Gustavo Patete
Waterloo,IA
Summary
Friendly and reliable, with keen sense of responsibility and positive attitude. Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures, combined with skills in hazard identification and risk assessment. Committed to contributing to safe and secure environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Safety Team Member - General Labor (night)
PSSI
North Elk Run Rd, Waterloo,IA
11.2024 - Current
- Monitored workplace environments to ensure safety protocols were followed.
- Improved hazard awareness by conducting regular safety briefings.
- Conducted inspections for identifying potential safety risks.
- Ensured compliance, adhering to established safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to promote a culture of safety.
- Participated in safety audits for maintaining regulatory compliance.
- Improved workplace safety by reinforcing use of personal protective equipment.
- Supported safety initiatives by coordinating with cross-functional teams.
- Developed safety checklists for ensuring thorough inspections.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for safe work practices and comply with regulations.
Welder and Assembler
Granja El Secal SA
Portoviejo, Manabi-Ecuador
01.2019 - 08.2024
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- 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.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- 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.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by offering assistance when needed and maintaining open communication with colleagues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Liceo Bolivariaano Guanipa
Anzoategui - Venezuela07-2011
Skills
- Safety protocols
- Team collaboration
- Hazard identification
- Risk assessment
- Safety training
- Data collection
- First aid
- Risk management
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Workplace safety
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Food Safety Team Member - General Labor (night)
PSSI
11.2024 - Current
Welder and Assembler
Granja El Secal SA
01.2019 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Liceo Bolivariaano Guanipa