Michael Barton
Gulfport,MS
Summary
Detail-oriented Fabrication Manager and Welder with expertise in quality control, blueprint reading, and MIG welding. Skilled in mentoring teams and implementing safety protocols to enhance productivity and project efficiency. Experienced in assembling metal structures and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Strong problem-solving abilities and commitment to high-quality fabrication outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Structural Welder
Steeltekinc
Cartersville, Georgia
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards during operations.
- Inspected completed welds to ensure structural integrity and adherence to quality standards.
- Maintained welding equipment and tools in optimal condition.
- Trained new welders on best practices and safety protocols to promote a culture of safety and skill development.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills in identifying welding issues and solutions.
- Welded joints in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Installed and welded steel beams, columns, girders, and other structural elements.
- Set up and operated welding equipment to complete welding projects on time.
- Operated cutting torches to cut metal pieces prior to welding them together.
- Fabricated metal components according to blueprints and drawings.
- Repaired damaged or defective parts using appropriate welding techniques.
- Obtained desired configurations by clamping and tack-welding components.
- Created customized jigs and fixtures to enhance precision and efficiency for specific tasks.
- Read technical documents such as blueprints and schematics accurately when necessary.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance purposes before finalizing the project.
- Used correct techniques for particular metal types, including aluminum, and steel.
- Applied shielding gases to prevent oxidation during the welding process.
- Positioned steel units, aligned holes and inserted temporary bolts while checking alignments and joining steel parts.
- Set up hoisting equipment to lift and place structural steel items.
Fabrication Manager
Design Precast & Pipe
Gulfport, Mississippi
01.2023 - 07.2025
- Managed daily fabrication workflows to ensure project deadlines were met.
- Oversaw quality control processes for precast concrete products and pipe systems.
- Coordinated with engineering teams to interpret design specifications accurately.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on fabrication techniques and safety protocols.
- Implemented safety measures to maintain a secure working environment for all employees.
- Monitored inventory levels of raw materials and equipment for continuous production.
- Evaluated equipment performance and recommended maintenance schedules as needed.
- Assessed production costs associated with each project and made adjustments accordingly.
- Conducted regular inspections of completed projects before they are shipped out.
- Trained new employees on proper use of machinery and safety procedures.
- Established quality control standards for fabricated materials.
- Analyzed customer feedback to improve product design and manufacturing processes.
- Developed and implemented fabrication processes to increase production efficiency.
- Reviewed blueprints and drawings to determine best methods for fabricating parts.
- Collaborated with suppliers to secure cost effective raw materials for production.
- Enforced company policies related to quality assurance practices in the fabrication area.
- Resolved any issues or discrepancies with customers regarding fabricated items.
- Improved efficiency by minimizing downtime.
- Mitigated production issue risks by identifying potential problems and taking effective action.
- Identified and solved complex problems that impacted management and business direction.
- Reduced process lags by managing employees and training on best practices to ensure optimal productivity.
Pipefitter
GA West
Mobile, Alabama
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Installed and maintained piping systems for industrial projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications to guide pipe installation.
- Utilized welding techniques to join metal components securely.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot system issues effectively.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during all operations.
- Conducted regular inspections of piping systems for maintenance needs.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper installation techniques.
- Coordinated with other trades to complete projects on schedule.
- Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Drilled and tapped holes for installation of studs.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations while performing assigned tasks.
- Inspect work areas to ensure that they are clean and free from obstructions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mgccc
Gulfport, MSSkills
- MIG welding
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Flux core welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Oxy-fuel cutting
- Plasma cutting
- Aluminum welding
- Stainless steel welding
- Carbon steel welding
- Pipe welding
- Beam welding
- Horizontal welding
- Vertical welding
- Overhead welding
- Confined space welding
- Joint preparation
- Fabrication
- Metal fabrication
- Structural fabrication
- Structural repair
- Welding specifications
- Welding quality control
- Quality inspection
- Visual inspection
- Attention to detail
- Equipment maintenance
- Welding safety
- Safety compliance
- Fire prevention
- Preheating procedures
- Air carbon arc gouging
- Shaping and cutting
- Cutting techniques
- Grinding techniques
- Beam installation
- Welder qualification test
- Employee training
- Worker training
- Project planning
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Technical documentation
- [Type] industry background
- Gas metal arc welding
- Carbon steel welding
- Worker training
- Finishing work
Timeline
Structural Welder
Steeltekinc
10.2025 - 12.2025
Fabrication Manager
Design Precast & Pipe
01.2023 - 07.2025
Pipefitter
GA West
01.2021 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Mgccc