Jason Whicker
Hanover,Indiana
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fabrication Welder
Arvin Sango
01.2010 - Current
- Enhanced productivity by implementing efficient welding techniques and processes.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications. Made all jig and die adjustments to meet quality and customer specifications
Tool and Die Maintenance Technician
Austintrihawk Automotive
04.2019 - 01.2022
- Enhanced equipment performance by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Streamlined processes by implementing efficient workflows and improving technician training programs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of complex projects.
- Optimized system performance through thorough testing, analysis, and adjustments as needed
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
- Conducted root cause analyses for recurring technical issues, resulting in long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Managed inventory levels of spare parts efficiently, reducing delays due to lack of resources during repair jobs.
- Contributed to the development of preventive maintenance schedules, leading to a decrease in unexpected breakdowns.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
- Inspected equipment to identify areas of wear or causes of malfunctions.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements.
- Observed equipment operation to diagnose and troubleshoot reported issues.
- Tested components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
- Completed job reports and logs immediately following service calls.
- Addressed routine equipment maintenance according to established schedule.
- Performed complex mechanical alignments and equipment calibration to meet quality standards.
- Scheduled maintenance and repair tasks in alignment with production deadlines to reduce bottlenecks.
- Tracked and recorded parts and labor costs related to each service call.
- Drafted preventive maintenance schedule to support equipment longevity.
- Suggested specialized fixtures, test equipment and procedures for failure analysis.
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
Machine Shop Supervisor
Madison Precision Products Inc.
2016 - 03.2019
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing processes in the machine shop.
- Improved employee safety by conducting regular training sessions and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Established effective communication channels between management and staff to ensure timely resolution of issues impacting operations or personnel.
- Implemented best practices for tooling selection, maximizing equipment life cycles and reducing replacement costs.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and establishing clear expectations for continuous improvement.
- Consistently met production targets while maintaining high levels of quality and minimizing scrap rates.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations, ensuring that all required certifications and inspections were uptodate.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
- Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Southwestern High School
Hanover, IN09.1995
Skills
- Parts Fabrication
- Precision Measurement
- Defect Repair
- Job Orders
- Production
- Fabrication
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Welding Procedure Specification
- Specification Reading
- Component Inspection
- Flux Core Arc Welding
- Grinders
- Component Assembly
- Equipment Management
- Weld Inspections
- Jig Fabrication
- MIG Welding
- Stick Welding
- Equipment Monitoring
- Department Collaboration
- Forklift Operation
- Carbon Steel Welding
- Welding Inspection
- Crane and Rigging Safety
- Welding Safety Procedures
- Fire Prevention and Protection
- Quality Control and Assurance
- Power Tool Safety
- Fall Protection
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- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Visual Inspection
- Plasma Cutting
- Structural Fabrication
- Hand Tool Safety
- Confined Space Entry
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding
- Oxy-Acetylene Welding
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
- Grinding and Finishing Techniques
- Material Handling
- Vertical Welding
- Parts Assembly
- Power Tool Operation
- Arc Welding
- Surface Grinding
- Structural Welding
- Assembly Planning
- Quality Control
- Equipment Operation
- Brake Press Operation
- Welding
- Process Monitoring
- Straightedge Measurements
- Power Tools Operation
- Overhead cranes
- Hydraulic tools
- CNC tool change
- Trouble shooting
Certification
Certified welder
Timeline
Tool and Die Maintenance Technician
Austintrihawk Automotive
04.2019 - 01.2022
Fabrication Welder
Arvin Sango
01.2010 - Current
Machine Shop Supervisor
Madison Precision Products Inc.
2016 - 03.2019
High School Diploma - General Studies
Southwestern High School