Joshua Cole Brown
Fernandina Beach
Summary
Accomplished welder with extensive experience at Rosenblad Design Group, specializing in MIG and TIG welding. Proven track record in enhancing productivity through innovative solutions and meticulous attention to detail. Recognized for introducing premier welded evaporation plates, demonstrating critical thinking and collaboration skills in high-pressure environments. Committed to maintaining safety and quality standards.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Rosenblad Design Group
Yulee, FL
01.2012 - 01.2026
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to produce high-quality metal components.
- Interpreted technical drawings and blueprints to ensure precise fabrication of designs.
- Performed routine maintenance on welding machines to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues and streamline workflows.
- Assisted in training new staff on equipment usage and safety procedures, fostering skill development.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- First to introduce premier welded evaporation plates to the Pulp and Paper Industry
- The authority for evaporation solutions and support
- Forty- two certifications (GTAW WELDING)
Welder
Flordia Machine Works
Yulee, FL
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Adhered to safety protocols and regulations, minimizing workplace hazards during operations.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced downtime during projects.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Special Projects: NASA- aluminum heating
- Full fabrication and precision capabilities
- Offers reliable solutions for the toughest industrial applications
Welder
Family Safe Shelter
Yulee, FL
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- 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.
- Metal fabrication engineering structures above and underground * meeting FEMA 11CC standards
- Certification FEM AP-361, ICC 500 standard
- Successfully fabricated hurricane shelters out of structural metal tubing and metal plates welding process GMAW, GTAW
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Increased operational lifespan of equipment with regular maintenance and timely repairs.
- Collaborated on design of custom metalwork projects, meeting client specifications with innovative solutions.
- Maintained high standard of quality control, ensuring all welds met or exceeded industry standards.
Education
Tulsa Welding School
Jacksonville Florida 1999
Skills
- MIG welding
- TIG welding
- Stick welding
- Flux core welding
- Welding safety protocols
- Equipment maintenance
- Project collaboration
- Certification compliance (FEMA 11CC)
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Critical thinking
- Steel fabrication
- Structural welding
- Vertical welding
- Pipe welding
- MIG welding professional
- Welding practices: metals, aluminum, 3000 series, stainless steel 304L, bevel, carbon steel
- OSHA Safety
- Advanced Skills: GTAW,SMAW, arc length, travel speed, electrode angle, electrode size clams
Timeline
Welder
Flordia Machine Works
01.2019 - 01.2021
Welder
Rosenblad Design Group
01.2012 - 01.2026
Welder
Family Safe Shelter
01.2007 - 01.2012
Tulsa Welding School