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Jacob Vorbeck

Elwood,Iowa

Summary

With a proven track record at Farmtek, I enhanced weld quality and safety through advanced inspection techniques and strict standards adherence. My leadership as a Welder/Shift Supervisor at NCI Building Systems fostered team skill growth and efficiency. Expert in visual inspection and team oversight, I drive projects to completion with precision and collaborative excellence.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Welding Inspector

Farmtek
06.2011 - Current
  • Improved weld quality by implementing advanced inspection techniques and maintaining strict adherence to industry standards.
  • Minimized rework costs by identifying and addressing welding defects in a timely manner through effective communication with welders and supervisors.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations, contributing to a safe working environment for all team members.
  • Reduced production delays by quickly identifying potential issues during in-process inspections and recommending corrective actions when necessary.
  • Conducted comprehensive visual inspections of completed welds, verifying their conformance to specified codes and standards.
  • Examined products for imperfections and defects.
  • Updated quality control records and reports.
  • Assisted in developing inspection and testing protocols.

Welder /Shift Supervisor

NCI Business Systems
04.1999 - 06.2011
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • 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.
  • Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
  • Led team training sessions, boosting overall skill levels with advanced welding techniques.
  • Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.

Education

Certified Welding Inspector - Weld Inspection

Hobart Institute of Welding Technology
Troy, OH
05.2009

Skills

  • Visual Inspection
  • Multitasking
  • Equipment Operation
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Welding Symbols Interpretation
  • Team Oversight
  • Non-Destructive Testing
  • Welding Code Compliance
  • Welder Qualification Testing
  • Welding Procedure Development
  • Safety awareness
  • Quality Control Procedures

Certification

  • Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) - American Welding Society (AWS). CWI # 09052201

Timeline

Certified Welding Inspector

Farmtek
06.2011 - Current

Welder /Shift Supervisor

NCI Business Systems
04.1999 - 06.2011

Certified Welding Inspector - Weld Inspection

Hobart Institute of Welding Technology

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