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Payton Tripp

Hohenwald,TN

Summary

Dynamic welder with expertise in MIG and TIG welding at Summertown Metals, recognized for enhancing production efficiency and ensuring safety compliance. Proven ability to read blueprints and fabricate parts, while demonstrating strong teamwork and critical thinking skills. Committed to delivering high-quality results and optimizing material usage in every project.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder

Summertown Metals
11.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
  • Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
  • Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
  • Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
  • Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
  • Enhanced workshop safety by consistently adhering to all safety protocols and conducting regular equipment checks.
  • Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
  • Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
  • Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
  • Travel for the company to fix and weld materials needed on job sites.

Cashier/Store Leader

A&J Steals N Deals
10.2022 - 11.2024
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
  • Coordinated clearance events to clear shelf space for new product lines.
  • Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload supplies and materials.
  • Kept inventory warehouse organized

General Laborer

Oliver Technologies INC
02.2022 - 06.2023
  • Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Efficiently loaded and unloaded trucks with necessary materials for each project phase while adhering to proper lifting techniques.
  • Improved worksite safety by consistently adhering to established protocols and regulations.
  • Operated heavy equipment safely to transport materials and complete tasks as required.
  • Provided maintenance for construction equipment.
  • Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
  • Operated drill presses, milling machines, rivet and hardware presses safely and correctly.
  • Soldered and bolted connections, applied insulation and inspected assemblies and installation.
  • Operated fabricating machines to bend and assemble metal components.
  • Powered up, calibrated and shut down fabricating machinery according to company regulations.

Education

Certificate - Certified Welding in Areas of : Tig, Stick And Mig

Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Hohenwald
08-2023

Skills

  • Welding
  • Attention to detail
  • Fabrication
  • Blueprint reading
  • Stick welding
  • Torch cutting
  • Layout and fitting
  • Critical thinking
  • Shaping and cutting
  • Vertical welding
  • Structural welding
  • Steel fabrication
  • Arc welding
  • Equipment operation
  • Horizontal welding
  • MIG welding professional
  • Tool repair and maintenance
  • Cutting techniques
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Precision measuring tools
  • Wire feed machines
  • Parts fabrication
  • Joint preparation
  • Welding symbols
  • Brake press operation
  • Precision measuring
  • Hazardous material handling
  • Supply management
  • Fire prevention
  • Scaffolding safety
  • Time management
  • Safety equipment usage
  • Health and safety
  • Tool operation
  • Quality assurance
  • OSHA compliance
  • Equipment Repair
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Overhead welding
  • Welding safety
  • Worksite organization
  • Weld tacking
  • Soldering techniques
  • MIG welding
  • Hand and power tool operation
  • Power tools
  • Decision-making
  • Team Building
  • People Skills
  • Team Management
  • Customer Services
  • Cash Handling
  • Heavy Machine Operator

Timeline

Welder

Summertown Metals
11.2023 - Current

Cashier/Store Leader

A&J Steals N Deals
10.2022 - 11.2024

General Laborer

Oliver Technologies INC
02.2022 - 06.2023

Certificate - Certified Welding in Areas of : Tig, Stick And Mig

Tennessee College of Applied Technology