Luis Rangel
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced Fabricator in creating high-quality precision parts for range of industrial sectors. Organized in set-up, operation and maintenance of diverse fabrication equipment. Highly motivated and able to work independently or as part of team. Diligent Fabricator with welding background and proven maintenance and repair expertise. Demonstrated high-level heavy equipment operation and safety process knowledge in large-scale manufacturing environment. Excellent technical, operations and communications skills leading to desired outcomes. Detail-oriented Job Title with experience in manufacturing setting. Demonstrated expertise in creating components to precise specifications and working with various tools and machinery. Proven record of creating components to meet customer specifications. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Structure Fabricator
DANA Industrial Group
10.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects accurately and quickly
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements
- Adjusted machine settings and tooling to get accurate cuts and shapes for each job
- 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
- Inspected equipment and materials to verify safety and quality standards
- Performed quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths, and painted finish discrepancies
- Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works
- Assembled and welded components to create metal structures
- Aligned and verified positioning using measuring instruments to determine reference points and compute layout dimensions
- Managed project timeline and resources to complete work on time and within budget
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues
- Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools
- Collaborated with team members to promptly complete tasks and maintain consistent workflows
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks
- Gathered required parts for product assembly and ordered new materials to prevent shortages.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
Structure Fabricator
Diamondback Works
Baytown, TX
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects accurately and quickly
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements
- Adjusted machine settings and tooling to get accurate cuts and shapes for each job
- 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
- Inspected equipment and materials to verify safety and quality standards
- Performed quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths, and painted finish discrepancies
- Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works
- Assembled and welded components to create metal structures
- Aligned and verified positioning using measuring instruments to determine reference points and compute layout dimensions
- Managed project timeline and resources to complete work on time and within budget
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues
- Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools
- Collaborated with team members to promptly complete tasks and maintain consistent workflows
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks
Structure Foreman
Able Industrial
Houston, TX
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards
- Scheduled job assignments for staff to monitor progress and performance
- Conducted monthly meetings with employees to discuss safety issues, status and development
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace
- Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting
- Examined architectural drawings and building blueprints to determine reinforcement requirements
- Determined size, shape, placement, and material of supports based on blueprints and structural standards
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures
Ironworker Foreman
S&B Contractors And Engineers
Houston, TX
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling
- Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting
- Examined architectural drawings and building blueprints to determine reinforcement requirements
- Maneuvered and positioned support structures before and after pouring concrete, often manipulating iron by cutting, welding, or bending
- Determined size, shape, placement, and material of supports based on blueprints and structural standards
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures
Ironworker Foreman
S&B Contractors And Engineers
Houston, TX
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling
- Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting
- Examined architectural drawings and building blueprints to determine reinforcement requirements
- Maneuvered and positioned support structures before and after pouring concrete, often manipulating iron by cutting, welding, or bending
Structure Fabricator
KOIL
Houston , TX
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Fabrication and assembly
- Worked closely with other tradesmen such as pipefitters and electricians during fabrication process.
- fabricating machinery according to company regulations.
- Utilized plasma cutter when necessary to cut through thick pieces of metal quickly.
- Lay out parts from drawings or templates using measuring instruments such as calipers, protractors and rulers.
- Removed and replaced existing grating and structural steel with appropriate materials.
- Aligned and connected structural components to create safe, long-lasting results.
- Weld components in flat, vertical or overhead positions utilizing flux core arc welding process.
- Worked on structural supports using techniques such as MIG and TIG welding.
Structure Foreman
CB&I Cameron LNG
, TX
09.2016 - 10.2017
- General Foreman
- RFMs crews
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Read and interpret blueprints to determine job specifications.
- Read blueprints to determine layout of welds.
- Implemented cost control measures where possible without compromising quality or safety standards.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Received structural steel and moved it to modular locations.
- Assessed blueprints and specifications to determine aspects of project before work started.
Structure Foreman
Foster Wheeler
Houston
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Monitored compliance with local building codes and regulations.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Implemented cost control measures where possible without compromising quality or safety standards.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Received structural steel and moved it to modular locations.
- Assessed blueprints and specifications to determine aspects of project before work started.
- Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting activities throughout the duration of each project.
- Conducted weekly safety meetings with crew members to review safety protocols and discuss any potential hazards or risks associated with the project.
Structure Fabricator
KOIL
Houston, TX
10.2012 - 08.2015
- Structure fabricator
- Structure welder
- Assembled components into subassemblies or complete units prior to installation.
- Set up and operated welding equipment to complete welding projects on-time.
- Lay out parts from drawings or templates using measuring instruments such as calipers, protractors and rulers.
- Weld components in flat, vertical or overhead positions utilizing flux core arc welding process.
- Worked on structural supports using techniques such as MIG and TIG welding.
- Read and interpret blueprints to determine job specifications.
- Read blueprints to determine layout of welds.
- Built stairs according to blueprints and specifications.
- Installed assemblies in supportive frameworks according to blueprints.
Structure Foreman
Jacobs Engineering
Houston, Texas
07.2007 - 09.2012
- Implemented cost control measures where possible without compromising quality or safety standards.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Received structural steel and moved it to modular locations.
- Assessed blueprints and specifications to determine aspects of project before work started.
- Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
- Conducted weekly safety meetings with crew members to review safety protocols and discuss any potential hazards or risks associated with the project.
- Ensured the safety of personnel by adhering to OSHA regulations, inspecting tools, equipment, and work sites for hazards.
- Cut material with shears, hand torches, plasma cutters, or power saws.
- Installed structural steel frames and columns for high-rise buildings.
- Aligned structural steel members using levels or lasers.
- Studied and understood blueprints and specifications before beginning work on projects.
Education
Furr High School
Houston, TXSkills
- Structure Fabricator
- Detail specialist
- Erecting steel
- Welding and Fabrication
- Welding Equipment
- Repair Work
- Material Prepping
- Hand and Power Tools
- Blueprints and Specifications
- Safety Procedures
- Heavy Lifting
- Specification Reading
- Fabrication
- Welding
- Pneumatic Tools
- Blueprint Reading
- Problem-Solving
- Measurement and Calibration
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Language Fluency
- Fusing, Cutting, and Measuring Tools Experience
Certification
- 6154661 NCCER verified industrial Iron Worker
- From9/02/19 To3/13/2020 Structure Supervisor
Timeline
Structure Fabricator
DANA Industrial Group
10.2023 - Current
Structure Fabricator
Diamondback Works
10.2023 - 11.2023
Structure Foreman
Able Industrial
02.2023 - 10.2023
Ironworker Foreman
S&B Contractors And Engineers
02.2023 - 03.2023
Ironworker Foreman
S&B Contractors And Engineers
08.2019 - 03.2020
Structure Fabricator
KOIL
10.2017 - 07.2019
Structure Foreman
CB&I Cameron LNG
09.2016 - 10.2017
Structure Foreman
Foster Wheeler
07.2015 - 08.2016
Structure Fabricator
KOIL
10.2012 - 08.2015
Structure Foreman
Jacobs Engineering
07.2007 - 09.2012
- 6154661 NCCER verified industrial Iron Worker
- From9/02/19 To3/13/2020 Structure Supervisor
Furr High School
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