SHEALIA ADAMS
Bonaire
Summary
Dedicated team leader with expertise in quality assurance initiatives, issue resolution, and interpersonal communication, proficient in project management, personnel training, and production scheduling. Sets an example for work ethic, punctuality, and quality.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
11
11
Certifications
Work History
Sheet Metal Mechanic job ID 3896
Norfolk Naval Shipyard
Norfolk
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Fabricated sheet metal components per blueprints and customer specifications.
- Assembled sheet metal parts according to technical drawings and standards.
- Operated shears, brakes, punches, and welding machines to produce high-quality products.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and compliance with specifications.
- Cut sheets of metal into precise shapes using hand and powered tools.
- Welded seams to securely join multiple pieces of sheet metal.
- Maintained clean workspace to ensure adherence to safety protocols.
- Verified accuracy of completed work against fabrication measurements.
Shipfitter X11
Huntington Ingalls Industries
Newport news
09.2020 - 01.2023
- Fabricated and assembled metal structures for naval ships, ensuring adherence to specifications.
- Operated welding equipment to securely join metal components and enhance structural integrity.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise installations.
- Communicated project progress and challenges effectively with supervisors.
- Drilled holes in metal plates for attachment of cleats and brackets during installation.
- Set up jigs and fixtures for stability during welding processes.
- Mentored apprentices and inspected completed work for compliance with standards.
- Followed Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
Aircraft Painter/ inspector
Langley Air Force Base/
Hampton
11.2015 - 04.2020
- Increased and provided customer satisfaction by more than 50% with high-quality plating, anodizing, painting, dry film lube coating, composite bonding, bond primer application, and commercial and military aircraft.
- Visually inspect and check parts using a variety of precision measuring instruments against fixed samples.
- Inspect and accept incoming materials.
- New parts, supplies, and repaired parts from contract service.
- Perform finishing operations to correct rejected parts, or assist with other production activities.
Aircraft Painter
Langley Air Force Base
Hampton
12.1999 - 11.2015
- Work under minimum supervision to safely prepare, paint, and detail 40+ commercial aircraft monthly in accordance with company quality standards and procedures.
- Adhered to standardized procedures when using sealants, paint strippers, and corrosion preventative chemicals.
- Prepare the surface by removing imperfections, applying a rust-resistant undercoat, and sealing the seam.
- Sand and seal completed finishes, and according to precise specifications.
Education
Health And Wellness
Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA04-2016
High School Diploma -
Dodge County High School
Eastman, GA06-1995
Skills
- Fabrication techniques
- Welding proficiency
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Emergency protocols
- Spray gun operation
- Verbal and written communication
- Defect repair
- Exterior painting
- Quality inspection
Certification
MRXMA0001000SU - BASIC BLUEPRINT
Timeline
Sheet Metal Mechanic job ID 3896
Norfolk Naval Shipyard
01.2023 - 04.2025
Shipfitter X11
Huntington Ingalls Industries
09.2020 - 01.2023
Aircraft Painter/ inspector
Langley Air Force Base/
11.2015 - 04.2020
Aircraft Painter
Langley Air Force Base
12.1999 - 11.2015
Health And Wellness
Thomas Nelson Community College
High School Diploma -
Dodge County High School