Tracy Pugh
Jamestown,IN
Summary
Dynamic Welder-Trainer at Hendrickson Trailer Suspensions, skilled in MIG welding, with a keen attention to detail. Enhanced production efficiency through collaboration and critical thinking, while ensuring top-notch quality in weld inspections. Committed to safety and excellence in steel fabrication and equipment operation.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder-Trainer-Back up Team Lead
Hendrickson Trailer Suspensions
11.2004 - Current
- Operated MIG welding equipment to fabricate and assemble trailer suspension components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise fabrication of parts.
- Conducted quality inspections on welds to maintain high standards of safety and performance.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency in production processes.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with engineering team to improve design specifications and welding techniques.
- Trained junior welders on safety protocols and best practices in welding operations.
- Streamlined workflow processes, reducing material waste during fabrication tasks.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on welding machines to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- 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.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
- Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Frankfort Senior High
Frankfort, IN1989
Skills
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Torch cutting
- Layout and fitting
- Critical thinking
- Shaping and cutting
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Vertical welding
- Structural welding
- Steel fabrication
- Flat welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Equipment operation
- Horizontal welding
- MIG welding professional
- Arc welding
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Personal protective equipment
- Precision measuring tools
- Wire feed machines
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Welding procedure specification
- Parts fabrication
- Welding position proficiency
- Crane operation
- Joint preparation
- Welding symbols
- Surface preparation
- Precision measuring
- Hazardous material handling
- Hand-forming workpieces
- Materials selection
- Plasma arc welding
- Heat treatment
- Supply management
- Fire prevention
- Valve repairs
- Distortion control
- Time management
- Health and safety
- Safety equipment usage
- Machine adjustment
- Tool operation
- Hand-eye coordination
- Inspection protocols
- OSHA compliance
- Equipment Repair
- Equipment maintenance
- Measurement tools
- Reweld application
- Product welding
- ISO9001 trained
- Welding safety
- Worksite organization
- Welding inspection
- MIG welding
- Hand and power tool operation
- Power tools
- Welding techniques
- Power tools operation
- Power tool operation
- Decision-making
- Surface grinding
Additional Information
References available upon request
Timeline
Welder-Trainer-Back up Team Lead
Hendrickson Trailer Suspensions
11.2004 - Current
High School Diploma -
Frankfort Senior High