Nathen Hopkins
Joplin,MO
Summary
Organized Operator skilled in equipment operation, safety and quality initiatives. Experienced with equipment maintenance, inspections and basic repairs.
Diligent problem-solver with resourceful approach to challenges and organized style. Leverages expertise to manage job functions. Excellent communicator with a high level of focus on the results.
Im inquiring about a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ironworker Lead
Mid Land
Joplin, MO
09.2022 - Current
- Installed new locks, door handles and door closers.
- Removed damaged portions of walls, walkways, partitions and other similar structures in preparation for repairs.
- Analyzed and understood technical drawings to ensure accurate project completion.
- Completed tasks as part of larger remodeling team engaged in historic restoration projects.
- Repaired, hydraulic, electric and pneumatic equipment malfunctions while adhering to standards of quality and safety.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Ensured efficient delivery of supplies from storage facilities.
- Identified necessary materials for daily operations.
- Collected measurements and marked locations as part of project preparations.
- Interacted daily with various project managers, subcontractors and municipal inspectors to complete construction projects.
- Recognized and reported potential project challenges and assisted with solutions.
- Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Performed end-to-end setup of structural and pre-engineered metal buildings.
- Earned forklift certification.
- Completed OSHA 10 training successfully.
- Certified to operate boom lifts.
- Received aerial lift certification.
- Earned scissor lift certification.
- Professionally trained in first aid and automated external defibrillator usage.
- Provider of expert-level rigging and signaling skills.
- Increased client satisfaction by delivering high-quality workmanship and addressing concerns promptly.
- Tested electrical continuity and electrical wiring by using ohmmeter and circuit tester.
- Maintained adequate stock of Type tools and equipment to complete projects.
- Expertly used wide range of tools for damage repair.
- Lead a crew of up to 12 team members to complete daily objectives
- Worked directly with customer to track down roof leaks and make the proper repairs.
Downline Operator
Jasper Products
3877 E 27th St
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Fed raw materials into machines.
- Kept accurate records of defective units or products.
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Assembled Type products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Monitored employee actions for adherence to safety procedures.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices or products.
- Implemented updated operating procedures for machine and adjusted use to increase productivity and longevity.
- Optimized positioning of guiding tools and fixtures.
Ironworker
Quarles Construction
1315 Hall St, Webb
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Managed press, brake and roll operations, fabricating sheet steel to specified dimensions and configurations.
- Cut, bent and welded steel pieces using metal shears, torches and stick/mig welding equipment.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Worked on elevated job sites while adhering to Area of certification guidelines and maintaining proper safety measures.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears and welding equipment.
- Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders and columns to correct positions.
- Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys or hooks.
- Aligned structural steel members to rivet, bolt and weld permanently into place.
- Followed blueprints and instructions from supervisors to erect columns, beams and girders.
- Adjusted plumb bobs, laser equipment, transits and levels to align structural steel members vertically and horizontally.
- Dismantled structures and prepared equipment for travel or site movement.
- Inserted sealing strips, wiring and insulating material, as called for in blueprints.
- Assembled scaffolding and rigging prior to start of each shift in preparation for day's work.
- Used ladders and lifts to access sections as structures gained height.
- Verified conformance of materials to specifications utilizing squares, rulers, measuring tape, lasers and micrometers/ calipers.
- Reviewed project blueprints and addressed concerns with supervisors.
- Generated material purchasing list from provided blueprints during pre-production planning.
- Operated all heavy machinery safely to avoid injuries and accidents.
- Identified potential jobsite issues and spoke with supervisors to immediately determine effective solutions.
- Transported heavy steel components from ground level to elevated structures using lifts, winch.
Education
Home Schooled
N/A08.2019
Skills
- Machine Setup and Shutdown
- Defect Identification
- Workstation Equipment Monitoring
- Preventative Maintenance
- Manufacturing Procedures
- Materials Assembly
- Safe Machine Operation
- Effective Communication
- Knowledge of Production Processes
- Production Documentation
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Deadline Adherence
- Line Work
- Machining and Production Standards
- Materials Evaluation
- Machinery maintenance
- Rollers and Compactors Operation
- Developing Operational Improvements
- Loading and Unloading
- Operational Efficiency and Safety
- Work Scheduling
- Blueprint and Schematics Interpretation
- Analytical Thinking
- Lockout and Tagout Processes
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Maintenance and Repair
- Continuous Improvements
- General Housekeeping
- Operational Evaluating
- Raw Material Loading
- Assembly Line Operations
- Monitoring Line Supplies
- 3D CAD
- Measuring Tools
- Visual Inspections
- CNC Milling
- Corrective Actions
- Securing Materials
- Component Installations
- Boom lift certification
- Aerial lift certification
- Scissor lift certification
- Forklift/tellahandler certification
- Osha 10
- First aid and aed certification
Certification
Boom lift certification
Aerial lift certification
forklift/tellahandler certification
Scissor lift certification
Osha 10
First aid and aed certification
Timeline
Ironworker Lead
Mid Land
09.2022 - Current
Downline Operator
Jasper Products
03.2021 - 09.2022
Ironworker
Quarles Construction
10.2019 - 12.2020
Home Schooled