Kenneth C. Kuff, SR.
Bridgeton,NJ
Summary
Accomplished welder with extensive experience at South Woods State Prison, proficient in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding. Recognized for attention to detail and ability to fabricate complex parts from blueprints. Developed innovative welding techniques, enhancing project efficiency and quality while promoting a safe and organized work environment. Reliable team member who consistently meets production goals and adapts to changing project demands. Protocols.
Certified with over 30 years of experience in a face-paced high volumed atmosphere. I am motivated, hardworking, reliable and productive, proven ability to deliver high quality work.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
South Woods State Prison & Southern State CF
02.2017 - Current
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability by implementing metal recycling practices in workshop.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Teaching and guiding inmates how to steel fabricate, measure and prep steel. Teaching them how to weld with various heat ranges depending on thickness of metal.
Senior Repair
Southern State Correction Facility
07.2012 - 02.2017
Repairer
South Woods State Prison
06.2011 - 07.2012
1st Class Mechanic/Welder
Pure Earth
01.2009 - 02.2011
Maintenance Supervisor
Andrews Glass
01.2007 - 10.2008
1st Class Mechanic/Welder
Rain For Rent
03.2006 - 12.2006
1st Class Mechanic/Welder
Lee Rain
06.2004 - 12.2005
1st Class Mechanic/Welder
Meyers Maintenance
06.2003 - 05.2004
1st Class Mechanic/Welder/Class A Truck Driver
Lobiondo Brothers
08.2000 - 02.2003
1st Class Mechanic/Welder
Northland Cranberries
06.1995 - 04.2000
Education
Ceriticate - Electrical, Pumps And Transformers
FMA School of Technology
Rahway, NJ12-1983
High School Diploma -
Bridgeton High School
Bridgeton, NJ06-1977
Skills
- Class A Welding
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Steel fabrication
- Repair and maintenance
- Plasma arc welding
- Structural welding
- Teaching management
- Pump Mechanic
- Wide range of Mechanical work
Timeline
Welder
South Woods State Prison & Southern State CF
02.2017 - Current
Senior Repair
Southern State Correction Facility
07.2012 - 02.2017
Repairer
South Woods State Prison
06.2011 - 07.2012
1st Class Mechanic/Welder
Pure Earth
01.2009 - 02.2011
Maintenance Supervisor
Andrews Glass
01.2007 - 10.2008
1st Class Mechanic/Welder
Rain For Rent
03.2006 - 12.2006
1st Class Mechanic/Welder
Lee Rain
06.2004 - 12.2005
1st Class Mechanic/Welder
Meyers Maintenance
06.2003 - 05.2004
1st Class Mechanic/Welder/Class A Truck Driver
Lobiondo Brothers
08.2000 - 02.2003
1st Class Mechanic/Welder
Northland Cranberries
06.1995 - 04.2000
Ceriticate - Electrical, Pumps And Transformers
FMA School of Technology
High School Diploma -
Bridgeton High School
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