Francis Burns

• Inspected welds for quality assurance purposes to ensure adherence to standards.
• Repaired broken or cracked parts by welding them back together.
• Troubleshot problems related to fabrication process and proposed solutions for improvement.
• Maintained accurate records of all work performed in a timely manner.
• Worked closely with other departments such as Engineering, Quality Control and Shipping and Receiving for smooth operations flow.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations at all times while working on the shop floor.
• Provided training and mentoring support to junior level personnel when needed.
• Performed regular housekeeping duties such as cleaning tools and equipment after use.
• Developed test plans for verifying accuracy of fabricated components before shipment.
• Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
• Deposited intermittent tack welds for fit-up and alignment of work assemblies.
• Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
• Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
• Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
• Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
• Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
• Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
• Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Maintained clean and organized work environment to ensure safety and productivity.
• Informed forklift personnel or Shift Lead when running low on fab stock requiring welding.
• Participated in team meetings to discuss best practices for fabrication processes.
• Assisted in the development of new fabrication processes and procedures.
• Performed routine maintenance on welding equipment including torches and regulators.
• Operated forklifts, cranes, hoists and other material handling equipment to move materials around shop floor.

• Managed quality control and maintained high level of customer satisfaction.
• Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
• Worked from complex and detailed manufacturing documentation and verbal instructions.
• Operated various diagnostic tools to determine repair plans.
• Inspected finished products for defects and to maintain compliance with federal and corporate standards.
• Interpreted technical drawings, blueprints and schematics.
• Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
• Tested, inspected and adjusted products in order to meet blueprint specifications.
• Set up, adjusted or operated basic or specialized machine tools to support precision machining operations.
• Observed machines for proper functioning and made adjustments to meet specifications and complete work orders on-time and under budget.
• Set-up and operated lathes, mills and grinders to cut raw materials.
• Troubleshot machinery and programming issues to exceed production goals.
• Performed routine maintenance on machines and monitored usage to reduce parts breakdown.
• Maintained detailed production records to identify areas for improvement and maximize productivity.
• Maintained machines with regular repairs and removal of worn or broken tooling or dies.

• Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
• Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
• Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
• Performed performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
• Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
• Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
• Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
• Inspected electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
• Resurfaced interior and exterior equipment surfaces using brushes, rollers and spray equipment.
• Mentored junior maintenance professionals to provide instruction on correct repair procedures.
• Contacted vendors to procure equipment and tools to meet organizational demands.
• Reviewed blueprints and manuals to repair and restore optimal functionality.
• Oversaw preventive maintenance on electrical panels and complex machinery to reach prescribed levels of operation.
• Used rulers and micrometers to inspect parts to determine changes in dimension requirements.
• Designed, fabricated and installed upgrades to improve existing equipment.
• Worked with outside vendors to prepare for large system installations and complex repairs.
• Ran machinery diagnostics rounds to meet performance thresholds.

• Collaborated with team members to complete customer requests and orders on time
• Verified products and shipment information to accurately distribute items to customers
• Conducted testing and diagnostics work on safety, control, manual and vent valves and other equipment at customer locations
• Reviewed and disassembled safety, control, manual and vent valves prior to completing skilled repairs
• Maintained professional working environment and enhanced productivity by keeping all areas neat and organized
• Identified problems with valves and used appropriate troubleshooting techniques to locate and resolve concerns
• Provided excellent service to guests and employees
• Achieved client confidence and protected operations by keeping information confidential
• Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately

• Worked frequently with automotive systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs
• Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment
• Investigated and corrected mechanical problems with machinery
• Thoroughly cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance
• Managed available parts, tools and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability
• Studied system requirements to order components and parts and perform acceptance tests

• Responded immediately to mechanical breakdowns and developed timely repair plan to minimize downtime
• Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment, minimizing downtim
• Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity
• Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision
• Performed preventative and regular maintenance on systems

Removal, repair, and installation of safety valves, in shop and on-site