Welder/Fabricator
Resume:
Michael Thomason
Chattanooga, TN *****
************@*****.***
Summary
Resourceful Supervisor trained in resolution of critical issues within time-sensitive environment with successful track record of building and maintaining talented teams. Highly organized, energetic and versatile leader committed to continuous improvements. Proven history of motivating staff to work together to achieve targets. Energetic. successful at motivating and building positive team dynamics to accomplish aggressive goals. Dedicated to open, communicative culture where employees feel empowered to contribute to company's success. Confident employee with exemplary fabricating and welding skills. Successful leader with more than 20 years in business. Dedicated to best-in-class service and known for effective problem-solving abilities.
Skills
Team Building
Budget Management
Documentation and Reporting
Onboarding and Orientation
Problem Resolution
Experience
July 2018 to February 2022
Labrie Enviroquip LaFayette, GA
Supervisor
Established and enforced clear goals to keep employees working collaboratively.
Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
Identified and corrected performance and personnel issues to reduce impact to business operations.
Maintained operating schedules to provide effective coverage for key areas and achieve objectives.
Interviewed applicants, recommended individuals for hiring and evaluated staff performance.
Conducted employee evaluations and reviews.
Realigned workflows with changing business demands by evaluating processes and employee strengths.
Developed position rotation to support continuous improvement and operator development.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Treated associates with fairness and respect, providing recognition of accomplishments.
Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints.
Oversaw efficient receiving and inventory management to keep stock within optimal levels.
Kept department on-target to meet sales and profit objectives by minimizing waste and pursuing revenue generation opportunities.
April 2014 to July 2019
Interstate machine works Ringgold, GA
Welding Fabricator
Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
Checked cut length frequently for deviation in cut length specs.
Deposited intermittent tack welds for fit-up and alignment of work assemblies.
Used jigs, fixtures and tools for assembly of parts and components.
Stacked finished product on pallets according to packaging standard.
Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
Interpreted assembly drawings and specifications and proceeded with proper soldering as prescribed.
Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
August 2013 to April 2014
Curbs Plus Ringgold, GA
Welding Fabricator
Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
Checked cut length frequently for deviation in cut length specs.
Used jigs, fixtures and tools for assembly of parts and components.
Stacked finished product on pallets according to packaging standard.
Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
October 2012 to May 2013
IBI power Chattanooga, TN
Welding Fabricator
Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
Checked cut length frequently for deviation in cut length specs.
Deposited intermittent tack welds for fit-up and alignment of work assemblies.
Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
Interpreted assembly drawings and specifications and proceeded with proper soldering as prescribed.
Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
February 2006 to October 2012
James H. Wright construction Ringgold, GA
Truck Foreman/shop Welder
Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
Monitored job site parts and equipment.
Diagnosed and corrected equipment and machinery malfunctions.
Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.
May 2005 to December 2005
Florida Rock Chattanooga, TN
Equipment Operator
Checked equipment for defects before and after shift and submitted report indicating equipment condition.
Operated yard loader loading dumptrucks
operated 70 ton dump truck transporting rock from pit to crusher
April 2004 to May 2005
Georgia Metal craft Flintstone, GA
Welding Fabricator
Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
Checked cut length frequently for deviation in cut length specs.
Deposited intermittent tack welds for fit-up and alignment of work assemblies.
Used jigs, fixtures and tools for assembly of parts and components.
Checked angle of pipe on angle table.
Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
Interpreted assembly drawings and specifications and proceeded with proper soldering as prescribed.
Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
Improved project completion time by managing multiple tasks using forklifts and other heavy equipment.
Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
Studied technical documentation to determine project specifications and determine correct welding techniques.
Cut components to fit circuit boards and repaired improperly assembled circuit boards.
Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
Adjusted functional parts of equipment and control instruments.
March 2002 to April 2004
ERMC Ringgold, GA
Shop Welder
Repaired Dozer blades Backhoe bucket mostly with a stick welder in the field
October 1996 to July 2001
Astec Rossville, GA
Welding Fabricator
Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
Checked cut length frequently for deviation in cut length specs.
Used jigs, fixtures and tools for assembly of parts and components.
Stacked finished product on pallets according to packaging standard.
Checked angle of pipe on angle table.
Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
manufacturing asphalt plants
Education and Training
May 1996 Ridgeland High School Rossville, GA
High School Diploma
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