Devin Overstreet
Richton,MS
Summary
Accomplished Lead Welder at Howard Industry with expertise in MIG and TIG welding, known for reducing project completion time through effective communication and collaboration. Proven ability to streamline workflows and mentor junior welders, ensuring compliance with industry standards while enhancing productivity and quality in fabrication projects.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Welder
Deep South Machine Work and Hydraulic
Piave, Ms
08.2023 - Current
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques, applying appropriate methods for each specific project requirement.
- Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and increase overall project efficiency.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate fabrication according to design specifications.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
- Documented welding on specified work order.
- Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
- Ensured safety compliance by adhering to industry standards and company guidelines in all tasks performed.
- Reduced material waste for improved cost savings with precise fabrication measurements.
- Enhanced productivity by implementing efficient welding techniques and processes.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
Lead Welder
Howard Industry
Laurel, MS
08.2016 - 08.2023
- Reduced project completion time, utilizing strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members.
- Demonstrated expertise in various welding processes such as MIG, TIG, stick, and flux-cored arc welding.
- Maintained precise measurements for accurate fabrication by utilizing blueprints and drawings effectively.
- Streamlined workflow processes through the development of optimized routines tailored to specific goals or objectives within each project phase.
- Provided guidance and support for junior welders, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by adhering to established codes, policies, and guidelines during all projects.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Blew out machines, checked welding leads, and wiring and changed filters for preventive maintenance.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
Education
Certificate Of Technical Studies - Welding
Jones County Junior College
Leakesville, MS05.2016
Skills
- MIG welding
- Grinders
- Grinding and finishing techniques
- Fabrication
- Plasma cutting
- Hand tool safety
- Welding safety procedures
- Parts fabrication
- Carbon steel welding
- Jig fabrication
- Defect repair
- Gas metal arc welding
- Blueprint interpretation
- Stainless steel welding
- Blueprints
- Flux core arc welding
- Welding symbols
- Welding codes and standards
- Custom fabrication
- Welding procedure specification
- Stick welding
- Crane and rigging safety
- Equipment monitoring
- Production
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Aluminum welding
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Shop drawings
- Structural fabrication
- Personal protective equipment
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Weld inspections
- Visual inspection
- Job orders
- Fire prevention and protection
- Power tool safety
- Precision measurement
- Welder qualification test
- Materials selection
- Component assembly
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
Deep South Machine Work and Hydraulic
08.2023 - Current
Lead Welder
Howard Industry
08.2016 - 08.2023
Certificate Of Technical Studies - Welding
Jones County Junior College