Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Personal Information
Timeline
Ivie Nelson

Ivie Nelson

Menominee,MI

Summary

Seeking a challenging and exciting position that utilizes my experience while providing opportunities to learn and develop new skills. Dedicated to making a meaningful impact, eager to contribute expertise and drive for success to a dynamic team. Committed to continuous growth, ready to take on new challenges and make a valuable contribution in a professional environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Outfitting Weld Foreman

Core Group Resources
10.2024 - 01.2025
  • Plan and lay out work for a crew of welders according to production schedule
  • Track job numbers to be entered for progressing
  • Train welders on various welding procedures

Structural Welder

NCS Technologies
12.2023 - 07.2024
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to determine welding specifications and requirements
  • Executed high-quality welds in accordance with industry standards and project specifications
  • Inspected welded joints for defects or imperfections and made necessary repairs or adjustments
  • Followed safety protocols at all times to prevent accidents or injuries in the workplace

Welder/Fabricator

Fox Valley Metal Tech
08.2023 - 11.2023
  • Tig and mig weld on aluminum to military specifications
  • Layout and fit parts before welding
  • Use precision measuring tools to make sure welds are within the tight tolerances
  • Log all hours precisely into computer system

Structural Welder/supervisor

Eastern Shipbuilding Group
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Coordinated with project managers to prioritize tasks based on project timelines while maintaining high-quality workmanship standards
  • Trained new welders on proper welding techniques, safety procedures, and equipment operation to enhance team productivity
  • Collaborated with quality control department to conduct weld inspections according to industry standards before final product delivery
  • Executed high-quality welds in accordance with industry standards and project specifications
  • Inspected welded joints for defects or imperfections and made necessary repairs or adjustments

Seam Welder

NSC Technologies, LLC
03.2019 - 04.2023
  • Interpreted blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine welding requirements
  • Ensured proper safety measures were followed at all times during the welding process
  • Inspected welded joints for quality assurance and made necessary repairs or adjustments
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy and attention to detail when executing welding tasks

Seam Welder

strom worldwide
08.2016 - 03.2019
  • Completed assigned projects within specified timeframes while meeting quality requirements
  • Worked effectively as part of a team or independently depending on project needs
  • Ensured compliance with industry codes (e.g., AWS) when executing welds on critical structures
  • Troubleshot issues related to weld quality or performance deviations; implemented corrective actions as needed
  • Demonstrated proficiency in reading and interpreting welding symbols, blueprints, and technical specifications
  • Collaborated with quality control personnel to ensure compliance with weld acceptance criteria
  • Adhered to company policies and procedures regarding safety, quality assurance, and work ethics at all times
  • Participated in team meetings or toolbox talks to discuss project updates, safety issues, or process improvements
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail when inspecting finished welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications

Welder

U.S. Trades (dematic)
02.2016 - 03.2016
  • Welded pieces of strut anywhere the electric workers needed it
  • Pre-fabbed brackets to hang the disconnect boxes on
  • I got work done in a timely manner and got it done right
  • I always stayed busy while on the clock
  • Skills Used: Welding in multiple positions
  • Using hand tools safely and correctly
  • Using a tape measure, level, and speed square to make sure everything was accurate

Customer Service Specialist

Best Buy
10.2014 - 10.2015
  • Provide excellent, efficient and accurate customer service
  • Process customer orders and transactions using computer systems
  • Identify customer needs and offer appropriate business services or solutions
  • Adaptable to changing business needs and work assignments
  • Assist with managing day-to-day customer service activities

Server and Bartender

loopy's ll
05.2013 - 12.2013
  • Provided excellent, efficient and accurate customer service
  • Cleaned, stocked and maintained bar
  • Managed day-to-day operational activities
  • Assisted in training new employees
  • Accurately used math and computer skills to calculate customer payments
  • Opened and prepared for the day's business and closed and prepped for the next day's business

Assistant Manager

Family Dollar
11.2012 - 03.2013
  • Provided prompt customer service by identifying customer needs and provide excellent, accurate service
  • Assisted in preparation of weekly and monthly inventory, tracking and other operational needs utilizing technology and computer systems
  • Managed and prepared for bank deposits and transactions
  • Opened business and prepared for the day's activities, also closed store and prepared for next day's business
  • Planned for and directed the unloading of deliveries and organized the merchandise throughout the store, included stocking shelves

Call Center Representative

Drs. Foster and Smith
11.2011 - 05.2012
  • Identified caller needs, took customer orders and provided information on products and services
  • Gained caller confidence and provided excellent customer service
  • Tracked calls and provided follow-up service

Education

Certificate - Six Sigma Black Belt

SSGI

Certificate - TIG Welding

NWTC, Green Bay, WI
03.2023

High school diploma -

Tomahawk High School, Tomahawk, WI
05.2011

Skills

  • Manufacturing
  • Stick welding
  • Troubleshooting
  • Quality assurance
  • Sales
  • Order entry
  • Welding
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Driving
  • TIG welding
  • Precision measuring instruments
  • Serving Experience
  • Analysis skills
  • Leadership
  • ASME codes & standards
  • MIG welding
  • Customer service
  • Supervising experience
  • Assembly
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Power tools
  • POS
  • FCAW
  • ISO 9001
  • Fabrication
  • Bartending
  • Crew leadership
  • Attention to detail
  • Decision-making
  • Effective communication
  • Employee training
  • Task delegation
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Hand and power tools
  • Multitasking and organization

Certification

  • OSHA 10
  • Welding Certification

Personal Information

  • Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
  • Authorized To Work: US for any employer

Timeline

Outfitting Weld Foreman - Core Group Resources
10.2024 - 01.2025
Structural Welder - NCS Technologies
12.2023 - 07.2024
Welder/Fabricator - Fox Valley Metal Tech
08.2023 - 11.2023
Structural Welder/supervisor - Eastern Shipbuilding Group
05.2023 - 08.2023
Seam Welder - NSC Technologies, LLC
03.2019 - 04.2023
Seam Welder - strom worldwide
08.2016 - 03.2019
Welder - U.S. Trades (dematic)
02.2016 - 03.2016
Customer Service Specialist - Best Buy
10.2014 - 10.2015
Server and Bartender - loopy's ll
05.2013 - 12.2013
Assistant Manager - Family Dollar
11.2012 - 03.2013
Call Center Representative - Drs. Foster and Smith
11.2011 - 05.2012
Tomahawk High School - High school diploma,
SSGI - Certificate, Six Sigma Black Belt
NWTC - Certificate, TIG Welding
Ivie Nelson