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Timothy Beard

Valdosta,GA

Summary

Adept at Mig, Stick, and Flux Core Welding. I significantly enhanced production efficiently and safely at Alloy Cladding. My expertise is blueprint reading and fabrication, coupled with exceptional time management, ensures adherence to project deadlines and industry standards, fostering a reputation for high quality work and customer satisfaction. Proactive welder with background protecting components from distortion and producing high quality work. Dependable, safety oriented and diligent about accomplishing deadlines by applying excellent welding and fitting abilities. Highly experienced in various welding procedures. Observant professional with extensive knowledge of welding and millwright applications. Successful at cutting costs without sacrificing quality and dedicated to completing projects on time. Skilled with NDT in metal material work.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Welder/Millwright

Alloy Cladding
03.2018 - Current
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
  • Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
  • Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
  • Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
  • Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
  • Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.

Millwright/Fabricator

Langdale Forest Products
05.2011 - 03.2018
  • Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
  • Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
  • Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
  • Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
  • Conducted comprehensive inspections of machinery to identify potential problems and ensure optimal performance.
  • Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
  • Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
  • Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with [Number]% accuracy.
  • Mentored junior millwrights as they acquired new skills and gained familiarity with complex industrial machinery operations.
  • Optimized equipment lifespan through proactive monitoring of wear patterns and making adjustments as needed.
  • Collaborated with engineering to design modifications for machinery, enhancing performance and reliability.
  • Conducted detailed machinery installations, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to manufacturer specifications.
  • Troubleshot machinery problems and suggested accurate repairs.
  • Positioned steel beams to support bedplates of machines and equipment using blueprints and schematic drawings.
  • Assembled and welded components to create metal structures.
  • Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
  • Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
  • Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.

Education

High School Diploma -

Towanda High School
Towanda, PA
05.1992

Skills

  • Welding
  • Fabrication
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Stick Welding
  • Torch cutting
  • Layout and Fitting
  • Shaping and cutting
  • Flux-Cored Arc Welding
  • Structural welding
  • Steel Fabrication
  • Tool repair and maintenance
  • Cutting techniques
  • Sheet Metal Fabrication
  • Parts Fabrication
  • Welding Position Proficiency
  • Joint Preparation
  • Surface Preparation
  • Brake Press Operation
  • Hand-Forming Workpieces
  • Non-Destructive Testing
  • Scaffolding Safety
  • Valve repairs
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Aluminum Metal Welding
  • Stainless Steel Metal Welding
  • Portable Grinders
  • Measurements and Calculations
  • Component Fabrication

Certification

Certified welder for Alloy Cladding in carbon and stainless steel.

Timeline

Welder/Millwright

Alloy Cladding
03.2018 - Current

Millwright/Fabricator

Langdale Forest Products
05.2011 - 03.2018

High School Diploma -

Towanda High School
Timothy Beard