Jimmy Hayes
West Allis
Summary
Results-driven Tradesman with 17 years of manufacturing experience and a degree in Mechanical Design. Expertise in diagnostics, maintenance, and innovative engineering solutions. Proven adaptability to project requirements while delivering high-quality results. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and achieving project goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineer Technician
Milwaukee Tool
06.2024 - Current
- Developed accurate models in NX and SolidWorks for engineering projects.
- Designed innovative fixtures for various tools to enhance productivity.
- Engineered parts and subcomponents for rapid prototyping units.
- Conducted teardown analysis to identify root causes of prototype failures.
- Assisted with developmental testing and documented results for engineering evaluations.
- Managed lab space to ensure a clean and organized work environment.
Welder
Eaton
02.2022 - Current
- Ensured material specifications matched customer requirements for accuracy and quality.
- Utilized oxygen-acetylene torch and plasma cutting for precise material preparation.
- Assembled parts to front plates, verifying part numbers against blueprint specifications.
- Welded front plate, tank bottom, and body, ensuring leakproof seams throughout assembly.
- Ground excess welds to enhance fit and ensure compliance with customer standards.
- Collaborated with coworkers to assemble and maneuver large tank units efficiently.
- Attached shop orders to units, confirming accuracy with signed initials.
Mechanical Designer/Welder/Assembler
Vector Technologies Ltd
10.2018 - 02.2022
- Convert legacy drawings from 2D AutoCAD to 3D SolidWorks
- Design Sheet Metal parts, fenders, tool storage areas
- Design weldments in SolidWorks
- Perform ECN changes in Job Boss
- Design weld fixtures
- Fabricate and build weld fixtures
- Communicate with various departments
- Assembly of D.O.T trailers
Welder/Fitter/Fabricator
Global Power Components
02.2010 - 03.2017
- ISO 09001 trained
- Cross trained in various departments
- GMAW large tanks
- Fit-up weld D.O.T structural trailers
- Fit-up and weld UL leak proof tanks
- GTAW repairs and small leaks on tanks
- Read and interpret blueprints
- Operate overhead crane
- Trainer for new employee
Education
Associate - Mechanical Design Technology
Milwaukee Area Technical College
05.2024
Diploma - Mechanical and Computer Drafting
Milwaukee Area Technical College
05.2023
Skills
- Design Experience (Solidworks,NX) - 2 years
- Assembly Experience – 2 years
- Design Experience (AutoCAD) – 1 year
- Automotive Maintenance – 8 years
- Carpentry – 5 years
- Construction: Cement – 2 years
- Mig Welding -17 years
- Tig Welding - 10 years
- System testing
- Fit-Up (Weld) Experience- 13 years
- Machine operation
Certification
Certificate of completion in NX CAD Foundations from Swoosh Technologies
Certificate of completion in NX CAD Surface Modeling from Swoosh Technologies
Timeline
Engineer Technician
Milwaukee Tool
06.2024 - Current
Welder
Eaton
02.2022 - Current
Mechanical Designer/Welder/Assembler
Vector Technologies Ltd
10.2018 - 02.2022
Welder/Fitter/Fabricator
Global Power Components
02.2010 - 03.2017
Diploma - Mechanical and Computer Drafting
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Associate - Mechanical Design Technology
Milwaukee Area Technical College