Joan Manuel Vega
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Highly self motivated, hardworking, reliable, friendly and outgoing individual. Dedicated shop professional familiar with leading teams, operating equipment and managing materials to support shop and field operations. Committed to high performance and safely completing all tasks. Seeking to better improve my skills, increase my practical experience and expand my knowledge in the welding environment.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Superintendent/Welder/Fabricator
Cortez Inc.
Ocoee, FL
11.2011 - Current
- Oversaw daily shop operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and production schedules.
- Managed team performance, mentoring staff to enhance skills and productivity.
- Implemented process improvements, reducing downtime and increasing overall efficiency.
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate smooth project handoffs and ensure on-time delivery.
- Used hand and power tools, equipment, and instruments accurately.
- Purge welding pipe and tubing for the beverage industry.
- Fabrication in platforms, handrails, stairs, etc. by reading Blue Print drawings.
- Forklift, Snorkel Lifts, Scissors Lift and Boom Lift trained.
- Confined Space and Hot Work Trained.
- 10hr OSHA trained in Construction Safety and Health.
- 30hr OSHA trained in General Industry Safety and Health.
- Supervised a 4-6 men crew, in a shop or field environment.
Welder- Fabricator
Kissimmee Iron Works
Kissimmee, FL
10.1998 - 10.2011
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate metal components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise execution of projects.
- Conducted quality control inspections on finished welds for structural integrity.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflows and improve production efficiency.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Knowledge of Plasma Cutting and Oxy-Fuel.
Owner, Welder and Fabricator
Kissimmee Aluminum Works
Kissimmee, FL
04.2008 - 09.2010
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise welds and structural integrity.
- Conducted quality inspections of welds to maintain adherence to industry standards and specifications.
- Fabricated and assembled metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Fabricated, Welded and Installed Aluminum Entry Gates, Aluminum Handrails and Aluminum Decorative Art for customers.
- Managed 3-4 employees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lino Padron Rivera
Vega Baja, Puerto Rico05-1997
Skills
- Operations management
- Production scheduling
- Maintenance supervision
- Workforce planning
- Fabrication skills
- Machine Operations
- Task delegation
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Team leadership
- Project management
- Estimating
- Some Excel Knowledge
- Procurement Ability
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Shop Superintendent/Welder/Fabricator
Cortez Inc.
11.2011 - Current
Owner, Welder and Fabricator
Kissimmee Aluminum Works
04.2008 - 09.2010
Welder- Fabricator
Kissimmee Iron Works
10.1998 - 10.2011
High School Diploma -
Lino Padron Rivera