Marcella Neslon
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Dynamic Lead Welder with a proven track record at Acoustical Sheetmetal, excelling in structural welding and team collaboration. Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining workflows, achieving timely completions, and fostering a culture of safety. Committed to quality, consistently delivering high-standard welds while mentoring junior staff for professional growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Welder
Acoustical Sheetmetal
Virginia Beach, VA
02.2025 - Current
- Supervised welding operations to ensure adherence to safety standards and quality specifications.
- Trained and mentored junior welders on advanced techniques and best practices.
- Inspected finished products for compliance with specifications and industry standards.
- Evaluated employee performance, providing feedback aimed at professional growth and skill enhancement.
- Reduced project completion time, utilizing strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members.
- Maintained precise measurements for accurate fabrication by utilizing blueprints and drawings effectively.
- Streamlined workflow processes through the development of optimized routines tailored to specific goals or objectives within each project phase.
- 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.
- Improved overall product quality through thorough inspection of completed welds and addressing any defects promptly.
- Ensured optimal production efficiency with proper planning, coordination, and organization of tasks.
- Increased productivity by effectively using tools and machinery to prepare workpieces for welding.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by adhering to established codes, policies, and guidelines during all projects.
- Contributed to a positive team culture by acting as a reliable resource for colleagues seeking assistance or advice in their own work-related tasks.
- Enhanced safety standards by consistently inspecting equipment and maintaining a clean work area.
- 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.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
Front Desk Agent
Holiday Inn and Suites North Beach
Virginia Beach, VA
02.2022 - Current
- Facilitated guest check-in and check-out processes efficiently.
- Managed reservations using property management systems to optimize occupancy rates.
- Addressed guest inquiries and resolved issues promptly to enhance satisfaction levels.
- Trained and mentored new front desk staff on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
- Maintained accurate records of guest information, payments, and reservations using hotel management software systems.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for daily operations.
- Utilized strong organizational skills to manage daily tasks efficiently while maintaining focus on delivering outstanding guest service experiences.
- Oversaw fast-paced front desk operations and guests' needs at busy facility.
- Maintained clean and organized front desk areas to uphold polished company image.
- Demonstrated adaptability during unexpected challenges such as system outages or emergency situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
Structure Welder
Huntington Ingalls Industries
Newport News, VA
11.2023 - 02.2025
- Fabricated and assembled structural components according to blueprints and specifications.
- Operated welding equipment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Inspected welds for compliance with industry specifications, identifying defects and making necessary adjustments.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and maintain production schedules.
- Enhanced weld quality by utilizing proper welding techniques and adhering to industry standards.
- Maintained detailed records of completed work, including measurements, materials used, and any deviations from original plans for future reference.
- Performed thorough inspections of completed welds, identifying any defects or areas in need of rework for optimal structural integrity.
- Managed time effectively completing jobs within estimated hours resulting in increased profitability for the company.
- Maximized productivity by organizing daily tasks according to priority level while maintaining focus on overall project goals.
- Created strong structural connections using various types of welds including fillet welds, groove welds, tackwelds.
- Increased project efficiency by accurately interpreting blueprints and following specified welding procedures.
- Completed assigned tasks within deadlines, ensuring timely completion of projects without sacrificing quality.
- Kept work area clean and organized.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Tested welding and safety equipment to check performance.
- Maintained full set of personal tools to use on jobs.
- Worked correctly with each material such as steel or aluminum.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Followed blueprints and instructions from supervisors to erect columns, beams and girders.
Education
Combination Welding - Welding
Tidewater Tech Trades
Virginia Beach, VA10.2023
Skills
- Worksite safety
- Team collaboration
- Metal fabrication
- Structural welding
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Tool maintenance
- Safety procedures
- Welding procedure specification
- Joint preparation
- Welding symbols interpretation
- Welding inspection
- Teamwork and communication
- Welding safety
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Power tool operation
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Effective communication
Timeline
Lead Welder
Acoustical Sheetmetal
02.2025 - Current
Structure Welder
Huntington Ingalls Industries
11.2023 - 02.2025
Front Desk Agent
Holiday Inn and Suites North Beach
02.2022 - Current
Combination Welding - Welding
Tidewater Tech Trades