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Mario Cabrera Vargas

Ruskin,FL

Summary

Knowledgeable Welding Foreman with proven ability to lead welding projects and ensure high-quality results. Demonstrated expertise in coordinating welding teams and implementing safety protocols. Skilled in blueprint interpretation and maintaining equipment reliability.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder Foreman

Honeywell LNG
01.2024 - Current
  • Supervised daily welding operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
  • Trained and mentored junior welders, enhancing team skills and performance.
  • Coordinated workflow between teams, optimizing production efficiency and meeting project deadlines.
  • Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and increased operational efficiency.

Combination Pipe Welder

Air Products
10.2014 - 01.2024
  • Proud to be part of a highly skilled team comprised of engineers, welders, production technicians and machinist all working together to safely manufacture the world's largest coil wound LNG heat exchangers. This equipment can reach over 200 feet in length, weigh upwards of 500 tons and is a critical part of the global natural gas export.
  • Welding, fitting, fabrication and cutting skills. Qualified per ASME Section IX, 6G pipe welder in multiple material types with a proven x-ray pass rate above 90% when sampling hundreds of welded joints.
  • Highly familiar with code requirements such as ASME Section VIII Division 1 and ASME B31.3 Pressure piping.
  • Interpreted blueprints/isometrics for tank layout and pipe spool fabrication.
  • Responsible for utilizing complex mathematics to ensure correct alignment/fit up of components.
  • Utilized levels and lasers to check slopes for conformance to requirements.
  • Chipped and grinded off excess slag, weld, and spatter, using power chippers, portable grinders, and hand scrapers.
  • Experienced operating Plasma Cutter, Oxy Acetylene Torch, Press Break, Lathe, Saw, Sheer, and End mill.
  • NDE- Solvent removable Dye penetrant testing.

Mig Welder

Steel, Marine Concept
06.2013 - 10.2014
  • Weld, bend, cut, and frame pipes for boats
  • Making sure they are cut at the exact measurement and installed properly
  • Weld components in flat, vertical, or over-head positions
  • Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits
  • Recognize, set up, and operate hand power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.

Assembler

Pierce Manufacturing
08.2011 - 05.2013
  • Read Blueprints, cut materials for interior framing for military simulators, assemble interiors,
  • Install wall panels, carpet, fixtures, drop ceiling, door trim
  • Hand and power tools, saw, power shears, impact wrench.

Waiter and Expeditor

Mi Pueblo
05.2007 - 01.2011
  • Explain menu items, take food and beverage orders, finish plate presentation, ensure a memorable dining experience.

Installer

Precision Drywall
06.2005 - 05.2007
  • Install residential drywall, align seams for easy finishing , ensured customer satisfaction.

Education

High School Diploma -

Braden River High School

Skills

  • Excellent craftsman, work with wood metal, composites
  • Leadership and problem solving
  • Effective communicator, dependable

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Welder Foreman

Honeywell LNG
01.2024 - Current

Combination Pipe Welder

Air Products
10.2014 - 01.2024

Mig Welder

Steel, Marine Concept
06.2013 - 10.2014

Assembler

Pierce Manufacturing
08.2011 - 05.2013

Waiter and Expeditor

Mi Pueblo
05.2007 - 01.2011

Installer

Precision Drywall
06.2005 - 05.2007

High School Diploma -

Braden River High School
Mario Cabrera Vargas