Matthew Foster
north pole,Alaska
Summary
Detail-oriented Welder Fabricator with hands-on experience in MIG, TIG, and FCAW welding, as well as blueprint reading and precision measurement. Specializes in safe metal assembly, weld inspection, and quality production of steel and aluminum components. Committed to maintaining safety compliance and ensuring accuracy in every project.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder Fabricator
Universal Welding
North Pole, Alaska
10.2024 - Current
- Built metal parts for universal welding shop projects from blueprints and measurements.
- Welded steel and aluminum assemblies using MIG and TIG equipment to meet project specifications.
- Read shop drawings to set cuts, fits, and weld locations.
- Used grinders, saws, and torches for metal shaping and finishing.
- Inspected welds for alignment, strength, and surface quality.
- Maintained welding equipment and tools, ensuring a clean and organized work area for efficient daily production.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Institute of Metal Forming And Technology
Prescott, AZ08-2004
Skills
- MIG welding
- TIG welding
- Flux core (FCAW) welding
- Carbon steel welding
- Aluminum welding
- Cast iron welding
- Structural welding
- Weld inspection
- Blueprint reading
- Shop drawings
- Material cutting
- Joint preparation
- Assembly fitting
- Component fabrication
- Machine operation
- Hand and power tool operation
- Portable grinders
- Plasma cutting
- Equipment maintenance
- Maintain equipment
- Safety compliance
- Safety monitoring
- Precision measurement
- Detail orientation
- Quality focus
- Process optimization
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Team communication
- Client interaction
- Attention to detail
- Written communication
- Heavy lifting
- Fabrication knowledge
- Material identification
- Welding symbols
- Pressure Welding
- Combination metal welding
- Combination metal welding
- Cast iron welding
- Structural welding
- Portable grinders
- Safety monitoring
- Filler Material Selection
Timeline
Welder Fabricator
Universal Welding
10.2024 - Current
Associate of Arts -
Institute of Metal Forming And Technology