Solomon McDonald
Elberton
Summary
Skilled Fabrication Welder with comprehensive background in diverse welding techniques such as MIG. Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, or product specifications to determine sequence and methods of fabricating, assembling, and installing metal products. Strong focus on safety regulations and procedures with proven record of high-quality workmanship. Experience in training junior welders has resulted in improved productivity levels at previous workplaces.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Welder
Caterpillar
Athens
11.2019 - Current
- Operated and maintained welding equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted quality inspections to verify weld integrity and specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and guidelines on the shop floor.
- Trained junior welders on best practices and operational procedures.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives for fabrication processes.
- Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications.
- Maintained a clean work area in accordance with safety regulations.
- Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for welding operations by grinding, sanding, or polishing as needed.
- Utilized overhead cranes to lift heavy objects into place during fabrication projects.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all welding equipment.
- Identified any defects in the fabrication process and took corrective action when necessary.
- Attended regular safety meetings to stay up-to-date on best practices while working with hazardous materials.
- Deposited intermittent tack welds for fit-up and alignment of work assemblies.
- Informed forklift personnel or Shift Lead when running low on fab stock requiring welding.
Welder
Kubota Industrial Equipment
Jefferson
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Provide quality assurance for the product.
- Maintain production levels.
- Build, inspect, and repair mainframes for Kubota tractor backhoe systems.
- MIG welding
Receiving Associate
HomeGoods
Jefferson
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Unloading product from trucks in a timely manner
- Quality and accuracy checks
- Maintaining a clean, and safe work environment
Welder/Fabricator
Power Partners
Athens
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Fabricating large tanks from stainless and carbon steel sheets
- Operating automated welder
- MIG welding
- Aluminum TIG welding
- Inspecting for quality and accuracy
Press Line Operator
Nakanishi Manufacturing Corporation
Winterville
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Check preliminary and final proofs for errors and make necessary corrections.
- Analyze test results in relation to design or rated specifications and test objectives, and modify or adjust equipment to meet specifications.
- Evaluate tool drawing designs by measuring drawing dimensions and comparing with original specifications for form and function using engineering skills.
- Devise, fabricate, and assemble new or modified mechanical components for products such as industrial machinery or equipment, and measuring instruments.
- Discuss changes in design, method of manufacture and assembly, and drafting techniques and procedures with staff and coordinate corrections.
- Operate drill press, grinders, engine lathe, or other machines to modify parts tested or to fabricate experimental parts for testing.
- Record test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or test methods.
- Responsible for the production, and quality of G-3 roller bearing retainers.
Satellite Technician
Mastec Advance Technology
Duluth
02.2016 - 07.2017
- Note differences in wire and cable colors so that work can be performed correctly.
- Test circuits and components of malfunctioning telecommunications equipment to isolate sources of malfunctions, using test meters, circuit diagrams, polarity probes, and other hand tools.
- Test repaired, newly installed, or updated equipment to ensure that it functions properly and conforms to specifications, using test equipment and observation.
- Drive crew trucks to and from work areas.
- Inspect equipment on a regular basis in order to ensure proper functioning.
- Repair or replace faulty equipment such as defective and damaged wires, switching system components, and associated equipment.
- Remove and remake connections in order to change circuit layouts, following work orders or diagrams.
- Demonstrate equipment to customers and explain how it is to be used, and respond to any inquiries or complaints.
- Adjust or modify equipment to enhance equipment performance or to respond to customer requests.
- Remove loose wires and other debris after work is completed.
- Request support from technical service centers when on-site procedures fail to solve installation or maintenance problems.
- Collaborate with other workers in order to locate and correct malfunctions.
- Test connections to ensure that power supplies are adequate and that communications links function.
- Address special issues or situations, such as illegal or unauthorized use of equipment, or cases of electrical or acoustic shock.
- Determine viability of sites through observation, and discuss site locations and construction requirements with customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Jackson Comprehensive High School
Commerce, GASkills
- Problem solving
- Welding
- Flux
- MIG
- Welder Fabricator
- Mechanical Complex Problem Solving
- Active Learning
- Repairing
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Learning Strategies
- Production and Processing
- Operation Monitoring
- Welding techniques
- Quality inspection
- Safety compliance
- Workflow optimization
- Vehicle inspection
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Computerized diagnostics
- Mechanical systems
- Preventive Maintenance
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
Caterpillar
11.2019 - Current
Welder
Kubota Industrial Equipment
04.2019 - 10.2019
Receiving Associate
HomeGoods
01.2019 - 03.2019
Welder/Fabricator
Power Partners
09.2018 - 12.2018
Press Line Operator
Nakanishi Manufacturing Corporation
08.2017 - 08.2018
Satellite Technician
Mastec Advance Technology
02.2016 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
East Jackson Comprehensive High School