Willie Chataignier

• Assembled finished products using manual or assisted methods.
• Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
• Performed aluminum welding on a variety of aircraft components and assemblies.
• Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
• Evaluated completed workpieces against specified tolerances using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers.
• Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
• Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
• Processed welded component parts with use of machinery such as mills, lathes and grinders.
• Operated oxyacetylene cutting equipment to cut material prior to fabrication processes.
• Welded and assembled systems and sub-assembly components.
• Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
• Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
• Installed, repaired, and modified structural steel components in installations.
• Created custom pieces by cutting, forming, machining, grinding and finishing metals as required.
• Melted and applied solder along adjoining edges of workpieces to solder joints.
• Adhered to established shop procedures when fabricating components from raw materials such as tubing, plates or rods.
• Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
• Used appropriate filler materials and correct gas mixtures with each different alloy.
• Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Positioned and secured workpieces using hoists, wire and banding machines or hand tools.
• Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications.
• Repaired broken or cracked aluminum castings using arc-welding equipment.

• Collaborated in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
• Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
• Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
• Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while operating forklifts.
• Utilized RF scanners to track location of inventory items in the warehouse.
• Inspected forklifts for safety and operational issues prior to use.
• Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
• Released materials in to hoppers to minimize waste.
• Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
• Adjusted controls to regulate speed of movement of attachments or treads.
• Used tools, equipment and winches to lift, move and bunch logs.
• Followed safety protocols while operating heavy machinery in accordance with company policies.
• Cleaned up after each job was completed including sweeping up any spilled materials or debris left behind.
• Maintained cleanliness of worksite by removing trash and other debris.
• Safely maneuvered skid steers around tight spaces without damaging property.
• Followed maps and GPS systems to promptly complete tasks.
• Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
• Inspected machines before use to ensure safe operation and compliance with safety regulations.
• Placed blocks and scotches to prevent shifting and movement.
• Repaired and lubricated machines, adjusting as necessary.
• Performed regular lubrication of moving parts of the machine as required by manufacturer instructions.
• Operated heavy machinery such as loaders, dozers, trucks, and diggers in a safe manner.
• Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding job progress and any issues encountered during operations.
• Recorded data related to mining activities such as tonnage produced or mined materials extracted.
• Followed standard operating procedures when handling hazardous materials.
• Reported any problems or potential hazards related to the operation of machines immediately.
• Followed standard operating procedures while using mining equipment.

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