Jawan Jenkins
Lilburn
Summary
Driven and detail-focused entry-level welder with recently obtained Combination Welding Diploma from Aviation Institute of Maintenance, recognized as top student in program. Proficient in MIG, TIG, Flux Core, and Stick welding techniques, possessing hands-on experience across all welding positions. Committed to delivering precision, ensuring safety, and demonstrating strong work ethic within dynamic teams, while pursuing growth in welding and fabrication industry.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder l
Caterpillar
Bogart
09.2025 - Current
- Perform MIG on steel components according to engineering blueprints and specifications.
- Operate welding equipment and tools to produce structurally sound weldments that meet Caterpillar’s quality standards.
- Conduct visual inspections and quality checks to verify weld integrity and compliance with Caterpillar’s quality standards.
- Maintain a clean, organized workspace following 5S and safety protocols.
- Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and resolve workflow challenges.
- Knowledge of Caterpillar’s standards for weld qualification and destructive testing.
- Conducted pre‑operation equipment checks to verify welding machines, tools, and ventilation systems were safe and functional.
- Consistently met Caterpillar’s zero‑incident safety goals by identifying risks and reporting hazards immediately.
- Followed Caterpillar’s Welder 1 safety protocols, including proper use of PPE (helmet, gloves, protective clothing) and adherence to OSHA standards.
Warehouse Associate
FedEx Ground
Norcross
12.2021 - 03.2025
- Oversaw and managed warehouse operations in the absence of a manager, ensuring seamless workflow and timely task completion.
- Organizing and maintaining inventory, conducting regular stock counts, and ensuring accurate records.
- Picking, packing, and shipping orders accurately and efficiently and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
- Inspecting products for defects and damages before shipment.
- Keeping the warehouse clean and organized, optimizing space, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
- Maintained adherence to organizational standards and optimized daily processes to support overall efficiency.
- Creating and managing invoices, shipping documents, and inventory logs.
- Working with other departments to ensure smooth operations and timely order processing.
Store Associate
Big Lots
Snellville
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Unloading trucks, stocking shelves, and maintaining inventory levels.
- Ensuring products are organized and displayed correctly and recovering misplaced items.
- Performing light cleaning and maintenance tasks to keep the store neat and safe.
- Assisting in the furniture department with carry-out and display assembly.
Education
Certified Combination Welding -
The Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Duluth, GA08.2025
High School Diploma -
Forest Park High School
Morrow, GA05-2019
Skills
- Safety compliance (OSHA standards)
- Basic blueprint reading
- Material handling
- Metal fabrication
- Valid TWIC card
- MIG welding
- TIG welding
- Stick welding
- Flux core welding
References
Andrew Abernathy, 706-669-8402, THEANTARCTICWELDER@GMAIL.COM
Timeline
Welder l
Caterpillar
09.2025 - Current
Warehouse Associate
FedEx Ground
12.2021 - 03.2025
Store Associate
Big Lots
08.2020 - 12.2021
Certified Combination Welding -
The Aviation Institute of Maintenance
High School Diploma -
Forest Park High School