Eric Warner
Kewanee,IL
Summary
Professional with strong background in maintaining safety and security within facilities. Skilled in crisis management, conflict resolution, and enforcing rules and regulations. Focused on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for reliability and effective communication, with keen observational skills and strong sense of integrity.
Dynamic welding professional with extensive experience at Ehnle Farms, and Kendall Farms, specializing in MIG, Stick and TIG welding. Proven track record of enhancing project efficiency and quality through meticulous fabrication and strong teamwork. Committed to safety and continuous improvement, consistently delivering high-quality results while mentoring other welders.
Skilled fabrication professional with strong expertise in welding, and metalworking. Proven track record of delivering high-quality projects on time while maintaining safety standards. Effective team collaborator known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Specialized skills in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, along with proficiency in using various metal fabrication tools and machinery.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Illinois Department Of Corrections
05.2023 - Current
- Manages high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Search cells of individuals in custody to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintain individuals in custody safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Observe and supervise individuals in custody throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escort individuals in custody to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conduct routine and emergency head counts.
- Assist in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepare and maintain forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Track individuals in custody through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Enhance facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Contribute to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Conduct efficient individuals in custody transfers, adhering to security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.
- Monitor visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.
- Demonstrate cultural sensitivity when interacting with diverse populations within the correctional setting, promoting an inclusive environment for all individuals present.
- Support mental health initiatives for individuals in custody by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within the facility.
- Reduce individuals in custody altercations through proactive conflict resolution strategies.
- Ensure security of facility perimeter by conducting routine patrols.
- Monitor surveillance equipment to detect and prevent unauthorized activities.
Agricultural Foreman/Fabrication Welder
Ehnle Farms
09.2005 - Current
- Measure and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Maintain high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- Maintain clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Utilize various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
- Use cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Demonstrate versatility in welding techniques, applying appropriate methods for each specific project requirement.
- Prepare surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
- Document welding on specified work order.
- Finish welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Communicate with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
- Collaborate with team members to streamline workflow and increase overall project efficiency.
- Review blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate fabrication according to design specifications.
- Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
- Ensure safety compliance by adhering to industry standards and company guidelines in all tasks performed.
- Complete complex projects on time by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing resources.
- Check cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
- Mentors junior welders on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team environment.
- Support quality assurance initiatives through thorough inspection of completed work, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Provide input into selection of welding supplies, negotiating best deals to make welding process efficient and cost-effective.
- Develop strong working relationships with vendors and suppliers, enhancing communication channels for streamlined procurement processes.
- Reduce material waste with careful planning and precise cutting techniques.
- Achieve high-quality finishes by meticulously preparing materials before welding and performing detailed post-weld cleanups.
- Test strength and quality of welds using tension, bend and penetration tests.
- Increase workshop efficiency, organizing supplies and tools for easy access and reduced setup times.
- Custom-built specialized welding fixtures to improve project efficiency and accuracy.
Welder /Welding Fabricator
Kendall Farms
08.2018 - 10.2022
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
Education
Ph.D. - Science
Palmer Chiropractic College
Davenport, IA10-2017
High School Diploma -
Wethersfield High School
Kewanee, IL05-2007
Skills
- Communication
- First aid Training
- Emergency response
- Correctional facility procedures
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution Skills
- Individual in custody supervision
- MIG welding
- Pipe welding
- Grinding and finishing techniques
- Plasma cutting
- Fabrication
- Hand tool safety
- Parts fabrication
- Welding safety procedures
- Carbon steel welding
- Jig fabrication
- Defect repair
- Gas metal arc welding
- Stainless steel welding
- Flux core arc welding
- Stick welding
- Custom fabrication
- Welding procedure specification
- Equipment monitoring
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Aluminum welding
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Oxy-acetylene welding
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Fire prevention and protection
- Power tool and electrical safety
- Cast iron welding
- Weld testing
- TIG welding
- Copper welding
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Illinois Department Of Corrections
05.2023 - Current
Welder /Welding Fabricator
Kendall Farms
08.2018 - 10.2022
Agricultural Foreman/Fabrication Welder
Ehnle Farms
09.2005 - Current
Ph.D. - Science
Palmer Chiropractic College
High School Diploma -
Wethersfield High School
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