Franklin Swindell

Unloading merchandise from trucks and palletizings to stock shelves. Cleaning areas from debris.

• Fabricated and assembled metal structures using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
• Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute precise welds.
• Inspected completed work for quality assurance and compliance with safety standards.
• Operated various welding equipment including plasma cutters and grinders effectively.
• Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
• Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
• Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
• Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
• Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
• Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
• Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
• Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.