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DIVINE MPONG

DIVINE MPONG

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER/DRAFTER
Waldorf,MD

Summary

Detail-oriented Draftsman with expertise in stairs and rails plans. Seeking to create computer-aided designs and elevations that meet and enhance company projects. Skilled using correct scaling practices and drafting standards

Drafter bringing 3 years' of stairs and rail experience. Successful background working with diverse architects, engineers, customers, and contractors. Unwavering attention to detail as well as strengths in communication and [Skill].

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

AutoCAD Draftsman

Select Energy, Inc
Tyler, TX
02.2018 - Current
  • Created schematic of misc. work( stair and rails )renderings in computer-aided software to produce.
  • Collaborated with architects, engineers and project managers to quickly resolve planning and construction issues on projects.
  • Evaluated architectural and engineering sketches and interpreted layouts to create detailed blueprints for misc work such as stair and rails projects using AutoCAD and adobe reader
  • Kept to tight deadlines and forged strong team bonds to accomplish challenging objectives.
  • Created designs using computer programs such as AutoCAD and Adobe acrobat reader to complete shop drawings.
  • Exercised knowledge of stair and rail codes to draft projects.

Shop Foreman

Ftsi Logistics
Pleasanton, TX
01.2016 - 02.2018
  • Safely and properly operated variety of instruments, equipment and power tools, including cranes, forklifts, welders, and electric/air tools to reduce accidents and malfunctions.
  • Trained and mentored employees in procedures, performance improvement strategies and productivity.
  • Coordinated materials for shop needs and shipments to work sites.
  • Directed all documentation, implementation, regulatory compliance, systems maintenance and resource and material procurement activities.
  • Scheduled maintenance and directed repairs on shop machinery and tools.
  • Managed team of 16 personnel focused in the shop.
  • Fabricated and altered parts with metal hammers, punches, drills, CNC machinery, break press and shears.
  • Verified product quality by checking products for accuracy and completing necessary adjustments.
  • Interpreted drawings for fabrication
  • Reviewed project drawings to perform installation activities according to specifications.
  • Prepared metals for industrial processes for painting by cleaning, degreasing and removing impurities from raw materials.
  • Performed finishes by trimming and deburring to create smooth surfaces and joints of assembled parts.
  • Used power tools to grind, sand and polish metals,
  • Maintained tools, equipment and work sites.
  • Reviewed project drawings to perform installation activities according to specifications.
  • Completed all repairs and maintenance work to company standards.
  • Resolved product issues with manufacturers to maintain relationships with key producers and deliver quality of steel to customers.
  • Hired and managed fitters and welders
  • Cut, fit, and welded metal components, including plate, structural shapes, and pipe.

Structural Fitter/Structural Welder

Southern Structural Steel
City, STATE
08.2013 - 01.2016
  • Collaborated with [Job title] to check timelines and inventories and complete [Number] projects on-time and within budgets.
  • Supported welding activities by tacking clips and brackets into place.
  • Accurately interpreted and read blueprints to determine supplies and timelines for over [Number] projects.
  • Decreased turnaround time by [Number] [Timeframe] by using [Tool] and [Tool] efficiently.
  • Read and understood drawings and manuals.
  • Used [Tool] to accurately measure and mark cutting lines on wood and other materials.
  • Used fabrication knowledge to build new components and supports for structures.
  • Inserted plates and structural components using a crane with a [Number]-ton capability.
  • Maintained [Number]% customer satisfaction rate by maintaining quality while working quickly.
  • Observed safe work practices and procedures as instituted by the company.
  • Inspected each completed project to make sure that it met all blueprint specifications
  • Operated equipment and welding tools safely by following manufacturer instructions.
  • Oversaw [Number] apprentices, answering questions and providing feedback on work.
  • Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.

Welder

Southern Structural Steel
City, STATE
08.2012 - 08.2013
  • Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
  • Created safety guards, angle iron and square tubing.
  • Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning and welding processes.
  • Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaning equipment.
  • Set up and operated welding equipment to complete all welding projects on-time.
  • Obtained desired configurations by clamping and tack-welding components.
  • Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
  • Applied knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques to determine optimal welding strategies.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges and combination square sand calipers.
  • Improved project completion time by multi-tasking on heavy equipment such as forklifts.
  • Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.
  • Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials.
  • Laid out, fitted and fabricated metal components.
  • Followed all safety guidelines, including proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
  • Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
  • Scraped off excess spatter and other materials using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
  • Removed loose materials and thick scale, slag or rust to prepare material surfaces for welding.
  • Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
  • Adjusted weld machines to correct settings prior to weld applications for precision and waste reduction.
  • Improved project completion time by multitasking on heavy equipment such as forklifts.

Education

Associate of Arts - Information Technology

CharelsCounty Public School Drafting And Designing
Maryland Heights, MO
06.2011

Certificate in Welding - Welding

Advanced Technology Institute
Virginia Beach, VA
11.2007

Skills

  • Expert knowledge of 035 to 3/32 wiring
  • Flux core (FCAW) welding
  • TIG welding
  • Reading drawings, models and blueprints
  • Expert in stick welding
  • Brake press operation
  • Metal working ability
  • Mathematical reasoning aptitude
  • Welding safety precautions
  • Initiative to work independently
  • Pipe welding
  • Safety management
  • Materials coordination
  • Fabrications expertise
  • Team training
  • Metal joint repairs
  • Emergency protocols
  • Welding
  • Power tool use
  • Equipment maintenance
  • AutoCAD
  • Good at following instructions
  • Safety understanding
  • Basic math skills
  • CNC operator
  • Blueprint reading and interpretation
  • Exceptional problem solver
  • Lifting up to 100 lbs
  • Troubleshooting
  • Team player
  • Full set up/programming for CNC
  • Customer service skills

Timeline

AutoCAD Draftsman

Select Energy, Inc
02.2018 - Current

Shop Foreman

Ftsi Logistics
01.2016 - 02.2018

Structural Fitter/Structural Welder

Southern Structural Steel
08.2013 - 01.2016

Welder

Southern Structural Steel
08.2012 - 08.2013

Associate of Arts - Information Technology

CharelsCounty Public School Drafting And Designing

Certificate in Welding - Welding

Advanced Technology Institute

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