Jerrold Prophet
Orangeburg,SC
Summary
Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and quality control, I spearheaded significant projects at Valtir, integrating cutting-edge technologies and rigorous standards. My expertise in fabrication techniques and problem-solving abilities led to a marked increase in productivity. My leadership also fostered a culture of safety and continuous improvement, underscoring my commitment to excellence in manufacturing operations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Manager
Valtir
Orangeburg, SC
05.2023 - Current
- Coordinated efforts between engineering, sales, purchasing, and production teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Championed the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, enhancing overall operational efficiency within the department.
- Spearheaded the successful completion of complex fabrication projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout all stages of development.
- Improved overall product quality by establishing rigorous quality control procedures and standards.
- Reduced production downtime by developing and implementing preventative maintenance schedules for equipment.
- Increased employee productivity through effective performance management and targeted training programs.
- Implemented innovative process improvements that consistently resulted in increased throughput without sacrificing quality standards.
- Cultivated a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety policies and conducting regular safety audits.
- Streamlined workflow processes through detailed planning strategies that ensured efficient utilization of available resources while maintaining high-quality output levels.
Welding Supervisor
Chutes International
Waldorf, MD
06.2012 - 05.2023
- Supervised welding projects for timely completion, ensuring adherence to blueprints and specifications.
- Enhanced welding quality by implementing and enforcing strict safety and procedural guidelines.
- Ensured consistent weld quality through frequent visual inspections and non-destructive testing methods.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing industry expertise to improve their skill sets and productivity levels.
- Increased production efficiency, closely monitoring welder performance and providing timely feedback.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by optimizing material usage and minimizing welding defects.
- Reduced workplace accidents by conducting regular safety training sessions and equipment inspections.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all welding activities, ensuring proper recordkeeping for future reference.
- Managed inventory of consumables and materials to prevent delays in project timelines due to shortages.
- Conducted pre-production meetings to discuss upcoming projects'' requirements, ensuring all team members were prepared before starting work assignments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution and high-quality results.
Forklift Operator
Monteferro
Orangeburg, SC
05.2008 - 12.2008
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
Certified Mig Welder
Lennox International
Blackville, SC
11.2005 - 02.2006
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning and grinding materials before welding.
- Operated MIG welding equipment to join metal parts in various projects.
- Inspected welds for quality and made adjustments as needed.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding machines to ensure proper function.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to understand welding specifications.
- Measured parts to check compliance with design documents.
- Worked closely with quality control personnel to address any identified issues promptly, supporting a continuous improvement mindset within the organization.
- Consistently met or surpassed performance goals by effectively prioritizing tasks, managing time efficiently, and demonstrating strong work ethic in all aspects of the MIG Welder position.
- Ensured workplace safety by following established guidelines and wearing appropriate protective gear.
- Assisted in training new employees on MIG welding techniques, resulting in increased productivity levels for the team.
- Upheld company standards for excellence in craftsmanship through consistent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality workmanship on each task performed using MIG welding techniques.
- Provided input on process improvements, contributing to enhanced workflow efficiency within the department.
Maintenance/Certified Mig Welder
Bruner's Welding and Fabrication
Neeses, SC
02.2000 - 10.2005
- Read and interpreted blueprints to understand welding specifications.
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning and grinding materials before welding.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding machines to ensure proper function.
- Operated MIG welding equipment to join metal parts in various projects.
- Inspected welds for quality and made adjustments as needed.
- Measured parts to check compliance with design documents.
- Worked closely with quality control personnel to address any identified issues promptly, supporting a continuous improvement mindset within the organization.
- Consistently met or surpassed performance goals by effectively prioritizing tasks, managing time efficiently, and demonstrating strong work ethic in all aspects of the MIG Welder position.
- Increased production efficiency by maintaining welding equipment and ensuring proper calibration.
- Ensured workplace safety by following established guidelines and wearing appropriate protective gear.
- Assisted in training new employees on MIG welding techniques, resulting in increased productivity levels for the team.
- Upheld company standards for excellence in craftsmanship through consistent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality workmanship on each task performed using MIG welding techniques.
- Reduced project completion time by consistently meeting or exceeding daily welding quotas.
Welder/Sandblaster
Jacobs Applied Engineering
Orangeburg, SC
06.1994 - 10.1999
- 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.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Welding And Machine Tool
Denmark Technical College
Denmark, SC01-1994
High School Diploma -
Hunter Kinard Tyler High School
Norway, SC06-1993
Diploma - Welding And Metal Fabrication
Cope Vocational Center
Cope, SC01-1990
Skills
- Computer skills
- Machine operation
- Operational efficiency
- Fabrication techniques
- Manufacturing operations
- Problem-solving abilities
- Work order management
- Time management
- Welding techniques
- Inventory and stocking
- Production planning
- Quality control management
Timeline
Fabrication Manager
Valtir
05.2023 - Current
Welding Supervisor
Chutes International
06.2012 - 05.2023
Forklift Operator
Monteferro
05.2008 - 12.2008
Certified Mig Welder
Lennox International
11.2005 - 02.2006
Maintenance/Certified Mig Welder
Bruner's Welding and Fabrication
02.2000 - 10.2005
Welder/Sandblaster
Jacobs Applied Engineering
06.1994 - 10.1999
Certificate of Technical Studies - Welding And Machine Tool
Denmark Technical College
High School Diploma -
Hunter Kinard Tyler High School
Diploma - Welding And Metal Fabrication
Cope Vocational Center
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