Shane Shoffner
Clovis,CA
Summary
With a proven track record, I excel in welding, showcasing exceptional blueprint interpretation expertise and a strong mechanical aptitude. Renowned for my quick learning abilities and effective communication, I consistently deliver superior workmanship and innovative solutions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Foreman
ProSteel
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Certified welder in 3g/4g SMAW and FCAW-GS
- Clamped and tack-welded components to achieve desired configurations.
- Delivered project updates to superintendent and detailed issues that could halt work progress.
- Coordinated with subcontractors to ensure seamless integration of their work into the overall project timeline and quality standards.
- Complied with company safety regulations to prevent accidents on job sites.
- Delivered high-quality workmanship by closely monitoring construction processes and maintaining a keen attention to detail.
- Ensured safety compliance on job sites by implementing strict safety protocols and regular inspections.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Maintained full set of company tools to use on jobs.
- Reduced project costs by optimizing material usage, negotiating with suppliers, and streamlining workflows.
- Streamlined workflow processes for improved efficiency and timely project delivery.
- Achieved project completion within deadlines by efficiently managing resources and workforce.
- Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding and using other equipment.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
Lead Welder
Ghazarian Welding Inc
02.2021 - 03.2024
- Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Used MIG gun arc to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpieces.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate fabrication according to design specifications.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques, applying appropriate methods for each specific project requirement.
- Reduced material waste for improved cost savings with precise fabrication measurements.
- Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
Welder
Jim Birges Manufacturing
03.2019 - 02.2021
- Repaired manufactured products by dismantling, straitening, reshaping and reassembling parts.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag and spatter using hand tools.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Screen Welder
Commercial Manufacturing
02.2016 - 02.2019
- Operated and maintained press punch
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Established a clean and organized work area, contributing to a safe and efficient work environment for all team members.
- Reviewed and interpreted service manuals, specifications, wiring diagrams, and blueprints.
- Increased productivity by accurately interpreting blueprints, schematics, or instructions from supervisors before starting tasks.
- Ensured quality workmanship by closely following blueprints, specifications, codes, and instructions from supervisors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clovis High School
Clovis, CASkills
- Tig Welding (stainless, purge pipe, pipe, fittings, aluminum, and repairs)
- Mig welding (stainless, pipe, dual shield and flux core)
- Arc welding
- Plumbing
- Installing Motors
- Blueprint interpretation expertise
- Extremely quick learner
- Strong math skills
- Small parts assembly
- Skilled in final assembly processes
- Pneumatic tools use
- Maintenance of shop equipment
- Fusing, cutting and measuring tools experience
- Knowledge of metal parts and assemblies
- Forklift operator
- Power and hand tools
- Safety procedures knowledge
- Works well independently
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Effective at multi-tasking
- Valid California driver's license
- Possesses a reliable vehicle
- Capable of heavy lifting
- Dependable and reliable
- Self-motivated
- Safety-conscious
- Pipe welding
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Welding procedure specification
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Torch cutting
- Fabrication
- Multitasking
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Heavy Lifting
- Repair work
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Mechanical tools
- Precision Alignment
- Pneumatic controls
- Motor Alignment
- Hydraulic systems
- Rigging Techniques
- Equipment Inspections
- Work Planning
- Safety Procedures
- Bearing installation
- Parts Installation
- Equipment Assembly
- Equipment Repair
- Troubleshooting
- Conveyor Systems
- Valve maintenance
- Machinery Maintenance
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Welding expertise
- Equipment categorization
- Torque specifications
- Industrial Mechanics
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Differential Repair
- Manual Transmission Repair
- Exhaust Systems
- Electrical Systems
- Pneumatic Systems
- Filter Replacements
- Tire Services
- Automotive diagnostics
- Turbocharger Repair
- Auto and engine repair
- Engine repair
- Vehicle inspections
Timeline
Project Foreman
ProSteel
03.2024 - 08.2024
Lead Welder
Ghazarian Welding Inc
02.2021 - 03.2024
Welder
Jim Birges Manufacturing
03.2019 - 02.2021
Screen Welder
Commercial Manufacturing
02.2016 - 02.2019
High School Diploma -
Clovis High School
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