Zachary Dunham
Springfield,OH
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Welder
All Ohio Welding Inc.
St. Paris, Ohio
10.2024 - Current
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise assembly.
- Conducted quality inspections on welded joints for structural integrity.
- Operated various welding equipment and tools, maintaining safety standards.
Casting Die Service Technician
Honda Manufacturing
Anna, OH
03.2022 - 08.2024
- Identified and resolved mechanical malfunctions in production equipment to support uninterrupted operations.
- Performed regular maintenance inspections to guarantee compliance with safety regulations and enhance equipment dependability.
- Coordinated with team members to refine workflows, resulting in enhanced efficiency on the assembly line.
- Conducted comprehensive training to enhance staff proficiency in machinery operation and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
Lead Welder
Bundy Baking Solutions
Urbana, OH
06.2017 - 03.2022
- Led welding operations to ensure adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored junior welders, enhancing team skills and performance.
- Developed and implemented process improvements, increasing workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to interpret blueprints and technical specifications accurately.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity
Southern New Hampshire University
Connecticut Certification - Welding
Hobart Institute of Welding
Troy, OH07.2017
Navarre High School
Navarre, FL06.2011
Skills
- MIG, TIG, and Stick Welding (Certified; MIG short-circuit structural D11 certified)
- Fabrication & Metal Repair (stainless steel, chromoly, aluminum, plate steel, tubing)
- Blueprint & Technical Drawing Interpretation
- Precision Measurement Tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, squares)
- Die teardown, cleaning, and reassembly
- Gate, runner, and cavity inspection
- Trimming, deburring, and polishing of die components
- Troubleshooting cracks, thermal fatigue, leaks, and sticking issues
- Coatings, lubrication systems, and cooling line maintenance
- Hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
- Lockout/Tagout procedures
- Root cause failure diagnostics
- Ladles, furnaces, cooling systems, shot blasting, and trimming equipment
- Understanding of melt flow, porosity, defects, and casting
- Setup, calibration, and safety adjustments
- Torches, grinders, drills, impact tools, die tools
- OSHA standards
- PPE compliance
- Quality inspections & documentation
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting ability
- High attention to detail and quality
- Reliable, safety-focused work ethic
- Strong teamwork and communication
- Ability to work in fast-paced, high-heat industrial environments
- Problem-solving under pressure
- Adaptable and quick to learn new machines
Experienced welder and die service technician with 6 years in fabrication, welding (MIG/TIG), and casting equipment maintenance in high-volume manufacturing environments Skilled in die repair, mechanical troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and quality-led production support D11 certified with strong safety focus and technical problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
All Ohio Welding Inc.
10.2024 - Current
Casting Die Service Technician
Honda Manufacturing
03.2022 - 08.2024
Lead Welder
Bundy Baking Solutions
06.2017 - 03.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity
Southern New Hampshire University
Certification - Welding
Hobart Institute of Welding
Navarre High School