Ricky Richardson
Tampa,FL
Summary
Results-driven production supervisor with over 10 years in metal fabrication. Known for fostering teamwork and maintaining high safety standards while delivering quality products. Committed to training junior fabricators to uphold excellence in fabrication techniques.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Metal Fabricator /Production Supervisor
Allied Signage
Tampa, FL
05.2016 - 05.2026
- Fabricated metal components according to specifications using precision machinery and tools.
- Interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate measurements and material usage.
- Collaborated with design teams to enhance product quality and functionality.
- Operated welding equipment to assemble structures with high durability standards.
- Trained junior fabricators on best practices in safety and fabrication techniques.
- Led projects from conception through completion, ensuring timely delivery of fabricated items.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Fabricated metal components using welding, cutting, and bending techniques to meet project specifications.
- Operated various fabrication machinery, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
Sign Fabricator
Creative Signs
Oldsmar, FL
07.2013 - 05.2016
- Operated CNC machines for precise sign fabrication and custom designs.
- Collaborated with design team to translate concepts into functional prototypes.
- Assembled various materials, ensuring quality and adherence to specifications.
- Maintained inventory of raw materials, reducing downtime during production runs.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance production efficiency and reduce waste.
- Inspected final products for accuracy and compliance with client requirements.
- Troubleshot issues during the fabrication process, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
- Maintained clean, organized workspaces to promote efficient workflow and prevent accidents or damage to materials.
- Contributed to team performance by sharing knowledge of sign fabrication techniques with fellow employees.
- Fabricated custom signage using various materials and techniques to meet client specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Robinson High School
Tampa, FL1977
Skills
- Adaptability to change
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Plasma cutting
- Hand tool proficiency
- Roll forming
- Press brake operation
- Aluminum welding
- Welding expertise
- Oxy-fuel cutting
- Hand and power tools
- Welding and fabrication
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality assurance
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Industrial safety
- Safety procedures
- Self motivation
- Professionalism
Employee of the Month
Was made Employee of the month after my first 3 months @ Creative Signs
Languages
English
Timeline
Metal Fabricator /Production Supervisor
Allied Signage
05.2016 - 05.2026
Sign Fabricator
Creative Signs
07.2013 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Robinson High School