Joshua Bigelow
Lyons,IN
Summary
Proven expertise in welding and fabrication demonstrated at Kinninger Production Welding, with a strong ability to select appropriate materials and ensure surface preparation. Skilled in equipment operation and delivery scheduling, showcasing a commitment to efficiency and safety. Achieved significant milestones in assembly and transportation, enhancing production efficiency and customer satisfaction through proactive problem-solving and effective communication. Driven Welder with experience in Mig welding. Well-versed in standard procedures, policies and regulations with attention to detail. Flexible with focus and commitment to safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Kinninger Production Welding
08.2022 - 09.2024
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Worked with robotic welders to help program components, weld settings, and manually ran them
Shuttle Driver
Proctor & Gamble
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
Delivery Driver
Anheuser-Busch Sales of Lima
04.2018 - 09.2020
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Identified mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and reported serious concerns to management.
- Kept detailed records of deliveries and money received from customers.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Promoted customer satisfaction by addressing or escalating concerns for quick resolution.
Assembly Line Production Worker
SETEX
03.2014 - 04.2018
- Boxed, labeled, and transported items to support assembly operations.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
- Followed protocols to enhance protection and maintain safe work environment.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to improve production efficiency.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
Pallet Builder
Lima Pallet Company
07.2013 - 03.2014
- Utilized air hammers, drills and power tools to build pallets and crates.
- Prepared finished orders by pulling, packing, wrapping and securing products.
- Positioned battens, cardboard strips and metal strapping around bundles following written instructions.
- Readjusted and realigned guides of sanding, cutting and boring machines to correct defects in finished products.
Education
High School Diploma -
Forsan ISD
Forsan, TX06.2013
Skills
- Surface Preparation
- Materials Selection
- Welding
- Stick Welding
- Fabrication
- Equipment Operation
- First Aid Training
- Crane Operation
- Commercial driving
- Delivery Scheduling
Timeline
Welder
Kinninger Production Welding
08.2022 - 09.2024
Shuttle Driver
Proctor & Gamble
08.2020 - 08.2022
Delivery Driver
Anheuser-Busch Sales of Lima
04.2018 - 09.2020
Assembly Line Production Worker
SETEX
03.2014 - 04.2018
Pallet Builder
Lima Pallet Company
07.2013 - 03.2014
High School Diploma -
Forsan ISD
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