Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Information
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Jay Pharr

Statesville,NC

Summary

Proven Fitter/Welder with a track record of enhancing workplace safety and project efficiency at C.R. Onsrud. Expert in blueprint reading and welding techniques, demonstrating a strong mechanical aptitude and commitment to precision. Achieved significant improvements in project completion times through mastery of hand and power tools, embodying a results-driven approach with a focus on continuous improvement.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fitter/Welder

C.R. Onsrud
05.2022 - Current
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Increased workplace safety by adhering to strict guidelines and protocols during daily operations.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts for welding and bolt-up.
  • Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
  • Ensured accuracy of final product dimensions by diligently verifying measurements against project specifications.
  • Improved overall project completion time through proficient use of hand tools, power tools, and specialized machinery.

Wearhouse Manager

Statesville Distribution Services
08.2021 - 04.2022
  • Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
  • Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.

DFO Picker/ Welder

Kewaunee Scientific Corp De
08.2011 - 08.2021
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Increased workplace safety by adhering to strict guidelines and protocols during daily operations.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts for welding and bolt-up.
  • Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
  • Ensured accuracy of final product dimensions by diligently verifying measurements against project specifications.
  • Improved overall project completion time through proficient use of hand tools, power tools, and specialized machinery.

Education

N/A - Continuing Education- Welding

Mitchell Community College
Statesville, NC

Diploma -

Southview Christian School
Statesville, NC
05.1998

Skills

  • Hand and power tools
  • Cutting and Grinding
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Precision measuring tools
  • Material prepping
  • Hand-tool proficiency
  • Welding Techniques
  • Welding
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Blueprint Reading

Certification

I am also a certified in CPR and AED with the local Fire Department that I have been with for 18+ years. I also a certified forklift operator and Crain operator at C.R. Onsrud.

Additional Information

Was a First Responder at Kewanee Scientific for 5 years and was asked to be a First Responder at C.R. Onsrud not to long after I started. We attended meetings to talk about the incidents to see what the company can do better to prevent them.

Timeline

Fitter/Welder

C.R. Onsrud
05.2022 - Current

Wearhouse Manager

Statesville Distribution Services
08.2021 - 04.2022

DFO Picker/ Welder

Kewaunee Scientific Corp De
08.2011 - 08.2021

N/A - Continuing Education- Welding

Mitchell Community College

Diploma -

Southview Christian School
Jay Pharr