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Ronnie Carroll

Uvalde

Summary

Accomplished Lead Fabrication/Production Welder with a proven track record at Xl Specialized Trailers, enhancing production efficiency through lean manufacturing techniques. Skilled in various welding processes including MIG and TIG, demonstrating a commitment to quality and safety. Trained new hires, showcasing leadership and adherence to standards. Expert in welding automation and structural welding, delivering high-quality workmanship.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Fabrication/Production Welder

Xl Specialized Trailers
12.2014 - 09.2021
  • Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
  • Checked drive rolls and wire spool hubs to verify adequate tension for optimal feeding performance.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding processes – MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux Core – ensuring adaptability to project requirements.
  • Built new product assemblies according to specifications and company production standards.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines during welding tasks.
  • Upheld stringent quality control standards through regular visual inspections of weldments prior to final assembly stages.
  • Streamlined fabrication processes for improved productivity, utilizing precise measurements and accurate cutting techniques.
  • Trained new hires on proper welding techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols to ensure consistent work quality across the team.

Journeyman Welder

Ron Lane Piping
04.2014 - 12.2014
  • Assembled structural forms such as boiler parts and pressure vessels.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Delivered high-quality workmanship consistently while adhering to strict specifications for each project assigned.
  • Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.

Journeyman Welder

Bi-Con Services Inc.
07.2012 - 01.2014
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Delivered high-quality workmanship consistently while adhering to strict specifications for each project assigned.
  • Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Blew out machines, checked welding leads, and wiring and changed filters for preventive maintenance.

Education

Professional Welding Certificate - Welding

Tulsa Welding School
Tulsa, OK

Skills

  • Welding automation
  • Power tools usage
  • Grinding and finishing
  • Hand tools usage
  • Pipe welding
  • Gas tungsten arc welding
  • Structural welding
  • Adherence to standards
  • Plasma arc welding
  • Welding codes and standards
  • Material identification

Certification

Professional Welding Certificate

Timeline

Lead Fabrication/Production Welder

Xl Specialized Trailers
12.2014 - 09.2021

Journeyman Welder

Ron Lane Piping
04.2014 - 12.2014

Journeyman Welder

Bi-Con Services Inc.
07.2012 - 01.2014

Professional Welding Certificate - Welding

Tulsa Welding School

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