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MICHAEL NOEL

Bloomington,IL

Summary

Dynamic welding professional with extensive experience at Rivian, excelling in advanced troubleshooting and repair techniques. Proven ability to enhance weld quality and ensure safety compliance, while effectively collaborating with teams. Skilled in blueprint analysis and pipefitting, consistently delivering high-quality results and fostering strong client relationships.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

WELD REPAIR TECHINICIAN

RIVIAN
10.2023 - Current
  • Maintained inventory of repair supplies and ordered parts.
  • Utilized variety of tools and diagnostic equipment to complete repairs.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Increased repair success rates, utilizing advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools.
  • Completed all repair and maintenance activities promptly and to high quality standards.

WELDER/ASSEMBLER

Springs Fabrication Inc.
06.2013 - 04.2023
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
  • Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
  • Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
  • Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
  • Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
  • Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
  • Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.

PIPE WELDER/PIPEFITTER

ALL TRI R INC.
10.2009 - 01.2013
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.
  • Increased weld quality by utilizing appropriate techniques such as TIG, MIG, and Stick welding processes.
  • Welded parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, and gas equipment.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete complex pipe installations, fostering efficient teamwork and communication.
  • Provided valuable input during project planning phases by offering insights into potential challenges and solutions based on experience.
  • Assisted in minimizing material waste by accurately measuring and cutting pipes before welding them together.
  • Completed projects on time and within budget by effectively prioritizing and managing workload.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Developed solid understanding of various metals'' properties, allowing for proper selection of filler materials for different applications.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting to changing project requirements or specifications when necessary.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Assembled structural forms such as boiler parts and pressure vessels.

Education

JOURNEYMAN PIPEFITTING COURSE - PIPEFITTING

NATIONAL PIPE TRADES
Decatur, IL
07-2009

High School Diploma -

PONTIAC TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL
Pontiac, IL
05-1999

Skills

  • Worksite safety
  • Pipe measuring
  • Safety procedures
  • Blueprints and specifications
  • Pipefitting
  • Material cutting
  • Pipe hanger installation
  • Piping specifications
  • Pipe threading
  • Flange assembly
  • Pressure testing
  • Grooved pipe installation
  • Welding
  • Pipe support design
  • Hand and power tools
  • Emergency repairs
  • Threaded pipe fabrication
  • Commercial pipefitting
  • Blueprint analysis

Timeline

WELD REPAIR TECHINICIAN

RIVIAN
10.2023 - Current

WELDER/ASSEMBLER

Springs Fabrication Inc.
06.2013 - 04.2023

PIPE WELDER/PIPEFITTER

ALL TRI R INC.
10.2009 - 01.2013

JOURNEYMAN PIPEFITTING COURSE - PIPEFITTING

NATIONAL PIPE TRADES

High School Diploma -

PONTIAC TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL

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