Jake Bachman
Lexington,SC
Summary
Precision-driven Fabrication Welder known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding techniques critical to fabricating high-quality products. Excel in interpreting blueprints and executing complex welding projects with precision. Strong communication and teamwork abilities ensure successful collaboration on diverse projects.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Gate operator maintenance
Self Employed Services
Lexington, South Carolina
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted in the setup of production lines according to customer specifications.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Set up tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges and other related parts for use in production operations.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Fabrication Welder
Engineered metals and composites
West Columbia, South Carolina
08.2018 - Current
- Identified any defects in the fabrication process and took corrective action when necessary.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
- Developed new methods of fabricating complex parts in order to increase efficiency or reduce costs.
- Close work with the prototype department designing concepts and implementing them to builds
- Performed preventative maintenance on all welding equipment.
- Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications.
- Collaborated closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding progress of tasks assigned throughout the day.
- Checked finished products for conformance to engineering standards before shipping out.
- Operated forklifts to move large components around the shop floor.
- Utilized overhead cranes to lift heavy objects into place during fabrication projects.
- Assisted with the installation of fabricated items at customer sites.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for welding operations by grinding, sanding, or polishing as needed.
- Provided technical guidance and training to junior welders as needed.
- Welded metal pieces together using MIG, TIG, and other welding processes as required.
- Maintained a clean work area in accordance with safety regulations.
- Repaired damaged metallic components utilizing welding techniques such as gas tungsten arc welding or shielded metal arc welding.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Welding
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC 08.2016 - 08.2017
Skills
- SMAW
- MIG welding
- TIG welding
- Equipment maintenance
- Blueprint reading
- Team leading experience
- forklift certified at current job
- Fabrication techniques
- Quality control
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Gate operator maintenance
Self Employed Services
01.2021 - Current
Fabrication Welder
Engineered metals and composites
08.2018 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Welding
Midlands Technical College
08.2016 - 08.2017