GARY SANDERS
Austell,GA
Summary
Adept at project management and quality assurance, I leveraged leadership and problem-solving skills at Jeremiah's Exhaust Systems to exceed production deadlines. Skilled in team coordination and ensuring safety, my background spans from welding to home renovation, showcasing a commitment to excellence and efficiency in diverse roles. I am a diligent professional with many years of experience welding for construction projects. Well-versed in operating cutting torches to dismantle and shape pieces, and operating hoists and cranes to inspect pieces. Knowledge of safe welding practices.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Locking Bands and Tac Welder
Jeremiah's Exhaust Systems
Marietta, Georgia
06.2019 - 11.2024
- Marked or tagged material with each job number, piece marks, and other identifying marks.
- Read blueprints and drawings related to projects to determine the proper dimensions of components being fabricated and welded together.
- Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
- Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and the use of tools and equipment used during fabrication and welding operations.
- Gathered required materials for each project to meet production deadlines.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
- Cut, contoured, and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
Laborer
TAV Holding Inc.
Atlanta, Georgia
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Identified potential problems with equipment or processes and took corrective action when needed.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Assessed project needs and ordered necessary supplies as needed.
Picker
XPO Logistics
Atlanta, Georgia
03.2018 - 08.2018
- Verified the accuracy of picked items by comparing them against the pick list.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
- Trained new employees regarding warehouse procedures and standards.
- Inspected merchandise for wear or defects, disposing of damaged items as instructed by supervisors.
Driver
Travel Lodge Hotel
Cleveland, Ohio
04.2014 - 09.2017
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
- Managed fuel consumption and expenses for vehicle operations.
- Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents.
- Executed punctual and safe conveyance of customers to designated spots.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Inspected vehicles before and after every trip to assess performance and maintenance requirements.
- Performed minor vehicle maintenance tasks to prevent disruptions.
Home Renovator
Self-employed
Cleveland, Ohio
04.1996 - 12.2013
- Inspected all completed work to ensure quality standards were met or exceeded.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.
- Cleaned up job sites at the end of each day's work to maintain a safe working environment.
- Developed cost estimates for proposed home renovations, including labor and materials costs.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Management, Human Resources
Fortis College
Wintergreen, Fl06-2015
Skills
Soft skills include leadership, problem-solving, and empathy,
time management, communication, teamwork, and attention to detail
Hard skills are project management and quality assurance
Custom
- I have worked in a leadership and supervisory role managing employees
Military Service
- U.S. Army Veteran
- Military Police
- Stationed in Korea
Timeline
Locking Bands and Tac Welder
Jeremiah's Exhaust Systems
06.2019 - 11.2024
Laborer
TAV Holding Inc.
08.2018 - 02.2019
Picker
XPO Logistics
03.2018 - 08.2018
Driver
Travel Lodge Hotel
04.2014 - 09.2017
Home Renovator
Self-employed
04.1996 - 12.2013
Associate of Arts - Business Management, Human Resources
Fortis College
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