ROBERT MESSINA
Plainfield,IL
Summary
Bringing expertise in welding fabrication, machine operation, and blueprint reading with a focus on precision and safety. Experienced in MIG and TIG welding techniques, custom metal fabrication, and advanced equipment maintenance. Skilled in collaborating with teams to complete complex projects efficiently while adhering to strict safety guidelines.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
WELDING FABRICATOR
WMC
Alsip, IL
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Regularly performed preventive maintenance tasks on welding machines.
- Inspected finished products for defects before shipping out to customers.
- Utilized advanced knowledge of MIG and TIG welding techniques to complete welds.
- Demonstrated proficiency in reading blueprints and schematics for fabricating projects.
- Built jigs, fixtures and templates for custom fabricated products ensuring exact measurements were followed.
- Operated overhead cranes and forklifts safely when moving heavy objects around the shop floor.
- Fabricated custom metal components according to customer specifications using specialized cutting tools.
- Performed quality assurance inspections on all completed welds to ensure accuracy and precision.
- Repaired damaged metal components using advanced welding techniques.
- Organized workstations efficiently so that required supplies could be quickly accessed when needed.
- Created detailed records of all jobs completed including time, resources used and results achieved.
- Maintained a clean work area by following proper housekeeping procedures.
- Assessed customer requirements to determine best methods for fabricating requested items.
- Provided assistance with troubleshooting problems that arose during production process.
- Collaborated with other team members in the completion of large-scale projects within tight deadlines.
- Cut and shaped metal components to specified dimensions using hand and power tools.
- Read blueprints or work orders to determine job instructions or specifications.
- Performed welding repairs and maintenance on all types of equipment and machinery.
- Followed strict safety guidelines when performing welding operations.
- Collaborated with other welders to complete projects in a timely manner.
- Cleaned and organized work sites to reduce team hazards and boost productivity.
- Operated metal shaping, straightening and bending machines, such as brakes, and shears.
- Used grinders and hand tools to buff workpiece edges and verify secure fit.
DOOR REPAIR TECHNICIAN
ATLAS DOOR
Plainfield, IL
06.2024 - 02.2025
- Performed routine maintenance on door systems including lubrication of moving parts and replacement of worn components.
- Inspected residential and commercial buildings for accessibility compliance issues related to doors.
- Provided emergency repair services for broken or malfunctioning door systems.
- Fabricated custom metal frames for unique door sizes using welding equipment.
- Utilized specialized tools such as drills, saws, levels, hammers, screwdrivers. during installations.
- Removed old doors from openings prior to installation of new units in a safe manner.
- Replaced weather-stripping around exterior doors to improve energy efficiency.
- Measured existing walls and openings accurately with tape measurer before ordering materials.
- Repaired and replaced door frames, hinges, locks, closers, and other hardware on commercial doors.
- Maintained records of all repairs performed on door systems in a timely manner.
- Installed new doors and frames in existing openings to meet code requirements.
WELDER FABRICATOR
LASER TECHNOLOGIES
Naperville, IL
06.2018 - 06.2024
- Perform MIG and TIG Welding, ensuring adherence to blueprint specifications
- Assemble parts for welding, maintaining tolerances and using calipers for measurement verification
- Grind finishes to meet blueprint requirements and uphold quality standards.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Operated welding equipment in a safe and efficient manner to ensure quality welds.
- Operated angle grinders to prepare parts for welding.
WELDER FABRICATOR / MACHINE OPERATOR / CNC BRAKE PRESS OPERATOR AND PROGRAMMER
PANEL AUTHORITY
Plainfield, IL
07.2010 - 06.2018
- Executed welding tasks according to blueprint specifications
- Operated and programmed Amada Pega Punch-press and CNC Brake Press
- Applied Polane based paint with hardener for metal object texturing
- Managed Laser and Rotary Engraver programming and operation.
WELDER FABRICATOR
NEWPORT DISTRIBUTION
Roselle, IL
11.2007 - 01.2010
- Specialized in welding hollow metal door frames, window frames, and combination sidelight door frames
- Customized doors and frames to blueprint specifications, including cutting and sizing.
WELDER FABRICATOR
PALATINE BUILDERS SUPPLY
Elk Grove, IL
04.2003 - 11.2007
- Welded door frames, window frames, and combination sidelight door frames
- Measured and cut materials to meet blueprint specifications.
WELDER / CNC OPERATOR / FOREMAN
JEMCO TOOL
Romeoville, IL
10.1999 - 10.2002
- Started as a welder, advancing to CNC machine setup and operation
- Promoted to head welder and foreman, overseeing design and fabrication
- Managed parts, supplies, and equipment ordering for the weld fab shop.
Education
Completed Coursework Towards High School - undefined
ARGO COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
Summit, ILCompleted Coursework Towards Some College - Welding Science
COLLEGE OF DUPAGE
Glen Ellyn, ILSkills
- Welder Fabrication
- MIG Welding
- Brake Press Operator
- Tape Measure
- Depth Gauges
- Structural welding
- TIG Welding
- Machine Operator
- Blueprint Reading
- Dial Calipers
- Torch cutting
Timeline
WELDING FABRICATOR
WMC
02.2025 - 06.2025
DOOR REPAIR TECHNICIAN
ATLAS DOOR
06.2024 - 02.2025
WELDER FABRICATOR
LASER TECHNOLOGIES
06.2018 - 06.2024
WELDER FABRICATOR / MACHINE OPERATOR / CNC BRAKE PRESS OPERATOR AND PROGRAMMER
PANEL AUTHORITY
07.2010 - 06.2018
WELDER FABRICATOR
NEWPORT DISTRIBUTION
11.2007 - 01.2010
WELDER FABRICATOR
PALATINE BUILDERS SUPPLY
04.2003 - 11.2007
WELDER / CNC OPERATOR / FOREMAN
JEMCO TOOL
10.1999 - 10.2002
Completed Coursework Towards High School - undefined
ARGO COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
Completed Coursework Towards Some College - Welding Science
COLLEGE OF DUPAGE