Gage Feuerhelm
Choctaw Nation
18
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented welder and mechanic with expertise in welding, fabrication, and preventive maintenance. Proven ability to enhance workflow processes and ensure safety compliance.
Work History
Mechanic/Welder
6 Years 3 Months- Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques and diagnostic tools.
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and extend equipment longevity.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs, parts used, and services performed for compliance tracking.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Ensured high-quality welds by adhering to industry safety standards and procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot welding issues and enhance production flow.
- Conducted regular maintenance on welding machines to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
- Trained junior welders on best practices for welding techniques and safety protocols.
- Improved fabrication processes through innovative approaches, reducing waste and enhancing quality control measures.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to determine project requirements accurately before initiating work.
- 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, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
Shop/Welding Supervisor
2 Years 2 Months- Supervised welding operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Conducted regular inspections of welding equipment to maintain operational integrity and safety compliance.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for complex welding issues, improving resolution times and minimizing downtime.
- Ensured consistent weld quality through frequent visual inspections and non-destructive testing methods.
- Increased production efficiency, closely monitoring welder performance and providing timely feedback.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all welding activities, ensuring proper recordkeeping for future reference.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by optimizing material usage and minimizing welding defects.
- Reduced workplace accidents by conducting regular safety training sessions and equipment inspections.
- Created a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration among team members while maintaining focus on meeting project deadlines.
- Regularly reviewed performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement in both individual welders'' skills and broader operational processes.
- Managed inventory of consumables and materials to prevent delays in project timelines due to shortages.
- Coordinated with engineering teams on design modifications, reducing potential issues during fabrication stages.
- Trained team members on the proper use of specialized equipment, such as robotic welding systems or advanced cutting tools.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
Welder/Lead Man
9 Years 1 Month- Worked at multiple refineries and ports.
- Achieved certification in operation of all heavy equipment.
- Achieved TWIK card and OSHA certification, improving safety compliance measures. Secured Zachary Safety certification, resulting in enhanced safety awareness. Completed MPT certification, reinforcing safety training initiatives at Matrix.
- Fabricated and welded components for industrial projects using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure adherence to specifications and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and minimize production downtime.
- Trained junior welders on best practices for equipment handling and safety protocols.
- Oversaw project timelines, ensuring timely completion of welding assignments within budget constraints.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules for welding equipment, reducing breakdowns by 15%.
- Led safety meetings, promoting a culture of compliance and continuous improvement among staff.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.
- Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
- Conducted rigorous post-weld inspections to guarantee structural integrity of each piece.
- Enhanced workshop safety by consistently adhering to all safety protocols and conducting regular equipment checks.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Welding
Attention to detail
Fabrication
Blueprint reading
Torch cutting
Layout and fitting
Critical thinking
Flux-cored arc welding
Shaping and cutting
Vertical welding
Structural welding
Steel fabrication
Equipment operation
MIG welding professional
Horizontal welding
Precision measuring
Project management
Timeline
Mechanic/Welder
Choctaw Nation
04.2020 - 07.2026Read More
Shop/Welding Supervisor
Boxel
01.2018 - 03.2020Read More
Welder/Lead Man
Matrix Service Company
11.2008 - 12.2017Read More
Atoka High School
High School Diploma
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