Orlando Bailey

Welder Coordinator

Wabash National

10.2016 - 05.2025

GWelded 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.
Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
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.
Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
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.
Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.
Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
Observed hydrostatic and dimension tolerance tests to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.
Collaborated on design of custom metalwork projects, meeting client specifications with innovative solutions.
Reduced material waste with careful planning and accurate cutting of metal components.
Contributed to environmental sustainability by implementing metal recycling practices in workshop.
Conducted rigorous post-weld inspections to guarantee structural integrity of each piece.