- Production scheduling
- Quality control
- Equipment maintenance
- Material handling
- Safety protocols
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Assembly procedures
Accomplishments
- Honorable Discharge
Timeline
Material Processing Forman
Freedom Welding & Fabrication
01.2024 - Current
0341 Infantry Mortarman
United States Marine Corps
01.2020 - 01.2024
Holt High School