Marcus Roach
MANTECA,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented MIG Welder with expertise in blueprint interpretation, quality inspection, and safety compliance. Committed to maintaining high standards and enhancing production efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Tesla
Lathrop, California
08.2023 - Current
- Performed manual MIG welding and executed various repairs daily to meet production requirements.
- Maintained welding equipment for optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance and adherence to standards.
- Adhered to safety guidelines to minimize workplace hazards and risks.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Set up welding machines according to job specifications for efficient operation.
Fabrication Welder
Grating Pacific
Tracy, California
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Operated welding machinery and equipment in a safe manner.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance production efficiency.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with specifications.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to promote safety.
- Assisted in training new welders on equipment and processes.
- Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards during fabrication tasks.
- Operated forklifts to move large components around the shop floor.
- Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.
- Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
- Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for welding operations by grinding, sanding, or polishing as needed.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding progress of tasks assigned throughout the day.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all welding equipment.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviation in cut length specs.
- Identified any defects in the fabrication process and took corrective action when necessary.
- Stacked finished product on pallets according to packaging standard.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks or other transportation vehicles for delivery purposes.
- Maintained clean and organized work environment to ensure safety and productivity.
- Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
MIG Welder
Flory Industries
Salida, California
10.2019 - 05.2022
- Fabricated metal components using MIG welding techniques and equipment.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate welding specifications.
- Set up and operated MIG welding machines according to established safety procedures.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Conducted quality inspections on welded joints to ensure compliance with standards.
- Trained new employees on MIG welding processes and safety protocols.
- Maintained welding equipment and tools for optimal performance and safety.
- Monitored welds for quality assurance purposes.
- Assisted in troubleshooting production issues to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within deadlines.
- Worked collaboratively with other team members to complete complex projects efficiently within deadlines.
- Maintained daily logs of production numbers and weld data as necessary.
- Implemented best practices for safe handling of materials and tools in the workspace.
- Cleaned workpieces prior to welding using wire brushes, grinders or chemical solutions.
- Organized tools, supplies and equipment at the end of each shift.
- Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
- Completed welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Repaired worn or damaged parts by cutting out sections using torches or plasma cutters then re-welding them into place.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Assessed projects to determine the appropriate welding process and equipment needed.
- Readied components for fabrication by marking reference lines and measuring distances accurately with calipers, rulers or micrometers.
- Used correct tools, materials, and attachments for the specific job.
- Maintained a clean workspace throughout the day.
- Troubleshot welding problems as required.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
Education
Elliott Alternative Education Center
Modesto, CASkills
- MIG welding
- Blueprint interpretation
- Blueprint reading
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Steel fabrication
- Fabrication processes
- Quality inspection
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Crane operation
- Material handling
- Team collaboration
- Production efficiency
- Time management
- Employee training
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Iron worker operation
Timeline
Welder
Tesla
08.2023 - Current
Fabrication Welder
Grating Pacific
05.2022 - 08.2023
MIG Welder
Flory Industries
10.2019 - 05.2022
Elliott Alternative Education Center