Trent Fitzmaurice
Beech Grove,IN
Summary
Dynamic TIG/MIG Welder and Fabrication Specialist with proven leadership at Ninja Factory LLC, enhancing team productivity through effective workflow organization and safety compliance. Skilled in CNC operation with knowledge in Diverse Mechanical Systems, I consistently deliver high-quality results while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability across diverse projects.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Tig Welder/Fabrication
Nelson Global Products
03.2025 - Current
- Supported team members in troubleshooting technical issues during the welding process, ensuring minimal downtime and consistent production rates.
- Enhanced product quality by performing precise TIG welding on various materials.
- Resolved any identified defects or inconsistencies promptly during the welding process to minimize rework time spent on corrections later on in production stages.
- Promoted a safe working environment through strict adherence to company safety policies and procedures while welding various materials.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques and applying them effectively across different projects.
Supervisor, Maintenance, Welder/Fabrication
Ninja Factory LLC.
04.2015 - 08.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Operated CNC equipment including a router table and a plasma table.
- Design/build/fabricate Ninja warrior framing and obstacles
- Painted / powder coated all products along with becoming familiar with shipping and packaging products professionally.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Led successful project completions under tight deadlines, coordinating effectively across multiple teams.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team to suggest and implement process enhancements.
Mechanic, Mig and TIG Welder
Alloy Custom Products
12.2011 - 03.2015
- Resolved electrical issues to enhance vehicle functionality and user experience.
- Enhanced team morale and productivity by establishing positive work environment.
- Trained new mechanics in diagnostic techniques, raising overall skill level of team.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of cryogenic trailers.
- Supported team members in troubleshooting technical issues during the welding process, ensuring minimal downtime and consistent production rates.
- Enhanced product quality by performing precise TIG welding on various materials.
- Resolved any identified defects or inconsistencies promptly during the welding process to minimize rework time spent on corrections later on in production stages.
Maintenance Technician
Indiana Packers Corporation
12.2007 - 12.2010
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Became familiar with electrical systems, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, heating and A/C.
- Repair/replace electric motors, pumps, coils, bearings, various conveyor systems, the packaging and shipping equipment and much more.
- Followed work orders with precision and document my work and recommendations via computer and paperwork.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Minimized production delays, responding swiftly to emergency breakdowns or unexpected malfunctions
- Assisted management in developing long-term plans for equipment upgrades and replacements.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, regularly suggesting and implementing process enhancements.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction in facility areas by maintaining high standard of cleanliness and functionality.
- Improved reliability of electrical systems by conducting thorough inspections and updates.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
Education
Standard - Engineering/manufacturing
William Henry Harrison
West Lafayette, IN05.2007
Skills
- CNC operation
- Safety compliance
- Metal fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Team leadership
- Quality assurance
- Equipment maintenance
- Problem solving
- Adaptability to techniques
- Workflow organization
- Joint preparation
- Welding safety procedure
- Welding fixture setup
- Quality inspection
- Equipment calibration
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Power tools
- Critical thinking
- Parts assembly
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Hand and power tool operation
Timeline
Tig Welder/Fabrication
Nelson Global Products
03.2025 - Current
Supervisor, Maintenance, Welder/Fabrication
Ninja Factory LLC.
04.2015 - 08.2024
Mechanic, Mig and TIG Welder
Alloy Custom Products
12.2011 - 03.2015
Maintenance Technician
Indiana Packers Corporation
12.2007 - 12.2010
Standard - Engineering/manufacturing
William Henry Harrison
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