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Wesley Dawes

Wesley Dawes

Lima ,OH

Summary

Accomplished Lead Man at Unverferth with a proven track record in enhancing team performance and project completion through effective mentoring and resource management. Skilled in Gas Metal Arc Welding and fostering teamwork, I significantly improved safety and operational efficiency. Certified in Fanuc and Yaskawa Robotic Operations, my innovative approach and leadership have consistently driven project success and quality excellence.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Man

Unverferth
02.2022 - Current
  • Assisted in employee training, boosting their skills and knowledge base for enhanced job performance.
  • Prioritized tasks based on deadline requirements, ensuring timely completion of assignments without compromising quality.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to enable safe and efficient job performance.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Played a crucial role in meeting project deadlines by effectively managing resources at hand.
  • Oversaw daily operations leading to reduced errors through proactive monitoring of progress.
  • Monitored equipment maintenance, reducing downtime and maintaining optimal performance.
  • Performed safety and environmental health observations and notified management of non-compliance issues to promote safe working conditions.
  • Contributed to problem-solving efforts, identifying root causes of issues and implementing effective solutions.
  • Increased safety awareness with regular safety meetings and adherence to industry guidelines.
  • Established clear communication channels to foster teamwork and collaboration among team members.
  • Confirmed that finished products met internal and external requirements to promote uniform quality standard.
  • Followed applicable safety and health policies and procedures to promote crew safety and minimize accidents.
  • Collaborated closely with other department leads ensuring alignment of goals across multiple projects.
  • Monitored parts inventories and approved parts requisitions to maintain sufficient quantities for timely mine operations.
  • Maintained high levels of worker morale through consistent encouragement leading to better retention rates.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.

Factory Welder

Unverferth
02.2022 - Current
  • Ensured high-quality welds by conducting thorough inspections and adhering to industry standards.
  • Troubleshot issues with welding equipment and implemented solutions, reducing delays in production schedules.
  • Completed challenging repair work, restoring the functionality of damaged components through expert welding skills.
  • Operated a variety of hand tools, power tools, and cutting machines for efficient material preparation before welding tasks.
  • Interpreted complex blueprints and schematics accurately to ensure proper assembly of welded components.
  • Maintained a safe working environment, following strict safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Improved production efficiency by implementing advanced welding techniques and processes.
  • Delivered consistent results under tight deadlines without compromising quality or safety standards during fast-paced production periods.

Landscaper

Integrity Landscaping
05.2020 - 02.2022
  • Ensured high-quality welds by conducting thorough inspections and adhering to industry standards.
  • Troubleshot issues with welding equipment and implemented solutions, reducing delays in production schedules.
  • Completed challenging repair work, restoring the functionality of damaged components through expert welding skills.
  • Operated a variety of hand tools, power tools, and cutting machines for efficient material preparation before welding tasks.
  • Interpreted complex blueprints and schematics accurately to ensure proper assembly of welded components.
  • Maintained a safe working environment, following strict safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Improved production efficiency by implementing advanced welding techniques and processes.
  • Delivered consistent results under tight deadlines without compromising quality or safety standards during fast-paced production periods.

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

Bath High School
Lima, OH
05.2023

Welding 12 Pint Industry Credential - Welding And Fabrication

Apollo Career Center
Lima, OH
05.2023

Skills

  • Fanuc Robotic Operations Certified
  • Yaskawa Robotic Operations Certified
  • National Technical Honors Society Member
  • Graduated Top of Welding Class
  • Participated in Skills USA
  • Mentoring abilities
  • Innovation Skills
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
  • Gas Metal Arc Welding
  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding
  • Welding Position Proficiency

References

Bryan Blue (Unverferth Supervisor)

(419) 235-4501

Randy Wells ( Vocational Teacher)

(419) 605-3774

Alex Clow ( Landscaping Business Owner)

(567) 712-0585

Timeline

Lead Man

Unverferth
02.2022 - Current

Factory Welder

Unverferth
02.2022 - Current

Landscaper

Integrity Landscaping
05.2020 - 02.2022

High School Diploma - General Studies

Bath High School

Welding 12 Pint Industry Credential - Welding And Fabrication

Apollo Career Center

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