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CRYSTAL CONWAY

ANN ARBOR,MI

Summary

After owning my own business for over a decade I have decided to only do it part time and rebuild my career for a financial and professional future that I can grow old doing and will be more suitable for my desires. I have many skills to offer and am seeking this employment part time to make some extra money.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Fabrication Welder

Bean's Best
06.2023 - Current
  • Operate forklift and other machines
  • Used cutting tools and machines to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
  • Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
  • Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
  • Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
  • Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
  • Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
  • Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
  • Developed and implemented methods to increase efficiency in welding and fabrication.
  • Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
  • Documented welding on specified work order.
  • Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
  • Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
  • Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
  • Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
  • Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
  • Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
  • Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
  • Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
  • Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
  • Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
  • Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
  • Worked on finishing side washing and preparing products for powder coating.
  • Packaged and palletized final products for shipping to customers.

Sole Proprietor

Lady Macgyver LLC
03.2011 - Current
  • Owned and operated landscaping and fabrication business for over ten years
  • I have owned, driven and operated many trucks and trailers as well as forklifts and other small and large machinery
  • Manage employees, jobs, bidding, scheduling, books and more.
  • Lawn, snow removal, garden maintenance and installation, hardscape installation, fences and more.
  • Currently have shifted away from outdoor services and towards high end fabrication projects for residential and business use


Retail and Delivery Associate

Downtown Home And Garden
11.2021 - 06.2023
  • Operate forklift and drive company van for deliveries.
  • Assembled and delivered high end outdoor furniture to customers and finalized customer understanding of use and care for their purchases.
  • Kept detailed records of completed or in-progress deliveries using hand-held devices and camera images.
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
  • Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
  • Expedited deliveries to meet customer deadlines and requirements.
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
  • Developed strong sense of most efficient routes to avoid traffic and construction on local roads and highways.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Communicated customer complaints, requests, and feedback to company management for swift resolution.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.

Education

High School Diploma -

Harbor Springs High School
Harbor Springs, MI
06.1994

Skills

  • Operate Equipment responsibly
  • Critical Thinking
  • Follow instructions
  • Responsible employee
  • Efficient and timely
  • Crafty and handy
  • Highly able to problem solve and think on my feet
  • Clean driving record

Timeline

Fabrication Welder

Bean's Best
06.2023 - Current

Retail and Delivery Associate

Downtown Home And Garden
11.2021 - 06.2023

Sole Proprietor

Lady Macgyver LLC
03.2011 - Current

High School Diploma -

Harbor Springs High School

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