Joshua Westfall
Galatia,IL
Summary
Adept at MIG welding and machinery operation, I enhanced project efficiency and safety at Xylem Dewatering. My adaptability and commitment to quality led to surpassing production targets by consistently delivering high-quality products, thereby increasing customer satisfaction. Skilled in warehouse management, I also significantly improved inventory accuracy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Welder
Xylem Dewatering
10.2021 - Current
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and increase overall project efficiency.
- Documented welding on specified work order.
- Increased customer satisfaction with timely delivery of high-quality products that met or exceeded expectations.
- Consistently met or surpassed production targets while maintaining an unwavering commitment to safety and quality standards.
- Custom-built specialized welding fixtures to improve project efficiency and accuracy.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
Fabricator/field Hand
Buchanan Pump Svc
08.2018 - 10.2021
- Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
- Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
- Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
Warehouse Clerk
Mach Mining
03.2008 - 08.2018
- Kept warehouse up to safety and health regulations at all times.
- Utilized forklift and other warehouse equipment to safely load and unload pallets and containers.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing best practices and knowledge of warehouse operations.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries about product availability and shipment status promptly.
- Improved inventory accuracy with consistent cycle counting and data entry into the warehouse management system.
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse to keep everything running smoothly.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Maintained a clean work environment through routine organization of shelves and removal of waste materials, promoting overall warehouse efficiency.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carrier Mills Unit 2
Carrier Mills, IL08-1999
Skills
- Skilled in MIG Welding
- Machinery operation
- Adaptability to changing conditions
- Warehouse safety
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
Xylem Dewatering
10.2021 - Current
Fabricator/field Hand
Buchanan Pump Svc
08.2018 - 10.2021
Warehouse Clerk
Mach Mining
03.2008 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Carrier Mills Unit 2
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