Sam Carlson
Bettendorf,IA
Summary
Adept at enhancing production efficiency and welding quality, my tenure at John Deere showcased my expertise in MIG welding and operations planning. Leveraging skills in fabrication and customer service, I significantly contributed to reducing workplace accidents and improving part production accuracy. My proactive approach and dedication to safety protocols underline my commitment to excellence in the manufacturing sector. Experienced Welder with background in material stocking, product shipment and waste management. Trained across multiple types of welding, metallurgy and structural design. Expert working at heights and in enclosed spaces.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
John Deere
04.2022 - 05.2024
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
CNC Machinist
Metal Tech Manufactauring
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Improved accuracy in part production by utilizing precise measurement tools and calibrating machines accordingly.
- Reduced machine downtime through regular maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment issues.
- Partnered closely with quality control teams to identify areas where improvements could be made within production processes.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Ensured consistent high-quality output by conducting thorough inspections using various gauging techniques.
- Assisted in the training of new machinists, sharing industry knowledge and best practices for optimal performance.
- Maintained detailed documentation of completed tasks, ensuring accurate record-keeping for future reference or process improvements.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by adhering to safety protocols and promoting awareness among team members.
- Optimized tool selection for specific jobs, resulting in reduced wear and longer tool life.
Education
Trade School - Welding
Midwest Technical Institute
Moline, IL10.2021
High School Diploma -
Pleasant Valley High School
Bettendorf, IA05.2017
Skills
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Blueprint Reading
- Stick Welding
- Layout and Fitting
- Steel Fabrication
- Flat Welding
- MIG welding professional
- Supply Management
- Power Tools
- Power Tools Operation
- Customer Service
- Operations Planning
- Assembly Planning
Timeline
Welder
John Deere
04.2022 - 05.2024
CNC Machinist
Metal Tech Manufactauring
06.2020 - 04.2022
Trade School - Welding
Midwest Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Pleasant Valley High School
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