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Luis Santos

Summary

Experienced professional welder with over 20 years of experience seeking a position in the field. Skilled in manufacturing and assembly line processes, quality control assurance, and tax preparation. Proven ability to supervise, mentor, train, advise, and lead team members. Thrives in deadline-sensitive environments and excels at multitasking. Bilingual in English and Spanish with proficiency in Word and Excel. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Trained in ergonomics and experienced in improving process lines, warehouses, storages, and machinery areas. Proficient in fabricating prototypes of machines, tools, tables, carts, fixtures, and other equipment. Implemented ergonomic functionalities to enhance safety, reduce time, eliminate waste, and cut costs. Conducted risk mitigations and time studies to ensure accident avoidance and cost-effective production opportunities. Trained by a Japanese expert from Toyota Motor Company in their lean thinking process system. Collaborated with team members in brainstorming sessions and made presentations to supervisors, managers, engineers, and company employees. Worked closely with engineers and management to implement ergonomics and safety procedures throughout the process system. Trained others in various welding techniques using different types of metals in all positions. Participated in audits conducted by US Government inspectors to ensure compliance with regulations and procedures. Traveled nationally and internationally for specific job duties on nuclear supercarriers and submarines during tenure at the DoD.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Tax preparer-office manager

AC Tax service and KNL Tax Service
01.2021 - Current
  • Conducted face to face tax interviews with clients to advise, guide, and explain the new tax rules and regulations set by the us legislation
  • To ensure correct tax forms completion and to make any changes if needed
  • Completed accurate tax-related forms and provided printed copies of returns for clients to review
  • Answered clients calls and questions and resolved issues or referred situations to a local IRS office for resolution if needed.
  • Maintained high levels of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive client information, fostering trust and loyalty among clients.
  • Analyzed financial records to verify accuracy of tax returns.
  • Provided exceptional customer service during peak tax season by remaining calm under pressure and addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing accurate and timely tax preparation services.
  • Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state, and federal levels.
  • Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
  • Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
  • Handled complex cases involving small business owners, self-employed individuals, and those with investments or rental properties, showcasing versatility in expertise within the field of taxation.

Welder and Logistics

DOD-Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
01.2011 - 12.2021
  • Truck driver, delivering parts for submarines and carriers from base-to-base warehouses.
  • Logistics, ordered material, parts for various projects, while maintained their warehouse full with everything they needed for job completion.
  • Welding, after completed training and passed all necessary tests required by DoD added to my previous experience of two-year associate degree in welding and eleven years' experience at previous Company Genie industry.
  • Proficient in selecting the right equipment, process, gases, wires technical documents procedures for each job assigned.
  • Knowledgeable on critical procedures with maximum accuracy avoided critiques and accidents
  • As a lead mechanic, I took the role and responsibility of performing workmanship inspections for myself and others
  • Coordinated projects with supervisors and engineers to achieve project goals and deadlines.
  • Updated qualification quarterly and annually by NAVSEA standards and regulations.
  • Welded on nuclear supercarriers and submarines hull's structure.
  • Participated in projects in dismantling decommissioned submarines
  • Worked on nuclear reactors as part of the dismantling recycling process
  • 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.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
  • Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
  • Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.

Lead Welder

Genie Industries
01.1999 - 12.2008

Delivered parts and material to all the plant areas and station for daily production.

  • Using forklift and tugs to move carts with parts to keep production on timely manner.
  • Moved completed product out of the plant production line to the parking lot after performing a quality assurance inspection

Machine operator to produce parts for daily production using Saws, drills, Bridgeport, and many other machines.

  • Welder: After completing extensive training and passing all necessary tests required to become a welder.
  • Learned to weld all parts and components of each unit added eleven years of experience in welding, line production and warehouse work related.
  • As group leader: Manage up to twenty team members
  • Coordinated work job assignments, time rotation, purchase materials needed for daily production, coordinated parts and material deliveries needed for daily production.
  • Coordinated issues with engineers and management to resolve them and kept production lines moving.
  • Provided guidance and support for junior welders, fostering professional growth within the team.
  • Consistently met deadlines by efficiently managing workload and prioritizing tasks according to project requirements.
  • Streamlined workflow processes through the development of optimized routines tailored to specific goals or objectives within each project phase.
  • Promoted continuous improvement initiatives within the workplace environment by regularly reviewing and updating procedures to ensure their ongoing effectiveness.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures through the effective use of resources while maintaining high-quality results.
  • Demonstrated strong commitment to professional development through ongoing self-directed learning and participation in industry conferences, seminars, or workshops.
  • Achieved high-quality welds by following appropriate welding techniques and procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations by adhering to established codes, policies, and guidelines during all projects.
  • Enhanced safety standards by consistently inspecting equipment and maintaining a clean work area.

Group leader, QA

Trident Seafood's
01.1997 - 12.1999
  • Group leader, supervised up to forty team members.
  • Quality control, selected and inspected products to meet customer demands according to their specifications.
  • Worked together with an EPA agent engineer to establish a lab for company processing materials and product testing.
  • Monitored group performance on a regular basis, analyzing data and trends to identify areas for improvement.
  • Performed regular maintenance on lab equipment to upkeep in a good working condition.
  • Led by example, demonstrating commitment to the company''s mission and consistently delivering high-quality work.
  • Delegated tasks strategically and monitored progress for timely completion.
  • Monitored team performance to identify productivity improvement opportunities.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Mentored team members to enhance their skillsets, resulting in higher-quality work and improved job satisfaction.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.

Education

Associate Degree - Welding technologies

Olympic College
Bremerton, WA
06.2011

Associate Degree - Computerized Accounting

CET Technical College
San Francisco, CA
06.1996

Skills

  • Organization skills
  • Document preparation
  • Income tax preparation
  • Local, state, and federal tax returns
  • Bookkeeping
  • Welding
  • Fabrication
  • Blueprint reading
  • Stick welding
  • Torch cutting
  • Layout and fitting
  • Flux-cored arc welding
  • Pipe welding
  • Vertical welding
  • Structural welding
  • Arc welding
  • Flat welding
  • Gas metal arc welding
  • Equipment operation
  • Horizontal welding
  • MIG welding professional
  • Cutting techniques
  • Gas tungsten arc welding
  • Shielded metal arc welding
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Precision measuring tools
  • Wire feed machines
  • Sheet metal fabrication
  • Welding procedure specification
  • Welding position proficiency
  • Welding symbols
  • Surface preparation
  • Oxy-acetylene welding
  • Hazardous material handling
  • Material selection
  • Project management
  • Worksite safety

Timeline

Tax preparer-office manager

AC Tax service and KNL Tax Service
01.2021 - Current

Welder and Logistics

DOD-Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
01.2011 - 12.2021

Lead Welder

Genie Industries
01.1999 - 12.2008

Group leader, QA

Trident Seafood's
01.1997 - 12.1999

Associate Degree - Computerized Accounting

CET Technical College

Associate Degree - Welding technologies

Olympic College
Luis Santos