Justin Lowery
Greenville,SC
Summary
Skilled & Passionate Welder with 5+ years of experience in a production and fabrication environment. Positive reputation for quality work, timely production, and fabrication. Excellent ability to communicate with clients and make their visions come to life. Knowledgeable in all aspects of metal work including Oxy/Acetalene cutting, Plasma/Arc cutting, Measurement proficiency, and Fabrication design. Design and follow cohesive blueprints and ensure that all welds meet quality guidelines. Specializing in MIG welding & SMAW welding.
Results-driven Shop Lead known for highly productive and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in inventory management, team leadership, and quality control that ensure operational excellence. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and time management, utilizing these soft skills to lead teams effectively and meet organizational goals.
Dependable Production Worker proficient in assembly line work. Effective at keeping areas clean and neat to avoid delays. Bringing many years of related experience, including measuring and cutting materials, operating equipment, and following work instructions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Weld Shop Lead
Engineered Products
Greenville, SC
08.2021 - Current
- Assemble metal onto forms (jig).
- Weld according to blueprints to produce part.
- Inspect welds for defects.
- Produce parts to meet production quota
- Supervised daily operations and workflow within the production team.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated supply restocking efforts.
- Ensured compliance with quality standards and safety regulations.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline processes.
- Resolved operational issues to maintain efficient workflow.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery and tools for maintenance needs.
- Trained and mentored employees in procedures and performance improvement strategies.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance productivity and efficiency.
- Managed shop jobs to complete work orders on time and keep tasks prioritized.
- Conducted performance reviews and documented employee progress.
- Delegated tasks among staff members according to their individual strengths.
Structural Welder/ Fabricator
Long Trailer Services
Greenville
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Managed the diagnosis and repair of structure and structural component.
- Fabricated and Engineered solutions to maximize structural integrity.
- Design customization parts and conversion parts for clients
Production Welder/ Fabricator
Basin Material Handling
Easley
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Build and Weld automotive parts logistic racks
- Ensured weld penetration and company quality standard
- Maintain production numbers and equipment maintenance
- Participate in weld rework for Engineers to create blueprints
Production Welder
Vermeer Manufacturing
Greenville
08.2016 - 02.2018
- Read blueprints and build to spec
- Weld together CNC machined plates together to make parts
- Take all parts and weld together to form the blueprinted product
- Inspect product for inconsistencies and imperfections
Education
Diploma -
Wil Lou Gray Military Academy
Columbia12.2006
Skills
- Adaptability
- Decision Making
- Fast Learner
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Communication Skills
- Creativity
- Ability to Multitask
- Effective Time Management
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Hard Working
- Mathematical Skills
- Mechanics
- Welding techniques
- Blueprint interpretation
- Quality control
- Parts ordering
- Production planning
- Inventory management
- Process improvement
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Problem solving
- Operational efficiency
- Effective communication
- Recruitment and hiring
Hobbies and Interests
- Playing a round of Golf
- Playing a game of Pool at billiards
- Customizing & Repairing cars
- Restoring Antiques
- DIY Projects
- Lake fishing
- Seasonal hunting
- Competing in Enduro and Hare Scrambles on Dirt-Bikes
- Long Hikes
- Most of all Fabricating and Inventing new ideas
References
- Andrew Payne, Superior, (706) 371-9432
- Austin Huffman, Bradley Steel Works, (864) 312-9885
- Harry Osteen, Long Trailer Service, (864) 787-7956
- Nicklaes Melanson, Unfi, (864) 477-0029
- Barry Wyatt, Bosch Rexroth, (864) 525-1967
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Date of Birth: 01/01/88
Timeline
Weld Shop Lead
Engineered Products
08.2021 - Current
Structural Welder/ Fabricator
Long Trailer Services
10.2020 - 07.2021
Production Welder/ Fabricator
Basin Material Handling
05.2020 - 08.2020
Production Welder
Vermeer Manufacturing
08.2016 - 02.2018
Diploma -
Wil Lou Gray Military Academy