JK Jeff Knudsen

Cedar Falls, Iowa ***** 319-***-**** ad3qbt@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

Results-oriented Welder with 10+ years of experience in MIG welding for structural construction applications. Adaptable and dependable professional offering strong focus and dedication to teamwork and achievement of project goals. Meticulous and safety-oriented with familiarity in manufacturing standards and regulations.

SKILLS 10+ years experience

Trained in robotic welding

Proficient in MIG, TIG, SMAW

welding, torch, and plasma cutting

Strong attention to detail

Reliable, punctual, and have good

attendance

A.W.S. certified

Reading drawings, models and

blueprints

Readily adapt to new positions of

responsibility

WORK HISTORY FABRICATION WELDER 09/2021 to CURRENT CPM Roskamp Champion Waterloo, IA

Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.

Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.

Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.

Avoided warping, shrinkage and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.

WELDER/FABRICATOR 09/2018 to 09/2021

GMT Fabrication Waverly, IA

Read and interpret blueprints

Tack, weld, and fabricate product to print specification Operate overhead cranes and hoists

Use heating and cutting torches, grinders and other tools to fabricate Cross train on multiple products

Inspected and repaired components to implement corrective action Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning and welding processes

Obtained desired configurations by clamping and tack-welding components WELDER FABRICATOR 01/2018 to 09/2018

Con-Trol/CMC

Weld and fabricate or repair parts racks

Operate saw and shear

Operate forklifts

Used mathematical abilities to measure distances and determine materials needed

Fabricated average of 20 parts racks daily

WELDER 02/2017 to 12/2017

Universal Industries

Read and interpret blueprints

Use spot welder, MIG welder, overhead cranes/hoists Operate robotic welder

Fit and weld Parts according to print specs

Set up and operated welding equipment to complete all welding projects on-time

Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning and welding processes

Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges and combination square sand calipers WELDER 09/2015 to 02/2017

Iowa Laser

Read and interpret blueprints

Locate and pull parts

Tack and weld parts to blueprint specs

Maintain clean safe work area

Operate forklift

Set up and operated welding equipment to complete all welding projects on-time

WELDER 05/2014 to 08/2016

GMT

Read and interpret blueprints

Tack, weld, and fabricate average 1 crane per week Abide by company policies and A.W.S. codes

Maintain clean and hazard free work environment

Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials Adjusted weld machines to correct settings prior to weld applications for precision and waste reduction

EDUCATION Associate of Applied Science Welding

Hawkeye Community College, Waterloo, IA

Associate of Applied Science Automotive Technology Hawkeye Community College, Waterloo, IA

High School Diploma General Studies

East High School, Waterloo, IA

Certificate Robotic Welding 2013

Hawkeye Community College, Waterloo, IA

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