Welder
Resume examples

Operated a wide range of welding equipment, performing the four common welding types, including shielded metal arc welding, flux-cored arc welding, gas metal arc welding, and gas tungsten arc welding.

• Interpreted blueprints, diagrams, and sketches, building complex structures through accurate welding of trusses, columns, and rafters.
• Ensured quality by conducting exhaustive inspections on all welded surfaces and joints, identifying and remediating any flaws.
• Lauded by the management for delivering quality works three times faster than most starter-level welders.

Operated various metal forming and cutting machines such as Plasma, Shears, Iron Worker, Brakes, Drill Presses, and Saws. Welded all metals, ferrous and non-ferrous. GTAW (TIG) welding processes.

• Utilized TIG welder to assemble fabricated metal products efficiently to maximize production.
• Produced strong penetrated welds that are smooth, non-porous, and consistent while adhering to procedures and Welding Safety and OSHA requirements.
• Used appropriate jigs and fixtures to assist in the assembly process.
• Maintained a level of output that will minimize production delays. Ensured work areas are clean and organized.

Managed a machine shop supervising 2 apprentices and 10 junior welders. Welded, maintained, and designed high-grade stainless steel to the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, semiconductor machines while maintaining the best quality standards. Planned, designed, and completed several end-to-end welding projects for diverse clients.

• Utilized cutting torch equipment to dismantle assemblies and to cut material to size and shape.
• Studied blueprint, engineering specifications, and production schedules.

Directed 40 team members overseeing electrical, plumbing, heating, carpentry, dirt work, equipment relocation, set-up, and rebuild. Trained and performed performance evaluation for maintenance workers.

• Facilitated, monitored, and managed the full range of mechanical equipment and machinery repair including unsupervised maintenance, troubleshooting, servicing, and testing.
• Conducted equipment and component inspections, functional checks, and preventive maintenance; removed, repaired, reassembled, and replaced components and systems.
• Provided detailed technical insight, interpreted inspection findings, and implemented a comprehensive course of action.
• Inspected and tested completed metal workpieces to ensure conformation to specifications, using metal and testing devices.