Todd Leitgeb
West Allis
Summary
Detail-oriented Lead Assembler with over eight years of experience in assembly and fabrication. Specializes in quality inspection, process optimization, and safety compliance, enhancing production efficiency. Skilled in precision assembly, materials management, and employee training. Strong collaborator with effective communication and problem-solving abilities, contributing to operational efficiency and product quality.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Assembler
Ludman Industries
Milwaukee
02.2018 - Current
- Assembled components following detailed blueprints and specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to identify and implement improvements in assembly processes and workflows.
- Trained new employees on assembly techniques and safety protocols.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams to determine the parts needed for assembly.
- Operated hand tools and machinery to complete assembly tasks efficiently.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and adherence to standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure operational efficiency.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues during the assembly process.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance production efficiency within the team.
- Inspected finished products for accuracy against specifications.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and proper use of tools and equipment.
- Implemented preventative maintenance measures to extend life cycle of machines used in assembly process.
- Managed daily assembly line operations, including shift scheduling and duty assignments to ensure smooth workflow.
- Set up and performed hand and automatic assembly operations on components, sub-assemblies and assemblies.
- Performed visual and mechanical quality verifications to meet customer specifications.
- Completed accurate assembly work by positioning and aligning components.
Fabrication Welder
Steelcraft
Hartford
03.2012 - 02.2018
- Welded metal pieces together using MIG, TIG, and other welding processes as required.
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Inspected welded joints and structures to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
- Identified fabrication process defects and executed corrective measures to enhance output quality.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Maintained welding equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Adhered to safety protocols in all fabrication tasks.
- Assisted in training new welders on best practices and techniques.
- Operated various hand tools and machinery for metal fabrication tasks.
- Maintained a clean work area in accordance with safety regulations.
- Operated forklifts to move large components around the shop floor.
- Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.
- Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
- Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for welding operations by grinding, sanding, or polishing as needed.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding progress of tasks assigned throughout the day.
- Utilized overhead cranes to lift heavy objects into place during fabrication projects.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviation in cut length specs.
- Repaired damaged metallic components utilizing welding techniques such as gas tungsten arc welding or shielded metal arc welding.
- Attended regular safety meetings to stay up-to-date on best practices while working with hazardous materials.
- Verified finished products met engineering standards prior to shipment.
- Stacked finished product on pallets according to packaging standard.
Education
GED -
Thru Unemployment
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Assembly techniques
- Mechanical assembly
- Product assembly
- Final assembly processes
- Quality inspection
- Quality control inspection
- Blueprint interpretation
- Process optimization
- Equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Pneumatic tools use
- Electrical wiring
- Tool maintenance
- Manufacturing
- Machining
- Production scheduling
- Workplace safety procedures
- Safety compliance
- ISO standards compliance
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Deadline management
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Adaptive decision making
- Effective communication
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving
- Final assembly processes
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Lead Assembler
Ludman Industries
02.2018 - Current
Fabrication Welder
Steelcraft
03.2012 - 02.2018
GED -
Thru Unemployment