Dana Siemers
Bancroft,NE
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Ceres Group
Omaha, NE
09.2021 - Current
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
Welder
Owen Industries
Carter Lake, IA
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.
Welder
Elliott Equipment
Omaha, NE
11.2016 - 10.2020
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
Welder
GT Exhaust
Lincoln, NE
06.2012 - 10.2016
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
- Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
Lead Welder
Valmont Industries
Valley, NE
11.2008 - 05.2012
- Responsible for employees in the Mast Arms welding department. Issuing jobs to each and making sure the jobs were done safely, correct to print and in a reasonable manner.
- Created power points for meetings
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Installed new plant equipment per manufacturer's instructions while adhering to safety protocols.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
- Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Answered [Number] calls per shift to assist with customer questions and concerns.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
Owner
Siemers Services
Fremont, NE
09.2000 - 11.2008
- Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
- Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
- Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
- Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
- Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
- Participated in meetings with investors regarding financing options for the company.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Provided direction and guidance to employees.
- Developed policies and procedures for the organization.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
- Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
Education
Associate of Arts - Welding
Southeast Community College
Lincoln Ne02-2016
Skills
- Torch Cutting
- Structural Welding
- Sub-Arc Welding
- Fabrication
Timeline
Welder
Ceres Group
09.2021 - Current
Welder
Owen Industries
10.2020 - 09.2021
Welder
Elliott Equipment
11.2016 - 10.2020
Welder
GT Exhaust
06.2012 - 10.2016
Lead Welder
Valmont Industries
11.2008 - 05.2012
Owner
Siemers Services
09.2000 - 11.2008
Associate of Arts - Welding
Southeast Community College
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