Ruben Pena Jr
Northport,FL
Summary
Professional welding specialist prepared to bring high level of craftsmanship and reliability to new role. Skilled in various welding methods and committed to maintaining safe work environment. Reliable team player focused on efficiency and adaptability in dynamic work conditions.
Experienced with vehicle operation and maintenance, ensuring safe and efficient transport. Utilizes strong logistical planning to coordinate routes and meet delivery schedules. Knowledge of safety regulations and protocols, ensuring compliance and reliability.
Experienced with inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely order processing. Utilizes forklift operation skills to optimize warehouse space and streamline logistics. Track record of maintaining safety standards and promoting effective teamwork.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shop Welder
USA Structural
Sarasota, FL
09.2022 - Current
- Fabricated metal components using MIG welding techniques with AISC Standards (American Institute of Steel Construction).
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise assembly.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with safety and shop standards standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflows while maintaining high quality control.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced waste.
- Maintained equipment and tools to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Completed projects within tight deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and workmanship quality.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements, adjusting techniques or materials as needed to meet customer expectations.
- Contributed to reducing rework costs by consistently producing welds that met or exceeded quality standards.
- Bolstered client trust by ensuring all fabricated components met stringent quality control standards.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly of projects.
Lippert Components
09.2021 - 06.2022
- At Lippert we build chassis for many different RV campers. From big fifth wheel campers, toy haulers and normal trailer hitch campers. Here we work in efficient teams and are able to produce up to 20 frames in a day. We use the MIG process for all of the chassis we build. We also have to pay attention to our blueprints since changes are constantly coming in.
Columbia Industries
06.2021 - 09.2021
- At Columbia they built landfill tipper trailers. Everything there was welded using Dual-shield flux core wire. Welding in 40% flat position 60% vertical. They did have me take a weld test and did successfully pass. Quickly became proficient.
Ebner’s Custom Meat shop
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Worked as a helper to the butchers. Helped restock counters, package meat, set up for public and private events. Weddings, birthdays, etc.
CNC Machinist
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Measure dimensions of finished workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures.
- Remove and replace dull cutting tools.
- Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and workpieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Listen to machines during operation to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problems.
- Stop machines to remove finished workpieces or to change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement, according to required machining sequences.
- Check to ensure that workpieces are properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation.
Motor Vehicle Operator
US. Marines
Twentynine Palms, California
01.2014 - 06.2017
- Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
- Secure cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers.
- Drive trucks with capacities greater than 3 tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products, livestock, or other materials.
- Load and unload trucks, or help others with loading and unloading, operating any special loading-related equipment on vehicles and using other equipment as necessary.
- Collaborate with other drivers as part of a driving team on some trips.
- Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
- For a period of eight months was in charge of four Marines, twelve vehicles and over 1 million dollars worth of equipment.
- As an E-4 (Corporal) in the marines, my responsibility is to take charge of my junior Marines and delegate tasks that need to be completed daily.
- Consistently supervised daily tasks and notified superiors of any discrepancies our vehicles had.
Education
High School Diploma -
Newberg High school
Newberg, Oregon06-2012
AWS D1.1-15 Welders Certificate - Welding and Fabrication Course
Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR01-2020
Motor Vehicle Operation Course - undefined
Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri01-2013
Skills
- Critical Thinker
- Effective Team Leader
- Dependable and Reliable
- Strong Work Ethic
- Quick Learner
- Adaptable To Any Work Environment
- Accurate Measurer
- Bilingual
- Safety procedures
- Overhead crane operation
- Attention to detail
- Health and safety
- OSHA compliance
Certification
- AWS D1.1-15 (SMAW E7018)
- AWS D1.1-15 (FCAW E71T-1)
- ⅛” to Unlimited
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Shop Welder
USA Structural
09.2022 - Current
Lippert Components
09.2021 - 06.2022
Columbia Industries
06.2021 - 09.2021
Ebner’s Custom Meat shop
09.2019 - 01.2020
CNC Machinist
08.2017 - 06.2018
Motor Vehicle Operator
US. Marines
01.2014 - 06.2017
Motor Vehicle Operation Course - undefined
High School Diploma -
Newberg High school
AWS D1.1-15 Welders Certificate - Welding and Fabrication Course
Chemeketa Community College