Quality Assurance Management

VIRGIL SMART

**** ********* *****, *************, ** 30044

Cell: 770-***-****

Email: ******.*****@*****.***

November 9, 2011

Welder/Fabricator/Pipefitter

Lawrenceville, GA 30045

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am very interested in a position for a welder, metal fabricator or pipefitter, or any job requiring these skills. I feel I can offer much in such a position, and would be an asset to the company that hires me.

The qualifications, skills and professional knowledge I can bring to this company include:

Wide range of experience in achieving optimal operation of machinery

Thirty-plus years practicing all types of welding, certified in Mig welding

Directed full operations of workshops and construction businesses

Great problem-solving skills, using experience and innovative solutions

Tenacity, a drive to keep all things in top order, patience, focus, and stamina.

In addition to my extensive welding and diverse machinery experience, I have excellent communication skills. I’ve always been known for a gracious and professional manner when communicating with people, including clients, managers and co-workers. My broad experience and wide range of skills make me a superior candidate for any position needing this level of expertise. I would be able to start immediately. My resume follows this letter and provides additional information on my background and qualifications.

If you are looking for a dependable, results-oriented professional with a solid performance track, I would be interested in speaking with you as soon as possible. I can be reached at the above telephone number, and look forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards,

Virgil Smart

Virgil Smart

VIRGIL SMART

1317 Peninsula Trace. Lawrenceville, GA 30044 770-***-**** - Email: ******.*****@*****.***

OBJECTIVE: Seeking a position using skills of Pipe Fitter/Welder/Fabricator.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Diverse background and experience in Construction Management, Fabrication, Welding, Pipe Fitting, Carpentry, Cost and Inventory Control, Operations Management, Codes and Specifications. Highly committed with proven leadership and management experience. Proven ability to work on diverse jobs such as railings, gates, and security treatment using aluminum, steel, brass, copper and wood. Adaptable to both job specific problems and environmental challenges that are part of the job. Proven ability to work closely with architect or builder, providing completion of the job on time and within budget constraints. Prepared to design and create custom tools to specific jobs to enhance functionality and performance. Utilized Windows XP, 2000, Word, Internet and Email. Available to travel anywhere in Southeastern U.S., ideally in the Atlanta, GA area.

CORPORATE TRAINING:

Inventory Systems, Safety & Awareness Skills, Equipment Materials & Parts Management, Administration, Financial Management, Budgets, Teambuilding, Quality Assurance, Project Management, and Forklift Driving. Utilized: Stand Up/Reach Cherry Picker, Hanging Scaffolds, Pallet Jack, Scissor Lift, and Clamp Truck. Machinery Equipment Skills: TIG Welding, MIG Welding, Fluxcore welding, soldering, brazing, machine lathe, wood lathe, milling machine, mechanical layout, mechanical drawings and blueprints.

CERTIFICATIONS: Certified for Pipefitting UA12W and OSHA 10 Certified 2009

Member, Local 72 (Pipefitter Local) 2007-present, Overhead/Vertical Fluxcore Plate Test

RELEVANT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Project/ Construction Management:

Directed management and building personnel including Managers, contract help, and crews in a

labor-intensive environment. Contracted and built custom work on property valued up to $600,000 in subdivisions communities and commercial sites. Bid jobs, provided estimates, and assisted in the generation of financial and cost analysis reports. Delegated work assignments to appropriate individuals and consistently reassigning job duties as needed. Utilized problem solving skills for clients, and for increased employee retention. Ensured staff presented a professional appearance and delivered quality service. Monitored performance goals, cost controls, quality, and building codes on a consistent basis, with an end result of increasing overall production. Ability to visualize innovations and. make adjustments to floor plans. Designed and crafted my own custom tools and trained subcontractors how to use them.

Pulled permits for City of Atlanta for restaurant projects. Participated in safety training and awareness, quality assurance measures and productions meeting. Utilized time management to prioritize job completions, while supervising multiple locations. Organized and maintained inventory and customer parts at the site. Secured inventory at site to reduce employee or outside theft by auditing inventory daily. Coordinated walkthroughs with customers to ensure all punch out items were completed and ready for inspection and closings. Constructed pools, fences and new construction of office buildings from pre-designed drawings or my own custom designs based on clients' specifications.

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Strong Operations Management:

Identified revenue goals and budget planning for construction/ specialty custom projects and defined the resources needed and time constraints to achieve them. Demonstrated strategic decision making with the vision to drive business by controlling expenses, achieving monthly and annual revenue, and building a team with impact.

Directed full operations, management, security, budgets, inventory, sales and marketing and created expected sales projections. Recruited, interviewed, and hired new contractors.

Directed responsibilities of 10 employees and 20 subcontractors.

Fabrication, Pipe Fitting and Welding Skills:

Fabricated and custom built vacuum-forming tools for production in the aeronautical technical industry.

Evaluated and resolved maintenance issues to customer satisfaction by troubleshooting equipment. Identified problems, diagnosed causes and determined corrective actions using hand tools, soldering and various test equipment.

Ability to read blueprints and schematics. Experienced in roll welding and position welding. Repaired and provided restoration of antique brass beds, metal furniture, racks, and stonework for custom fireplaces, counter tops, artistic signage and flooring. Worked with steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, cast iron, bronze and fine stone.

Fabricated and installed a bronze spiral staircase for a large law firm in which the work was featured in a national interior design magazine as well as a local business publication.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Cleveland Electric Company, Atlanta, GA, Welder/Fitter 2011

Fluor Corporation, Maintenance Division, Atlanta, GA, Fitter 2010-2011

Vacuum Tooling Solutions, Woodstock, GA, Welder/Tool Fabricator 2010

Fluor Maintenance, Atlanta, GA, Welder/Pipe Fitter 2009

McKinney's, Atlanta, GA, Welder /Pipe Fitter 2008

Air Conditioning Services, Smyrna, GA, Welder /Pipe Fitter 2009

Bachelor & Kimball, Lithonia, GA Welder /Pipe Fitter 2007 to 2008

Smart Manufacturing, Inc., Owner/Operator, Duluth, GA 1995-2006

Premier Brass, Atlanta, GA, Welder 1993-1995

Intelligent Enclosures, Atlanta, GA, Welder/ Fabricator/ Machinist 1993

Tech Expo, Atlanta, GA Independent Contractor, 1992

Leggett & Platt, Masterack Division, Atlanta, GA, Fabricator 1991-1992

Andree Studios, Atlanta, GA, Foreman Fabricator 1990-1991

Kinnane Woodworking, Atlanta, GA, Contractor 1990

Textile Warehouse, Chamblee, GA, Contractor 1989-1990

Arrow Graphics, Chamblee, GA, Contractor 1988-1989

Masonry Arts, Bessemer, AL, Stone Cutter/Finisher 1988

Renaissance Bronze, Birmingham, AL, Owner/Operator 1979-1988

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