Matthew Sharp
Crestview,FL
Summary
Proven leader and skilled Fabrication Welder from Breeze Boat Lifts, adept in Gas Metal Arc Welding and fostering teamwork. Optimized production by 30% through innovative welding techniques and efficient project management. Excelled in maintaining high-quality standards and streamlining supplier negotiations, significantly reducing costs. Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with [Number] years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder Foreman
Breeze Boat Lifts
Fort Walton Beach, FL
01.2022 - Current
- Utilized lean manufacturing principles to optimize production processes while minimizing costs and waste generation within the team''s operations area.
- Coordinated with project managers to ensure accurate material procurement and allocation for projects.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable pricing terms for materials acquisition.
- Collaborated with other foremen to streamline workflows for improved efficiency across teams.
- Conducted routine inspections of welding equipment, maintaining optimal performance levels and minimizing downtime.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by optimizing resource usage and reducing waste materials in the fabrication process.
- Managed a team of welders, ensuring timely project completion and high-quality workmanship.
- Troubleshot issues related to equipment or workflow inefficiencies, implementing effective solutions promptly.
- Increased overall productivity by implementing efficient welding techniques and processes.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing valuable industry knowledge and fostering a skilled workforce.
- Facilitated continuous improvement initiatives within the team, driving innovation in welding techniques and processes.
Fabrication Welder
Advanced Coast Construction
Crestview, FL
05.2020 - 12.2021
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques, applying appropriate methods for each specific project requirement.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and increase overall project efficiency.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
- Contributed to the successful completion of large-scale projects by efficiently collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Education
Certification Of Structural/Advanced Pipe Welding - Structural/Advanced Pipe Welding
Okaloosa Technical College And Choice High School
Fort Walton Beach, FL04.2024
Skills
- Layout and Fitting
- Scheduling and Planning
- Pipe welding
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
- Plasma cutting
- Structural welding
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Oxy-Fuel Cutting
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Joint Preparation
- Material Selection
- Teamwork and Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Following Instructions
- Dependable and Hardworking
Certification
SMAW, GMAW, FlUX CORED, and GTAW welding certifications
Scheduled 40 SMAW 6G pipe certification
Monster coupon unlimited combo 6G Pipe welding certification
Mechanically Inclined, Automotive Repair
I had grown up working on cars, motors, transmissions and have done some diesel repairs on some heavy equipment. From working on these various and tedious items i have grown adapt to trouble shooting finding and repairing specific items
Timeline
Welder Foreman
Breeze Boat Lifts
01.2022 - Current
Fabrication Welder
Advanced Coast Construction
05.2020 - 12.2021
Certification Of Structural/Advanced Pipe Welding - Structural/Advanced Pipe Welding
Okaloosa Technical College And Choice High School