Jesus Lopez
Winton,CA
Summary
Reliable Welder accomplished with different metalworking techniques, types of projects and environmental conditions. Work independently to accomplish project goals and consistently completes assignments on-time. Work well others in both a shop or outside environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder/Fabricator
Houston Manufacturing & Installation
Ceres, CA
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
- Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
- Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, and pressured vessels.
- Layed out tubing and pipe for sanitary process piping.
- Fit, tacked, and welded sanitary pipe and tubing .
Lead Welder
ProFarms
Merces, CA
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Updated records pertaining to job progress, materials used and labor costs associated with each job completed.
- Communicated with vendors regarding material orders or special requests for custom jobs.
- Developed quality control measures for inspecting finished products prior to shipment.
- Performed welding operations on metals such as aluminum, stainless steel and carbon steel using TIG, MIG and flux core arc welding techniques.
- Developed welding plans and procedures for production processes.
- Trained new employees in the use of welding equipment and techniques according to company policies.
- Supervised other welders in the shop to ensure quality standards were met.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
- Utilized various tools such as grinders, saws, drills and measuring devices during fabrication process.
- Established work schedules for team members based on priority of tasks.
- Analyzed blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine job requirements.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Shop Foreman
Teixeria&sons
Los Banos, CA
04.2019 - 05.2021
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss progress towards completion of projects.
- Recommended opportunities for growth and advancement to motivate employees.
- Implemented workplace safety protocols to minimize accidents and incidents.
- Monitored employee performance and provided feedback to improve productivity.
- Developed pricing schedules, costing for materials, and compliance statements.
- Monitored work areas to prevent or correct unsafe conditions or violations of safety procedures.
- Directed and coordinated production activities, encouraging employees to meet specifications.
- Ordered equipment parts and repair services during equipment breakdown to avoid further delays.
- Worked closely with management team to develop long-term strategies for shop operations.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Trained new employees on shop processes and procedures as well as operation of machines and equipment.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all machines used in the shop.
- Maintained a safe working environment by ensuring all tools, equipment, and machinery were in proper working order.
Education
Associate of Arts - Welding Engineering
Merced College
Merced, CA07-2022
High School Diploma -
Buhach Colony High School
Atwater, CA08-2021
Skills
- Torch Cutting
- Welding
- Equipment Operation
- Fabrication
- Structural Welding
- Stick Welding
- Blueprint Reading
- Precision Measuring
- Project Management
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Vertical Welding
- Pipe Welding
- Fire Prevention
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Supply Management
- Parts Fabrication
- Welding Safety
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- AWS Certified
- Sheet Metal Fabrication
- Flux Core (FCAW) Welding
- Brake Press Operation
Certifications
- AWS D1.1 SMAW
- AWS D1.1 GMAW
- AWS D1.1 GTAW
- AWS D1.1 FCAW
Timeline
Welder/Fabricator
Houston Manufacturing & Installation
05.2023 - 01.2024
Lead Welder
ProFarms
04.2021 - 12.2022
Shop Foreman
Teixeria&sons
04.2019 - 05.2021
Associate of Arts - Welding Engineering
Merced College
High School Diploma -
Buhach Colony High School