Jefferson Huertas
Welder
Glen Oaks,NY
Summary
Experience driven welder and quality inspector with more the fifteen years in the welding field. Well-versed in standard procedures, policies and regulations with attention to detail. Flexible with focus and commitment to safety. Dependable, safety-oriented and diligent about accomplishing deadlines by applying excellent welding and fitting abilities. Highly experienced in all welding processes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Welder and Layout
United Ironworkers Inc.
Eastchester, New York
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Developed welding processes to improve coherence, accuracy and precision of welds.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
- 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.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Proactively addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions before they escalated into serious problems.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- 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.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- 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.
- Suggested improvements to soldering process to increase efficiency.
Welder and Layout
Baron Steel Fabricators
02.2018 - 06.2023
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Maintenance, repair and construction of metal material with welding processes; FCAW,SMAW,GMAW,GTAW.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Quality Inspector
Lincoln Electric
02.2016 - 01.2018
- Control of process review of finished product.
- Verification of compliance with quality standards established by AWS, ASME,API welding codes.
- Identified defects during cyclical checks.
- Identified and helped resolve non-conforming product issues.
- Inspected welded products with accuracy, reporting problems or defects quickly.
- Discarded and rejected products, materials and equipment not conforming with specifications.
- Conducted root cause analyses on defective products, leading to improved manufacturing processes and reduced waste.
- Utilized gauges, tools and equipment to complete in-depth assessments.
- Led efforts to achieve ISO certification for the company, demonstrating commitment to continuous improvement in quality management systems.
- Developed checklists to coordinate inspections with departmental managers.
- Performed preliminary, in progress, hidden damage and final product inspections.
- Presented clear, organized data in graphs, charts, tables and written reports.
Education
Technologist Welding Quality Inspector -
Sena
Colombia 05.2001 -
Metallurgy Technician -
Sena
Colombia 05.2001 -
Industrial Processing -
La Salle (University)
Colombia 05.2001 -
Skills
Welding
Stick Welding
Structural welding
Pipe welding
Fabrication
Torch cutting
Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Equipment Operation
Flat Welding
Blueprint Reading
Vertical Welding
Pipe fitting
Materials Selection
MIG welding professional
Shaping and cutting
Cutting techniques
Surface Preparation
Welding procedure specification
Gas Metal Arc Welding
Steel Fabrication
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Scaffolding Safety
Welding Position Proficiency
Tool repair and maintenance
Welding Symbols
Oxy-Acetylene Welding
Horizontal Welding
Personal Protective Equipment
Flux-Cored Arc Welding
Joint Preparation
Distortion Control
Precision measuring
Metallurgy Knowledge
Non-Destructive Testing
Rigging Techniques
Precision measuring tools
Heat treatment
Plasma Arc Welding
Specification Interpretation
Welding Techniques
Problem-Solving
Adaptability and Flexibility
Teamwork and Collaboration
Multitasking Abilities
Decision-Making
Power Tool Operation
MIG welding
Arc welding
Time Management
Adaptability
Active Listening
Problem-solving aptitude
Power Tools Operation
Team Collaboration
Analytical Skills
Languages
English
Limited Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Industrial Mathematics
Timeline
Welder and Layout
United Ironworkers Inc.
06.2023 - 07.2024
Welder and Layout
Baron Steel Fabricators
02.2018 - 06.2023
Quality Inspector
Lincoln Electric
02.2016 - 01.2018
Industrial Mathematics
06-2015
Industrial Metrology
05-2008
Technologist Welding Quality Inspector -
Sena
05.2001 -
Metallurgy Technician -
Sena
05.2001 -
Industrial Processing -
La Salle (University)
05.2001 -