Tate Nimrick
Galva
Summary
To secure a challenging position that utilizes my years of experience, while allowing me the opportunity to grow professionally. I offer strong interpersonal skills to develop global customer solutions with thought leadership and integrity, excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication and presentation skills, functioning well both independently and collaboratively with an outgoing personality. My goal is to become a valued asset. Experienced Welder with background in industrial design, material stocking, product shipment and waste management. Trained across multiple types of welding, metallurgy and structural design. Expert working at heights and in enclosed spaces. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Resourceful Fabrication Specialist known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in precision cutting, welding, and blueprint reading, ensuring quality and accuracy in every project. Excel at time management, problem-solving, and teamwork, leveraging these soft skills to meet tight deadlines and collaborate effectively with diverse teams. Committed to continuous improvement and innovation in fabrication processes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Specialist
Ace Warehouse
Princeton
08.2024 - Current
- Operated forklift to transport materials within the warehouse.
- Resolved problems related to receiving, storing, picking, packing, shipping, or delivering merchandise.
- Reported damaged products or discrepancies between actual count versus expected count.
- Developed processes to improve overall efficiency in the warehouse.
- Utilized RF scanners for tracking product movement through the warehouse.
- Prepared shipping documents such as bills of lading, packing lists.
- Implemented lean warehouse principles to reduce waste and improve operational flow.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the warehouse to facilitate efficient operations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase productivity.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
Fabrication Specialist
Caterpillar
East Peoria
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions promptly to minimize downtime and keep projects on schedule.
- Assisted in the development of new products through innovative design suggestions and prototype fabrication expertise.
- Increased production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing principles and streamlining fabrication processes.
- Enhanced product quality with meticulous attention to detail in assembly, welding, and finishing procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of project progress, including detailed logs of materials usage, labor hours, and quality control checks.
- Streamlined communication between departments by establishing clear lines of responsibility for each stage of production process.
- Implemented standard operating procedures for fabrication tasks that resulted in consistent performance across multiple shifts.
- Conducted thorough quality inspections at various stages of different fabrication process to ensure adherence to specifications and maintain customer satisfaction.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism in all interactions with clients, vendors, and colleagues to promote positive company reputation.
- Enhanced overall facility performance with proactive maintenance plans that reduced unplanned equipment downtime.
- Installed completed assemblies onto machines or structures.
- Developed prototypes of new products from drawings and sketches.
- Replaced worn-out parts with new ones as necessary.
- Ensured that all work areas were kept clean at all times during the fabrication process.
- Monitored production quality levels and took corrective action when necessary.
- Worked closely with engineers in order to develop efficient methods for producing components.
- Created detailed reports outlining the process used in fabricating each part or component.
- Inspected parts for accuracy and conformance to standards.
- Followed safety protocols while operating heavy machinery such as forklifts, cranes and hoists.
- Maintained an inventory of raw materials, supplies, tools and equipment needed for fabrication activities.
- Used hand tools to position, align and secure product components.
- Adhered to work safety standards, wore protective equipment and removed workplace hazards from job sites.
- Recorded and reported product damages and malfunctions for supervisor review.
Welder/Fabricator
John H. Best and sons
12.2020 - 04.2023
- Certified Welder
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Used gauges, templates, and other measuring devices to inspect production parts.
- Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
- Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
Welder/Fabricator
Great Dane Trailers
12.2018 - 11.2020
- Fabricate assemblies that are used in building a trailer by using welding techniques and appropriate welding equipment
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
Roofer/Laborer
Locks roofing and siding
02.2018 - 11.2018
- Build roofs using various materials and tools
- Supported team leaders in the successful completion of complex roofing projects, showcasing adaptability and problem-solving skills.
- Developed strong technical skills through hands-on experience with various tools, equipment, and techniques used in the roofing trade.
- Increased productivity on worksites by maintaining clean, organized spaces and ensuring proper tool maintenance.
- Inspected problem roofs to determine best repair procedures.
- Performed patching and resealing of roofs to provide maintenance, repairs and protection.
- Inspected buildings to inspect for water damage, worn out flashing and other signs of roof damage.
- Managed inventory of roofing supplies and materials.
Education
High school diploma or GED - General Studies
Geneseo High School
Geneseo, IL05.2013
Skills
- Welding
- Assembly
- Blueprint reading
- Cutting metal
- Grinding metal
- Smoothing molting metal to remove creases
- Inspection of welds
- Air tools
- Safety and SOP procedures
- Blueprint Reading
- Fabrication
- Steel Fabrication
- Structural welding
- Equipment Operation
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Complex Problem-Solving
- FLUENT IN English
- Training and mentoring
- Computer Skills
- Welding Inspecting
- Welding Machine Setup
- Multi-pass Welding
- Welding Defects
- Cutting techniques
- Heat treatment
- Tool Maintenance
- Equipment Inspection
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
Personal Information
Work Permit: none
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-
Certification
- Welding- 8 years
Timeline
Warehouse Specialist
Ace Warehouse
08.2024 - Current
Fabrication Specialist
Caterpillar
06.2023 - 07.2024
Welder/Fabricator
John H. Best and sons
12.2020 - 04.2023
Welder/Fabricator
Great Dane Trailers
12.2018 - 11.2020
Roofer/Laborer
Locks roofing and siding
02.2018 - 11.2018
High school diploma or GED - General Studies
Geneseo High School