Ishmael Soto
Summary
Skilled professional with several years working with metal and welding. Trained in tool use with commitment to safety, efficiency and accuracy. Proven history of reliability, focus and time organization.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Fabrication Welder
Bruno Independent Living Aids Inc.
Oconomowoc
06.2021 - Current
- Fabricated metal components using MIG welding techniques.
- Inspected welds for quality and adherence to safety standards.
- Operated welding machines and equipment efficiently during production.
- Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications.
- Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.
- Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
- Utilized overhead cranes to lift heavy objects into place during fabrication projects.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for welding operations by grinding, sanding, or polishing as needed.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
Shift Manager
Uno Pizzeria & Grill
Menomonee Falls
06.2012 - 03.2020
- Supervised daily operations to ensure smooth restaurant functionality.
- Trained and mentored team members on service standards and procedures.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain adequate stock.
- Coordinated staff schedules to optimize coverage during peak hours.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to enhance guest satisfaction.
- Monitored food preparation processes for quality and consistency standards.
- Managed daily cash intake by counting out registers and tabulating profits.
- Helped employees accomplish tasks during peak periods.
- Developed and maintained positive working relationships with staff, customers, and vendors.
- Oversaw the training of new employees on customer service, product knowledge, and cash handling techniques.
- Ensured completion of all opening and closing duties were completed accurately according to established guidelines.
- Communicated with other shift managers to facilitate continuum of customer service.
- Positioned skilled staff in key areas throughout shift to optimize department productivity.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in a professional manner.
- Taught staff upselling techniques to meet revenue targets.
- Conducted daily shift meetings to review sales goals, safety issues, promotions, and other topics.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations and quality standards.
Education
Welding And Fabrication
Waukesha County Technical College
Pewaukee, WI 01.2021 - 12.2021
Skills
- MIG welding
- Weld inspection
- Blueprint interpretation
- Metal cutting
- Communication skills
- Precision measurement
- Grinding and finishing techniques
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
Bruno Independent Living Aids Inc.
06.2021 - Current
Welding And Fabrication
Waukesha County Technical College
01.2021 - 12.2021
Shift Manager
Uno Pizzeria & Grill
06.2012 - 03.2020