Esteban Martinez
Houston,TX
Summary
reliable Welder with strong proficiency in stick welding and gas metal arc welding (GMAW). Skilled in reading blueprints and weld symbols to complete precise fabrication and repair projects. Experienced in metal fabrication, outdoor work environments, and applying proper fabrication repair techniques. Known for maintaining a clean, safe workspace, demonstrating strong attention to detail, and efficiently following instructions to meet project specifications and deadlines. Committed to producing high-quality welds and contributing to a productive, safety-focused team.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Front End Supervisor
Kroger
Houston, TX
08.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily operations and staff activities in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Coordinated employee schedules to optimize coverage during peak hours.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints effectively to enhance satisfaction.
- Implemented visual merchandising strategies to improve product presentation.
- Trained new employees in customer service techniques and store policies.
- Provided administrative support to coworkers, taking on additional tasks during high-volume periods.
- Cultivated professional relationships with guests, improving customer retention through coordinated service.
- Managed opening and closing procedures by reconciling sales records and cash transactions with software data.
- Welcomed large volume of guests and improved overall customer service.
- Delivered consistent training and close mentoring support to front end employees in operations and customer service strategies.
- Established key performance indicators for front end personnel and monitored progress against them regularly.
Courtesy Clerk
Krogers Grocery Store
Houston, TX
2021 - Current
- Bagged groceries efficiently while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Restocked shelves to ensure product availability for shoppers.
- Monitored checkout area for any issues or customer needs.
- Provided excellent customer service by being friendly and courteous at all times.
- Packaged or bagged purchases and assisted customers with in-vehicle loading.
- Assisted with price checks, go-backs, and replenishing supplies.
- Oversaw collection shopping carts from parking lot to maintain clean, organized area.
- Directed customers to product locations throughout store to help find requested items.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology Specialization
Lone Star College
Houston, TX05-2026
High School Diploma -
Cypress Ridge High School
Houston, TX05-2023
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Listening Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Opening and closing procedures
- Complaint Resolution
- Performance improvement
- Welding techniques
- Equipment maintenance
- Flat welding
- Pipe welding
- Hand-eye coordination
- Vertical welding
- Overhead welding
- Maintaining components
- OSHA compliance
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Critical thinking
- Stick welding
- Attention to detail
- Multi-process welding tacking
- Fire prevention
- Welding safety
- Layout and fitting
- Shielded metal arc welding
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
Shielded Metal Arc Welding- Lone Star College, 2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Front End Supervisor
Kroger
08.2024 - Current
Courtesy Clerk
Krogers Grocery Store
2021 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology Specialization
Lone Star College
High School Diploma -
Cypress Ridge High School