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Gwen Lambert

Chesapeake,VA

Summary

At Eastern Metal Works, I excelled as a Welder/Fabricator, showcasing in MIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding alongside a keen attention to detail. My proactive approach in optimizing material usage and enhancing safety protocols significantly improved productivity and reduced accidents. Collaborating effectively with teams, I contributed to large-scale projects with precision and efficiency.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Welder/Fabricator

Eastern Metal Works
03.2024 - 01.2025
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Promoted workplace safety with regular maintenance of organized tools and equipment.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • 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.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
  • Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
  • 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.
  • Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
  • Used the mill to drill holes
  • Demonstrated versatility by operating various types of milling machines as required based on production needs.
  • Collaborated with a team of welders to complete large-scale projects, streamlining the workflow.
  • Contributed to a safe working environment by maintaining clean and organized workspaces, complying with OSHA regulations.
  • Supported cost reduction efforts by accurately estimating material requirements and minimizing waste during fabrication processes.

Education

Welding

Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Heavy equipment repair
  • Maritime welding
  • Blueprint reading
  • SMAW, FMAW, GMAW
  • Layout and fitting
  • Critical thinking
  • Shaping and cutting
  • Structural welding
  • Cutting techniques
  • Wire feed machines
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Welding procedure specification
  • Overhead crane operation
  • Surface preparation
  • Precision measuring
  • Safety equipment usage
  • Measurement tools
  • Worksite organization
  • Welding machine setup
  • Welding safety
  • Hand and power tool operation
  • operate mill and magdrills
  • Torch cutting

Timeline

Welder/Fabricator

Eastern Metal Works
03.2024 - 01.2025

Welding

Tidewater Community College
Gwen Lambert