Jessie Owens
Piedmont
Summary
Detail-oriented structural fitter/welder skilled in assembly, welding techniques, and blueprint reading. Committed to maintaining safety standards and promoting teamwork in high-pressure environments. Dedicated structural fitter/welder with proven expertise in metal fabrication and heavy machinery operation. Known for strong teamwork and adherence to safety protocols, contributing to efficient project execution and high-quality results. Results-driven structural fitter/welder with extensive experience in assembling components and operating welding equipment. Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints, ensuring precise fabrication while prioritizing safety and collaboration.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Structual fitter/welder
Steel Works of the Carolinas
Piedmont
02.2024 - Current
- Assembled components using hand tools and power tools.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area for safety.
- Collaborated with team members to understand project specifications.
- Assisted in lifting and positioning heavy materials during assembly.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure personal and team well-being.
- Learned machine operation for various fitting tasks effectively.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Used hand tools such as hammers, wrenches and screwdrivers to complete tasks efficiently.
- Fabricated metal components using welding and cutting tools.
- Drilled and tapped holes for installation of studs.
- Operated heavy machinery such as cranes in a safe manner.
- Operated welding equipment to join metal components securely.
- Assisted in preparing materials for welding processes.
- Cleaned work area regularly to promote safety and organization.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
Production MIG Welder
McLaughlin Body
Anderson
11.2022 - 02.2024
- Operated MIG welding equipment to assemble metal components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate production.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain safe work environment.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Adhered to safety standards and protocols during all welding activities.
- Handled equipment and materials following protocols for safe and cost-effective production.
- Calibrate and adjust equipment settings as necessary for optimal performance.
- Assist in training new personnel in the use of welding equipment.
- Clean parts before welding operation is performed using appropriate cleaning methods such as grinding or wire brushing.a
- Maintain a safe work area by adhering to safety regulations, policies and procedures.
- Monitor progress of welds throughout the entire process to ensure accuracy of joints.
- Identify proper filler metals for various metals being welded.
- Grind down excess weld, slag or spatter using power tools or hand tools.
- Repair defective parts or fill holes, indentations or seams in metal products.
- Ensure that all welds meet required standards for appearance, strength and penetration.
Education
GED -
Piedmont Technical College
Greenwood, SC02-2005
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Welding techniques
- Metal fabrication
- Safety compliance
- Machine operation
- Team collaboration
- MIG welding
- Structural assembly
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Hand and power tools
- Material prepping
- Cutting and grinding
- Torque wrench usage
- Precision measuring tools
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Structual fitter/welder
Steel Works of the Carolinas
02.2024 - Current
Production MIG Welder
McLaughlin Body
11.2022 - 02.2024
GED -
Piedmont Technical College
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