John Vaughn
McKinney,Tx
Summary
Experienced Welder with background in deadline management, material handling, waste regulation and skill development. Trained across multiple types of welding, metallurgy and structural design. As well as being a punctual and honest lead with solid background in stressful environments. Prioritizes team achievement over individual success while striving for improvement. Routinely trained coached and developed new skills both personally and collectively.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Dynacraft
04.2022 - Current
- Consistently demonstrate skill with tested and quality controlled aluminum pressure vessels. Producing 30-40 units daily, each requiring 2-5 feet of weld.
- Proficiency in full penetration aluminum GTAW and GMAW processes.
- Integral in onboarding of new hires, through training on specific automatic and manual welding processes.
- Help develop skills of other welders to facilitate their career advancement.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Routinely maintenance and troubleshoot various automatic machines.
Front End Department Lead
Kroger
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Supervised existing employees and recruited, interviewed and hired new ones.
- Kept employee workloads fair and balanced to achieve objectives while maintaining high job satisfaction.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Analyzed and interpreted store trends to facilitate planning.
Floor Supervisor
Kroger
12.2019 - 08.2021
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues and difficult customers.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Opened or closed store 5 days per week by counting registers, making deposits and storing and filing all daily paperwork.
- Optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands.
Cashier
Kroger
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Mentored new team members on POS system operation, customer service strategies and sales goals.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Welding
Collin County Community College District
Plano, TX01.2023
Skills
- Versatility
- Commitment and Dedication
- Punctuality
- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
- Relationship building and management
- Operations
- Team Training
- Multitasking strength
Timeline
Welder
Dynacraft
04.2022 - Current
Front End Department Lead
Kroger
08.2021 - 04.2022
Floor Supervisor
Kroger
12.2019 - 08.2021
Cashier
Kroger
06.2019 - 12.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Welding
Collin County Community College District
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