Michael Ariza
Broken Arrow,OK
Summary
Versatile and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in welding and quality control. Demonstrated expertise in welding and visual inspection, enhancing product integrity and compliance. Proven ability in documentation and collaborative problem-solving, achieving significant quality improvements. Skilled in training peers, underscoring a commitment to team development and operational excellence.
Driven Welder with experience in MIG, TIG, and stick welding. Well-versed in standard procedures, policies and regulations with attention to detail. Flexible with focus and commitment to safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Kelvion
06.2023 - Current
- Set up and operated pulse mig welding equipment.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with die grinder and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Assisted in training new solderers on soldering procedures.
Welder
War Metal
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
Outfitter
Bass Pro Shops
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Maintained loss prevention standards by monitoring and observing customers on sales floor.
Security Guard
Securitas Security Services
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Logged vehicles entering and leaving premises.
- Operated and monitored security panels, alarms and related security equipment to provide area and visitor surveillance.
- Inspected packages, bags, and deliveries entering facility to minimize risk to personnel.
- Checked personnel ID badges and issued temporary credentials to visitors.
- Performed hourly patrols of building areas, parking lots and facility grounds.
- Used search mirror to conduct full vehicle searches on passenger and commercial trucks.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of visitors and employees to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
Team Member
Tractor Supply
08.2019 - 12.2020
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
Packaging Inspecter and Handler
Louisiana Pacific
02.2018 - 08.2019
- Completed visual inspections of products to check quality against standards.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Inspected outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
Education
Tulsa Welding Certificate - Welding
Tulsa Welding School
Tulsa, OK01-2023
High School Diploma -
Hodgdon High School
Hodgdon Me01-2016
Skills
- Weld tacking
- Reweld application
- Torch cutting
- Inspection documentation
- Specifications reading
- Visual inspection
- Compliance enforcement
- Documentation and reporting
- Structural welding
Timeline
Welder
Kelvion
06.2023 - Current
Welder
War Metal
01.2023 - 05.2023
Outfitter
Bass Pro Shops
10.2022 - 12.2022
Security Guard
Securitas Security Services
06.2021 - 05.2022
Team Member
Tractor Supply
08.2019 - 12.2020
Packaging Inspecter and Handler
Louisiana Pacific
02.2018 - 08.2019
Tulsa Welding Certificate - Welding
Tulsa Welding School
High School Diploma -
Hodgdon High School
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