Joshua Ringer
Owasso,OK
Summary
High-energy employee ready to empower team members to surpass company objectives with effective leadership. Skilled in training employees, building job satisfaction and solving operational problems by tapping into personal experience and collaboration strengths. Successful at keeping customer, business, and staff needs balanced and operations in line with targets. Handles team needs with forward-thinking strategies and strong focus on daily requirements. Well-coordinated planner successful at coordinating schedules and workflows to meet business demands. Superior work ethic combined with resourceful and upbeat nature.
Reliable Shift Leader with 7years in the welding industry. With an emphasis on process burners. Excellent motivational leader successfully communicates duties and tasks. Dedicated to providing highest standard of service and creating warm and welcoming environment for customers.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Lead
John Zink Company
Tulsa, Ok
07.2018 - 07.2025
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on operational procedures and best practices.
- Optimized workflows by identifying process inefficiencies and implementing corrective actions.
- Collaborated with management to develop training programs aligned with company goals.
- Led safety meetings to promote a culture of safety awareness among staff members.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
Welder
John Zink Company
Tulsa,Ok
07.2018 - 07.2025
- Operated advanced welding equipment to fabricate components according to specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate assembly of products.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot welding issues, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Maintained high standards of safety while executing welding tasks in compliance with regulations.
- Trained junior welders on proper techniques and safety protocols, fostering skill development.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production processes and reduce waste.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
Flooring Installer
Self Employed
Tulsa,OK
05.2005 - 08.2017
- Installed various flooring types, ensuring quality craftsmanship and adherence to industry standards.
- Measured and assessed spaces for accurate flooring layouts and material requirements.
- Collaborated with clients to determine design preferences and project specifications.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring operational efficiency and safety compliance.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly, fostering positive client relationships and repeat business.
- Cut and trimmed flooring to fit around obstacles and within tight spaces.
- Installed various types of flooring materials, including hardwood, laminate, tile, and carpet for diverse clientele.
- Demonstrated versatility in handling a variety of projects such as residential homes, office buildings, retail stores – delivering consistent quality across all settings.
Education
Welding Fabrication
Tulsa Technology Center
Tulsa,OK12-2017
High School Diploma -
Owasso High School
Owasso,OK05-2005
Skills
- Employee training
- Team motivation
- Conflict resolution
- Workplace safety
- Staff supervision
- Work delegation
- Rules enforcement
- Performance improvement
- Operations management
- Coaching and mentoring
Timeline
Shift Lead
John Zink Company
07.2018 - 07.2025
Welder
John Zink Company
07.2018 - 07.2025
Flooring Installer
Self Employed
05.2005 - 08.2017
Welding Fabrication
Tulsa Technology Center
High School Diploma -
Owasso High School