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James Bailey

Frankfort,KY

Summary

Experienced and hardworking welder skilled in MIG and TIG techniques, known for attention to detail, blueprint reading capabilities and effective troubleshooting. Ready to leverage expertise in welding inspection and training assistance to enhance operational excellence.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder/Fabricator

QuaLex Manufacturing
Georgetown, Kentucky
06.2024 - Current
  • Fabricated precision metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques to meet project specifications.
  • Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
  • Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
  • Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to specifications.
  • Collaborated with team members to identify and resolve welding issues, enhancing overall project quality.
  • Trained new welders on equipment operation and safety practices to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.

Welder/Fabricator

Nashville Wire
Frankfort, KY
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Fabricated metal components using MIG welding techniques.
  • Maintained welding equipment, ensuring safety and performance standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve welding issues promptly.
  • Updated supervisors on progress of assigned tasks to ensure alignment with project timelines.
  • Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.

Welder

Meritor
Frankfort, KY
03.2022 - 11.2023
  • Set up equipment and welded parts to meet welding chart specifications, ensuring structural integrity.
  • Configured welding machines based on specific job requirements for optimal performance.
  • Fabricated metal components using MIG welding techniques to achieve precise specifications.
  • Inspected welds for quality and compliance with safety standards.
  • Assembled parts according to blueprints and specifications.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency.
  • Assisted in training new welders on techniques and safety practices.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Georgetown College
Georgetown, KY
05-2018

High School Diploma -

Franklin County High School
Frankfort, KY
05-2014

Skills

  • MIG and TIG welding
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Blueprint reading
  • Welding inspection
  • Training assistance
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Welder/Fabricator

QuaLex Manufacturing
06.2024 - Current

Welder/Fabricator

Nashville Wire
11.2023 - 05.2024

Welder

Meritor
03.2022 - 11.2023

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Georgetown College

High School Diploma -

Franklin County High School
James Bailey