Jason Northcross
Ashdown,AR
Summary
Skilled Welder with extensive experience at JCM Industries, showcasing expertise in MIG, TIG, and Stick Welding techniques alongside a strong commitment to safety and efficiency. Leveraged blueprint reading and project management skills to enhance productivity and quality, resulting in a significant increase in customer satisfaction. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and problem-solving abilities, ensuring project success and operational excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
JCM Industries
Texarkana, TX
01.2020 - 09.2024
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- 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.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Assisted in training new solderers on soldering procedures.
- Suggested improvements to soldering process to increase efficiency.
- Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
- Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.
- Monitored and documented soldering results.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Optimized fuel usage during welding operations, contributing to cost savings and energy efficiency.
- Improved project completion times by streamlining welding processes for structural components.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory standards, keeping documentation updated and accessible.
- Maintained high standard of quality control, ensuring all welds met or exceeded industry standards.
- Assisted in project estimation by providing accurate time and material assessments for welding tasks.
- Enhanced aesthetic appeal of final products with skilled finishing techniques for smooth and clean welds.
- Streamlined workshop operations, organizing tools and equipment for easy access and efficient workflow.
- Improved customer satisfaction by delivering custom welding projects ahead of scheduled deadlines.
- Optimized welding supply inventory, preventing project delays by ensuring all necessary materials were on hand.
- Collaborated on design of custom metalwork projects, meeting client specifications with innovative solutions.
- Led team training sessions, boosting overall skill levels with advanced welding techniques.
- Conducted rigorous post-weld inspections to guarantee structural integrity of each piece.
- Enhanced workshop safety by consistently adhering to all safety protocols and conducting regular equipment checks.
- Facilitated cross-department communication, ensuring projects stayed on schedule with clear updates and coordination.
- Increased efficiency in metal fabrication with precise welding techniques for complex assemblies.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability by implementing metal recycling practices in workshop.
- Solved complex welding challenges by applying specialized techniques in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
- Reduced material waste with careful planning and accurate cutting of metal components.
- Supported junior welders through mentorship, enhancing team capabilities with shared knowledge and experience.
- Increased operational lifespan of equipment with regular maintenance and timely repairs.
- Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
- Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
- Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
Welder
RIMCORP Infrastructure Management Specialists
Texarkana, AR
04.2017 - 01.2020
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
- Optimized welding supply inventory, preventing project delays by ensuring all necessary materials were on hand.
- Facilitated cross-department communication, ensuring projects stayed on schedule with clear updates and coordination.
- Increased efficiency in metal fabrication with precise welding techniques for complex assemblies.
- Improved project completion times by streamlining welding processes for structural components.
- Improved customer satisfaction by delivering custom welding projects ahead of scheduled deadlines.
- Assisted in project estimation by providing accurate time and material assessments for welding tasks.
- Increased operational lifespan of equipment with regular maintenance and timely repairs.
- Streamlined workshop operations, organizing tools and equipment for easy access and efficient workflow.
- Reduced material waste with careful planning and accurate cutting of metal components.
- Conducted rigorous post-weld inspections to guarantee structural integrity of each piece.
- Enhanced workshop safety by consistently adhering to all safety protocols and conducting regular equipment checks.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.
- Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.
- Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
- Assisted in training new solderers on soldering procedures.
- Suggested improvements to soldering process to increase efficiency.
Education
Welding
Tulsa Welding School
Tulsa, OK03.2017
Diploma -
Ashdown High School
Ashdown, AR05.2016
Skills
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Blueprint Reading
- Stick Welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and Fitting
- Shaping and cutting
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding
- Pipe welding
- Vertical Welding
- Structural welding
- Steel Fabrication
- Flat Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Equipment Operation
- Horizontal Welding
- MIG welding professional
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Cutting techniques
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Precision measuring tools
- Wire feed machines
- Sheet Metal Fabrication
- Welding procedure specification
- Parts Fabrication
- Welding Position Proficiency
- Crane Operation
- Pipe fitting
- Joint Preparation
- Welding Symbols
- Surface Preparation
- Oxy-Acetylene Welding
- Brake Press Operation
- Precision measuring
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Hand-Forming Workpieces
- Materials Selection
- Material Selection
- First Aid Training
- Project Management
- Plasma Arc Welding
- Manual Dexterity
- Heat treatment
- Submerged Arc Welding
- Non-Destructive Testing
- Special Alloys
- Fire prevention
- Supply Management
- Rigging Techniques
- Shielded Metal Arc Equipment
- Template Measurements
- Work Order Analysis
- Assembly Planning
- Cast Iron Metal Welding
- Micrometers and Calipers
- Edge Joining
- Defective Material Identification
- Operations Planning
- Metal Shaping Machines
- Soldering
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Welding Chart Specifications Compliance
- Surface Material Preparation
- Customer Service
- Component Fabrication
- Combination Metal Welding
- Mathematical Calculations
- Measurements and Calculations
- Gas Metal Arc Equipment
- Parts Cleaning and Degreasing
- Quality Inspection
- Safety Monitoring
- Portable Grinders
- Stainless Steel Metal Welding
- Flat Welding Position
- Quality Control
- Aluminum Metal Welding
- Overhead Welding Position
- Parts Assembly
- Blueprints Analysis
- Decision-Making
- Surface grinding
- Arc welding
- Power Tool Operation
- Critical Thinking
- Power Tools Operation
- Welding Techniques
- Power Tools
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Attention to Detail
- MIG welding
- Orbital Welding
- Thermal Spraying
- Distortion Control
- Valve repairs
- Scaffolding Safety
- Specification Interpretation
- Metallurgy Knowledge
Timeline
Welder
JCM Industries
01.2020 - 09.2024
Welder
RIMCORP Infrastructure Management Specialists
04.2017 - 01.2020
Welding
Tulsa Welding School
Diploma -
Ashdown High School