Thomas Ladner

Welder Foreman

Kinross Gold

07.2019 - 09.2024

Increased overall productivity by implementing efficient welding techniques and processes.
Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback to improve skills and productivity.
Collaborated with other foremen to streamline workflows for improved efficiency across teams.
Reduced workplace accidents by enforcing strict safety protocols and conducting regular safety training sessions.
Conducted employee evaluations based on quality metrics derived from completed projects as well as adherence to company policies regarding timelines and safety procedures.
Managed a team of welders, ensuring timely project completion and high-quality workmanship.
Implemented cost-saving measures by optimizing resource usage and reducing waste materials in the fabrication process.
Balanced workload distribution among welders while maintaining high-quality output levels throughout each project phase.
Mentored junior welders, sharing valuable industry knowledge and fostering a skilled workforce.
Troubleshot issues related to equipment or workflow inefficiencies, implementing effective solutions promptly.
Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
Conducted special welds with extremely low tolerances for industrial operations.
Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.