Gino - MIG-Welder

Demonstrated experience with MIG Welding.

Demonstrated experience with TIG Welding.

Demonstrated experience with Stick Welding.

Demonstrated experience with Flux Core Arc Welding.

Demonstrated experience with Shielded Metal Arc Welding.

Lead in the chassis dept.. Responsible for safe and successful fabrication of telehandler chassis.

Operated forklifts. Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.. Joined metal pieces using MIG, TIG, and other welding techniques.. Executed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods.. Repaired and maintained heavy-duty machinery to ensure operational reliability.. Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.. Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.. Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.. Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.. Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.. Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate project execution.. Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together or machined.. Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.. Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently.. Assisted in training junior welders on proper techniques and safety protocols.. Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.. Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all welding operations.. Ensure all safe practices and and quality were paramount to obtain successful production.. Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflow in the shop.. Maintained welding equipment and tools for optimal performance.. Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.. Installed new plant equipment per manufacturer's instructions while adhering to safety protocols.. Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.. Operated forklifts to move large components around the shop floor.. When needed would perform special tasks asked by upper management due to my precision and skill.

Owned and operated fencing business for 5 years. Provided leadership.. Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.. Monitored and ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations to maintain operational integrity. Estimated and survey land and wall opening for measurements for materials list.. Managed day to day operations. Oversaw budgeting and financial management.. Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.. Responsible for advertising company name to gain work.. Fabricated fence panels, entry ways, pool code gates etc.. I was responsible for plant maintenance keeping the plant running efficiently.

Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.. Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.. Configured and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment to meet project specifications. Ensured all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods.. Cutting and de burring of material. Maintained shop production. Supervised and maintained production.