Ricardo Torres
McAllen
Summary
Dedicated welder with over 15 years of experience in fabrication and quality assurance. Expertise in blueprint interpretation and critical inspections has led to significant reductions in material waste and enhanced production efficiency.
Overview
1
1
Language
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Cortinas Garza
Monterey Mx
09.2010 - 07.2026
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to complete high-quality fabrications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise execution of welding projects.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve production efficiency.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds for quality assurance and compliance with specifications.
- Trained junior welders on safe practices and effective use of welding tools and equipment.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced material waste during fabrication operations.
- Developed best practices for maintenance of welding machinery, enhancing operational reliability.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
Construction Worker
Murillos Construction
Monterey MX
02.1998 - 04.2010
- Operated heavy machinery to complete various construction tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines and safety standards were met.
- Assisted in site preparation, including excavation and grading for foundation work.
- Conducted routine maintenance on tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow and reduced downtime during projects.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
Education
No Degree - Primaria
Plan De Ayutla
Monterey Nevo Leon05-1969
Skills
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Stick welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and fitting
- Critical thinking
- Pipe welding
- Vertical welding
- Structural welding
- Shaping and cutting
- Gas metal arc welding
- Equipment operation
- Horizontal welding
- Tool repair and maintenance
spanish
I was born in Mexico i speak spanish i am fluent i can read and write in it as well this is my first language.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Welder
Cortinas Garza
09.2010 - 07.2026
Construction Worker
Murillos Construction
02.1998 - 04.2010
No Degree - Primaria
Plan De Ayutla