Noah Hale
Atchison,KS
Summary
- At We-Mac Manufacturing, I spearheaded a team as a Welder Foreman, enhancing workflow and safety, which skyrocketed customer satisfaction. My expertise in gas tungsten arc welding and my knack for problem-solving were pivotal in mentoring a skilled workforce, achieving significant project efficiencies. My leadership not only reduced accidents but also fostered a culture of reliability and precision.
- Inspecting the fabrication and installation of steam systems, plumbing systems, and high-pressure/high-purity pipe/medical gas systems as needed. Operate grinders, pipe threading machines, oxygen/acetylene torches, hand tools, electric sewer augers, fans, pumps, welders, and other trade related tools and equipment.
- Works off ladders, scaffolds, and man lifts when needed to reach work areas.
- Using building plans, blueprints, sketches, and work orders to accomplish project work
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder Foreman
We-Mac Manufacturing
03.2002 - Current
- Troubleshot issues related to equipment or workflow inefficiencies, implementing effective solutions promptly.
- Developed custom welding solutions for unique client specifications, resulting in increased customer satisfaction rates.
- Conducted routine inspections of welding equipment, maintaining optimal performance levels and minimizing downtime.
- Reduced workplace accidents by enforcing strict safety protocols and conducting regular safety training sessions.
- Coordinated with project managers to ensure accurate material procurement and allocation for projects.
- Balanced workload distribution among welders while maintaining high-quality output levels throughout each project phase.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Devised and implemented safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
- Increased overall productivity by implementing efficient welding techniques and processes.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing valuable industry knowledge and fostering a skilled workforce.
- Managed a team of welders, ensuring timely project completion and high-quality workmanship.
- Collaborated with other foremen to streamline workflows for improved efficiency across teams.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
- Welded parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc and gas equipment.
- Used MIG gun arc to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpieces.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
- Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
- Assembled structural forms such as boiler parts and pressure vessels.
- Ensured long-lasting welds with minimal defects through careful preparation of surfaces prior to beginning work.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Atchison County Community High School
Effingham, KS05-2001
Welding Certificate - Welding
Northeast Kansas Technical College
Atchison, KS05-2001
Skills
- Layout and fitting
- Scheduling and planning
- Pipe welding
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Plasma cutting
- Structural welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Weld inspection
- Joint preparation
- Grinding and polishing
- Welding inspection
- Welding safety
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Heavy equipment operations
- Tool operation
- Forklift operation
- Equipment operation
- Blueprint reading
Timeline
Welder Foreman
We-Mac Manufacturing
03.2002 - Current
High School Diploma -
Atchison County Community High School
Welding Certificate - Welding
Northeast Kansas Technical College
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