Gary Falgoust
Poplarville,MS
Summary
Adept at enhancing productivity and reducing downtime, I spearheaded operational improvements at Registered Barns, boosting efficiency significantly. My expertise in machine operation and a strong emphasis on safety awareness have been pivotal. Skilled in equipment maintenance and fostering teamwork, I excel in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Metal Shop Foreman
Registered Barns
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Plan, schedule, and manage all shop fabrication activities
- Coordinate with engineers and designers to understand project requirements
- Assess project and resource requirements
- Ensure the safety regulations and standard procedures are followed
- Oversee the quality control of products and processes
- Manage inventory and order materials and supplies as needed
- Maintain equipment and arrange for repairs when necessary
- Recruit, supervise, and train staff
- Monitor and control production costs
- Communicate with clients to discuss project status and expectations
- Ensure timely delivery of finished products
- Develop and implement operational improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity
Head Welder
Huey Stockstill Inc.
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Establishes priorities for the shop; plans, assigns, inspects, and directs the work of district
Welders. - Conducts on-site survey of work to be performed.
- Computes time and material costs by estimating labor hours and ordering materials by
telephone, fax, or online. - Coordinates with other shops and departments to complete work orders.
- Ensures safety precautions are observed.
- Welds metal parts together as specified by layout, sketches, blueprints, work orders, or
verbal instructions using mig, arc, tig, and acetylene welding techniques. - Prepares designs and rough sketches of work to be completed.
- Compiles material lists.
- Performs brazing, soldering, hard facing, and cutting.
- Repairs, modifies, or constructs truck beds, tool boxes, trailer hitches, utility trailers,
bumpers, racks, railings, fire escapes, ladders, tanks, scaffolding, signs, fences, flagpoles,
gates, kitchen equipment, lockers, and other metal structures or equipment. - Fabricates metal parts, brackets, and tools.
- Performs plasma cutting on Computer Numerical Control (CNC) cutting machines.
- Orders and installs district-wide signage.
- Initiates, modifies, and closes work orders in automated system.
- Welds galvanized, copper, and cast iron.
- Designs, builds, and repairs playground, gymnasium, and athletic equipment.
- Forges, dresses, tempers, and sharpens tools.
- Operates aerial lift, powered industrial truck, district vehicle, and a variety of hand and power
tools. - Maintains inventory of parts and supplies.
- Performs related work as required
Diesel Mechanic
Holliday Construction
01.2014 - 10.2016
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Troubleshot electrical system issues accurately to reduce the likelihood of recurring problems down the line.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
Hydraulic Mechanic
Best Equipment
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Increased reliability of equipment through comprehensive overhauls, rebuilding components as necessary for optimal performance.
- Reduced equipment downtime by proactively identifying potential issues through regular inspections and preventive maintenance.
- Demonstrated versatility by adapting to new technologies and industry advancements in the field of hydraulics, continuously expanding skill set.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient repairs on various hydraulic equipment.
- Diagnosed problems with machinery by inspecting components, observing operations and running computer diagnostics.
- Developed strong client relationships through clear communication of repair status updates and recommendations for future maintenance needs.
Education
Poplarville High School
Poplarville, MS05-2005
Skills
- Machine operation
- Safety awareness
- Workplace safety
- Tool management
- Equipment usage
- Fabrication skills
- Teamwork
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Self motivation
- Forklift operation
- Equipment maintenance
Timeline
Metal Shop Foreman
Registered Barns
07.2024 - 01.2025
Head Welder
Huey Stockstill Inc.
01.2017 - 01.2019
Diesel Mechanic
Holliday Construction
01.2014 - 10.2016
Hydraulic Mechanic
Best Equipment
01.2011 - 01.2014
Poplarville High School
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