Samuel Catterson
Lindenhurst,NY
Summary
I have served as a fabrication leader with a proven track record at NYFF Events, excelling in carpentry, technique, creativity, knowledge of materials and sourcing, reliability, production scheduling and cost estimation.I have been successful in the completion of projects achieving high customer satisfaction through innovative designs and quality control. Skilled in carpentry, TIG welding, and ensuring projects meet stringent deadlines and specifications.
I have also served in various roles involving nearly all things production,from audio video lighting to operations and oversight.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Fabricator
NYFF Events
02.2014 - Current
- Led fabrication team in installations assembling complex event structures and displays.
- Applied a Unique creative instinct on all projects from scenic artistry,fabrication,and lighting design to small repairs.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols and quality standards throughout production processes.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance productivity and reduce material waste.
- Collaborated with project managers to align production timelines with event schedules.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and implementing corrective actions when needed.
- Contributed to equipment upgrades and facility improvements, further enhancing the efficiency of the fabrication process.
- Achieved higher customer satisfaction ratings by delivering custom fabricated products that met or exceeded client specifications.
- Assisted in budget creation and management, ensuring financial goals were met without compromising product quality or employee safety.
- Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
- Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
- Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
- Consistently have served in various roles aside from fabrication including Project manager,Audio technician,Lighting technician, and Lead operations on medium to large scale production events
Production Manager
Double G Productions
2007 - 2014
- Created production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Coordinated team efforts and resources to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Designed and fabricated countless items from illuminated wet bars to a recreation of a life sized Anatevka themed village.
- Operated in many production related roles throughout my tenure
Education
Oxyacetylene 1&2 - Welding
Suffolk County Boces
Dix Hills,NYHeliarc (TIG) Course 1&2 - Welding
Suffolk County Boces
Dix Hills,NY 02-2019
High School Diploma -
Lindenhurst High-school
Lindenhurst, NY06-1999
Skills
- Currently hold a Osha lift truck operator safety certification
- Currently hold a welding and cutting certificate of fitness with the Nassau County fire Marshall
- Fabrication
- Production scheduling
- Cost estimation
- Deadline adherence
- Assembly techniques
- Gas metal arc welding
- Troubleshooting
- Construction design
- Job order prioritization
- Reliability
- Integration of low voltage lighting and electronic components
- Workspace organization
- Fork lift operation
- Non cdl driver
- Lighting technician
- Audio technician
- Creativity and artistry
Timeline
Lead Fabricator
NYFF Events
02.2014 - Current
Production Manager
Double G Productions
2007 - 2014
Oxyacetylene 1&2 - Welding
Suffolk County Boces
Heliarc (TIG) Course 1&2 - Welding
Suffolk County Boces
High School Diploma -
Lindenhurst High-school