Donald Peterman
Fremont Michigan ,Michigan
Summary
Skilled in advanced welding and fabrication techniques, I significantly enhanced production efficiency and quality at Tuff Automation. My expertise in blueprint reading and innovative problem-solving, coupled with a talent for mentoring and streamlining processes, led to increased productivity and customer satisfaction. Demonstrated leadership in adopting Lean Manufacturing principles, achieving a harmonious blend of technical proficiency and team collaboration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabicator Welder
Tuff Automation
Walker, MI
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Facilitated cross-department communication, ensuring projects stayed on schedule with clear updates and coordination.
- Optimized welding supply inventory, preventing project delays by ensuring all necessary materials were on hand.
- Collaborated on design of custom metalwork projects, meeting client specifications with innovative solutions.
- Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained high standard of quality control, ensuring all welds met or exceeded industry standards.
- Reduced material waste with careful planning and accurate cutting of metal components.
- Solved complex welding challenges by applying specialized techniques in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
- Improved project completion times by streamlining welding processes for structural components.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications. DLI AWS CERTIFICATION THROUGH TOMPSON MICHIGAN TEC CENTER IN 2021
Lead Fabicator
Conveyor Concepts
Coopersville, MI
07.2010 - 07.2023
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and implementing corrective actions when needed.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure timely availability of materials for ongoing projects while minimizing storage costs.
- Increased production efficiency by streamlining fabrication processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Mentored junior fabricators, fostering a collaborative work environment that led to increased productivity and engagement.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to optimize designs for manufacturability, improving overall project timelines and reducing costs.
- Troubleshot equipment issues, performing routine maintenance tasks as required to minimize downtime and maintain optimal performance levels.
- Contributed to equipment upgrades and facility improvements, further enhancing the efficiency of the fabrication process.
- Maintained detailed records of all completed projects, supporting efficient progress tracking throughout the entire fabrication process.
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles to streamline production workflows and eliminate wasteful practices.
- Led a team of fabricators to successfully complete complex projects within tight deadlines.
- Achieved higher customer satisfaction ratings by delivering custom fabricated products that met or exceeded client specifications.
- Regularly participated in industry conferences and workshops to stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices for lead fabricators.
- Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects accurately and quickly.
- Used gauges, templates, and other measuring devices to inspect production parts.
- Assembled and welded components to create metal structures.
- Performed quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths, and painted finish discrepancies.
- Aligned and verified positioning using measuring instruments to determine reference points and compute layout dimensions.
Education
D1.1 Aws Certification -
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MISkills
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Blueprint Reading
- Stick Welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and Fitting
- Shaping and cutting
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding
- Pipe welding
- Vertical Welding
- Structural welding
- Steel Fabrication
- Flat Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Equipment Operation
- Horizontal Welding
- MIG welding professional
Timeline
Fabicator Welder
Tuff Automation
07.2023 - 05.2024
Lead Fabicator
Conveyor Concepts
07.2010 - 07.2023
D1.1 Aws Certification -
Grand Rapids Community College