Kurt Segalla
Dahlonega,GA
Summary
Resourceful Welding Professional with a strong work ethic and adaptability. Demonstrates effective problem-solving and extreme motivation to learn. Experienced in monitoring product quality and leading teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while improving production efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
TIG weld lead
Satellite Industries
Dahlonega, Georgia
12.2024 - Current
- Monitored product quality to ensure compliance with standards.
- Coordinated with engineers for troubleshooting and revising new product designs.
- Collaborated with the shop workflow coordinator to optimize team efficiency during production.
- Communicated with different departments to ensure quality standards were being met
- Oversaw the training and development of new welders hired
- Worked directly with the supervisor on custom projects
- Ensured the process of operations within the department was as efficient as possible
- Built custom products in conjunction with the engineers
Mig welder
Satellite Industries
Dahlonega, Georgia
06.2022 - 11.2024
- Performed MIG welding on a variety of metals, including steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
- Read and interpreted blueprints for accurate assembly.
- Executed pressure tests on completed welds to verify structural integrity and adherence to quality standards.
- Maintained welding equipment and tools to ensure reliability and precision in welding operations.
- Trained new welders on best practices, enhancing team skill level and safety compliance.
- Maintained visual aesthetic standards for welds completed
- Used general fabrication skills to account for quality differences in parts received
- Used forklifts and cranes to help in the construction of larger projects
- Properly used and maintained robotic welders
CNC Machine Operator
Satellite Industries
Dahlonega, Georgia
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Set up and operated CNC machines to perform repetitive machining operations on a variety of materials according to specifications.
- Operated multiple CNC machines simultaneously while adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Calibrated machine settings based on product requirements and material types used.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, and fine-tuned machine controls during run cycle to maintain production efficiency.
- Set controls to regulate speed, feed and coolant flow.
- Performed regular maintenance on CNC equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Inspected parts for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
- Interpreted technical drawings and blueprints to ensure accurate machining specifications.
Education
GED -
Lumpkin County Highschool
Dahlonega, GA05-2022
Skills
- TIG welding
- MIG welding
- Precision fabrication
- Quality assurance
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
Timeline
TIG weld lead
Satellite Industries
12.2024 - Current
Mig welder
Satellite Industries
06.2022 - 11.2024
CNC Machine Operator
Satellite Industries
03.2022 - 05.2022
GED -
Lumpkin County Highschool