Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Jacob Carter

Jacob Carter

Solomon

Summary

Skilled Fabrication Operator with professional experience in manufacturing and production environments. Strengths include knowledge of machinery operation, troubleshooting, and quality control. Have effectively improved operational efficiency and safety standards in previous roles. Familiarity with industry-standard software, tools, and protocols for optimal fabrication results also highlighted.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fabrication Operator Lead

Kubota/Great Plains MFG.
Salina
08.2020 - Current
  • Utilized overhead cranes to move large pieces of material around the shop floor safely.
  • Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous materials such as solvents, acids or oils.
  • Monitored machine operations to detect potential problems or malfunctions.
  • Communicated effectively with other members of the team about any issues that may arise during fabrication operations.
  • Maintained accurate records of production data including quantity, quality and time.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
  • Troubleshot problems with the fabrication process and took corrective action as needed.
  • Participated in regular training sessions covering new technologies being implemented at the company.
  • Operated various fabrication machines, such as shears, brakes, presses, grinders, drill presses, fiber optic lasers, CNC plasma cutters, mills, and lathes.
  • Assisted in the development of new processes and procedures related to fabrication operations.
  • Loaded raw materials onto machines in order to fabricate components according to blueprints or drawings.

Poly-Fusion Technician

Miller Pipeline
Manhattan
09.2017 - 08.2020
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines. Such as excavators, jack hammers, concrete saws, pneumatic tampers, and various Poly-fusion tech equiptment.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Checked pressure levels within pipelines regularly using specialized gauges or meters.
  • Removed soil or debris from trenches around pipes before installing them.
  • Replaced corroded pipes with new ones as part of regular maintenance activities.
  • Provided support services such as digging holes, mixing concrete, and compacting soil around pipes.

Fabrication Operator

Landpride/Great Plains MFG.
Salina
08.2012 - 09.2017
  • Transported heavy objects manually or with forklifts and pallet trucks between different areas within the facility.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on all fabrication machinery according to schedule.
  • Set-up and adjusted fabrication equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Operated various fabrication machines such as shears, brakes, presses, grinders and drill presses, lasers, CNC Plasma tables, Mills, and Lathes.
  • Organized work area by sweeping up debris, removing scrap material, stacking parts and cleaning surfaces.
  • Inspected parts for conformance with specifications using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers and gauges.
  • Operated, calibrated and performed preventative maintenance on fabrication machines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Abilene High School
Abilene, KS
05-2010

Some College (No Degree) - US ARMY Diesel Machanic

91B-10 Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
Ft. Jackson, SC

Skills

  • Machine operation
  • CNC programming
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Safety compliance
  • Problem solving
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Hand tools proficiency
  • Precision measurement
  • Metal fabrication
  • Welding and fabrication

Certification

FORKLIFT - Forklift License

08/15/2024 - 08/15/2027

STOP BLEED - Stop The Bleed

04/05/2024 - 04/05/2026

TRIAGE - Mass Casualty

04/05/2024 - 04/05/2026

BBPATHOGEN - Blood Borne Pathogen

04/05/2024 - 04/05/2026

FIRSTAID - First Aid/CPR/AED

04/13/2024 - 04/13/2026

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Fabrication Operator Lead

Kubota/Great Plains MFG.
08.2020 - Current

Poly-Fusion Technician

Miller Pipeline
09.2017 - 08.2020

Fabrication Operator

Landpride/Great Plains MFG.
08.2012 - 09.2017

High School Diploma -

Abilene High School

Some College (No Degree) - US ARMY Diesel Machanic

91B-10 Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic