Zachary Merriman
Canton
Summary
Dedicated ironworker with extensive experience at RAI Industrial Steel, skilled in Flux Core and MIG welding. Proven ability to enhance productivity through effective teamwork and communication. Committed to safety and quality, consistently implementing process improvements that reduced waste and optimized material usage on complex structural projects.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Iron Worker Apprentice
Local 387 Iron Workers of Atlanta
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted in the installation and assembly of structural steel components on job sites.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment during construction activities.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools for cutting, welding, and fabricating metal structures.
- Collaborated with experienced ironworkers to learn advanced techniques and best practices.
- Participated in daily safety meetings to reinforce workplace hazard awareness and prevention methods.
- Maintained equipment and tools to ensure optimal performance and reduce downtime on site.
Flux Core Welder/Laser Operator
RAI Industrial Steel
04.2022 - 08.2024
- Interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate assembly of structural steel projects.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring safe working conditions on-site.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste during metal fabrication.
- Ensured timely project completion through effective time management and prioritization skills.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
MIG Welder
Kubota Manufacturing of America
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Operated MIG welding equipment to join metal components with precision.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute welding tasks accurately.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols and quality standards during production processes.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.
Education
Certificate - Tig Welding
Athens Technical College
Athens, Georgia, GA12-2020
High School Diploma -
Harrison High School
Kennesaw, GA05-2007
Skills
- Structural bolting
- Anchor bolt setting
- Crane signaling
- Stud welding
- Flux Core Welding
- Mig Welding
- Manufacturing
- Safety conscious
- Team oriented
- Communication
- Reach Truck Operator
- Sit Down Forklift
- Machine Operator
Timeline
Iron Worker Apprentice
Local 387 Iron Workers of Atlanta
08.2025 - Current
Flux Core Welder/Laser Operator
RAI Industrial Steel
04.2022 - 08.2024
MIG Welder
Kubota Manufacturing of America
02.2020 - 03.2022
Certificate - Tig Welding
Athens Technical College
High School Diploma -
Harrison High School