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William Osborn

Lawrenceburg,TN

Summary

With a proven track record at Buffalo River Truss, I excel in welding inspection and multitasking, ensuring projects meet building code requirements while leading teams to exceed safety standards. My expertise in MIG welding and ability to oversee complex projects from conception to completion has consistently enhanced productivity by over 30%.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Welder

Buffalo River Truss
Lobelville, TN
11.2022 - 11.2023
  • Analyzed blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine job requirements.
  • Developed welding plans and procedures for production processes.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
  • Supervised other welders in the shop to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Inspected welds visually
  • Repaired broken parts or fabricate new components from raw materials using cutting torches and plasma cutters.
  • Created jigs and fixtures for welding projects that require accuracy or repeatability.
  • Utilized various tools such as grinders, saws, drills and measuring devices during fabrication process.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting problems related to welding processes or equipment malfunctions.
  • Updated records pertaining to job progress, materials used and labor costs associated with each job completed.
  • Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
  • Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
  • Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.

Senior Deckhand

Marquette Transportation Company
Paducah, KY
08.2019 - 09.2021
  • Assisted with mooring operations, such as anchoring and towing.
  • Maintained deck equipment and machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Performed daily maintenance on the vessel's hull, rigging, and superstructure.
  • Inspected all safety equipment regularly to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Conducted shipboard drills for crew members to practice emergency procedures.
  • Provided assistance to passengers while boarding or disembarking from the vessel.
  • Monitored weather conditions and reported any changes to Captain and Chief Mate.
  • Managed inventory of supplies needed for voyage and restocked items as necessary.
  • Organized storage areas on board the vessel to maximize space utilization.
  • Communicated with other vessels via radio regarding navigational issues or hazards.
  • Instructed new crewmembers on proper use of deck equipment and safety protocols.
  • Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing first aid or other assistance.

MIG Welder

Cornerstone tooling and racking
Lawrenceburg, TN
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Performed MIG welding on a variety of metals, including steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
  • Assessed projects to determine the appropriate welding process and equipment needed.
  • Set up and operated MIG welding machines according to established safety procedures.
  • Monitored welds for quality assurance purposes.
  • Inspected finished products to ensure accuracy in accordance with blueprints and specifications.
  • Troubleshot welding problems as required.
  • Filled gaps between parts using various types of filler materials such as fluxes, rods, wires and alloys.
  • Cleaned workpieces prior to welding using wire brushes, grinders or chemical solutions.
  • Reviewed blueprints and drawings to determine work requirements prior to beginning projects.
  • Worked collaboratively with other team members to complete complex projects efficiently within deadlines.

Warehouse Forklift Operator

South East Carriers
Lawrenceburg, TN
01.2015 - 12.2016
  • Operated forklift to load and unload product pallets onto trucks.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records and prepared reports for management.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the forklift.
  • Followed standard operating procedures to safely stack and store materials in the warehouse.
  • Performed daily pre-shift inspections on forklifts and other equipment.
  • Organized items according to size, type, style, color, or product code.
  • Assisted with shipping and receiving activities as needed.
  • Conducted regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
  • Processed orders by picking products from shelves within the warehouse.
  • Received incoming shipments and checked contents against purchase orders.
  • Unloaded incoming supplies and placed them into designated storage areas.
  • Completed paperwork related to deliveries including bills of lading, packing slips.
  • Operated manual pallet jacks to move material around the warehouse.
  • Utilized radio frequency scanners for tracking material movement throughout the warehouse.
  • Cleaned up spills or debris in work areas immediately following an incident.
  • Inspected material handling equipment for defects prior to use.
  • Reported any issues or discrepancies regarding product quantity or quality to supervisors immediately.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
  • Operated forklift to transport goods throughout warehouse.
  • Loaded or unloaded shipments on trucks.
  • Located, pulled and prepared orders.
  • Boxed, labeled and added shrink wrapping to items.
  • Staged goods in loading dock area.
  • Stored material by moving to appropriate area in warehouse.
  • Handled maintenance tasks on equipment by checking fuel, lubricants, oil, antifreeze, tires and general condition.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase productivity.
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
  • Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.

Education

High School Diploma -

LCHS
Lawrenceburg, TN
07-2015

Skills

  • Welding inspection
  • Building code requirements
  • Worksite safety
  • Rotational capacity testing
  • Structural welding
  • Welding procedure specification
  • Torch operation
  • MIG welding
  • Surface grinding
  • Grinding skills
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Grinding and buffing
  • Cutting techniques
  • Machine Operation

Affiliations

  • I work with my family to ensure we all have yards to mow year round.
  • I work on fixing and selling used vehicles as those jobs come.

Languages

English
Professional

Timeline

Lead Welder

Buffalo River Truss
11.2022 - 11.2023

Senior Deckhand

Marquette Transportation Company
08.2019 - 09.2021

MIG Welder

Cornerstone tooling and racking
01.2017 - 01.2018

Warehouse Forklift Operator

South East Carriers
01.2015 - 12.2016

High School Diploma -

LCHS

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