Jared Nixon
Gladewater,TX
Summary
With a proven track record at Maztex Industrial, I excel in fabricating precision parts from blueprints and enhancing project efficiency through critical thinking. My expertise spans various welding techniques, including MIG and TIG, complemented by a keen attention to detail. This blend of skills has significantly contributed to maintaining a zero-incident workplace while mentoring teams towards excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder Fabricator
Maztex Industrial
06.2024 - 12.2024
- 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.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
Fabrication Welder
Tinity Rail
09.2023 - 06.2024
- 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.
- Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and increase overall project efficiency.
- Documented welding on specified work order.
Welder Supervisor
Diamond C Trailers
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Evaluated team performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Contributed to successful bids for new contracts by accurately estimating labor hours, materials costs, and equipment needs based on project specifications provided by clients.
- Streamlined project timelines by effectively managing team schedules, workloads, and priorities.
- Reduced equipment downtime by maintaining proper maintenance schedules and ensuring timely repairs.
- Instituted comprehensive quality control measures that were instrumental in achieving consistently high-quality deliverables across multiple projects simultaneously.
- Conducted regular toolbox talks with team members to reinforce safety practices and maintain a zero-incident workplace.
- Mentored junior welders to enhance their skillsets and further career growth opportunities within the company.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution and meet customer deadlines.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by monitoring material usage, reducing waste, and selecting appropriate welding techniques for each job.
- Improved workplace safety with proactive identification and mitigation of potential hazards.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by staying up-to-date on regulatory requirements and adhering to best practices in all projects undertaken.
- Fostered an inclusive work environment which nurtured teamwork spirit among staff while also promoting individual accountability towards meeting organizational goals.
- Maintained strong communication channels between management, team members, and customers throughout each project''s duration to ensure satisfaction at all levels of stakeholder engagement.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
Welder
Harlan Robertson Contruction
10.2018 - 09.2020
- 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.
- Assisted in training new solderers on soldering procedures.
- Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Led team training sessions, boosting overall skill levels with advanced welding techniques.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
Education
Welding Degree - Welding
Clearfield Job Corps
Salt Lake City, UT11-2015
Skills
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Operate Heavy Equipment
- Forklift
- Stick welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and fitting
- Critical thinking
- Pipe welding
- Vertical welding
- Flat welding
- Arc welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Horizontal welding
- Cutting techniques
- Crane operation
- Pipe fitting
- Hazardous material handling
Certification
- Texas Driver's License
- CPR/AED Certification
- OSHA Certified
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Highly qualified as Welder Fabricator
- Reliable
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
Timeline
Welder Fabricator
Maztex Industrial
06.2024 - 12.2024
Fabrication Welder
Tinity Rail
09.2023 - 06.2024
Welder Supervisor
Diamond C Trailers
07.2022 - 08.2023
Welder
Harlan Robertson Contruction
10.2018 - 09.2020
Welding Degree - Welding
Clearfield Job Corps