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Atlanta, Georgia

Atlanta, Georgia

Rapidly progressed to B-Class welder through demonstration of skill, willingness to learn, and ability to share knowledge and mentor junior welders.-Specialize in steam turbine stationary repairs.-Key player in many GE Lean and Six Sigma projects to help drive continuous improvement.-Earned certification for Major/Minor Diaphragm repairs.-Championed the FARO Arm implementation project at the Atlanta Service Center, reducing process waste by 50%.-Have submitted and implemented a handful of Kazan’s, including a Lean process to repair leveling screw holes on diaphragms.-Experienced with a variety of processes including; TIG, MIG, Stick and Flux-Cored arc welding.-Inspect steam turbine parts and use engineering blueprints to do any repairs necessary. GE Certificates:Steam Turbine 101Steam Turbine Diaphragm RepairsFARO Arm Measurements7S Lean Action Workout

Marietta, Ga

Managed daily operations and lead a team responsible for $100,000 plus capital projects. -Key player in the start-up and initial growth of the company, working closely with the Owner.-Collaborated with engineers and architects on the construction process, time line, and budget.-Effectively supervised on-site construction teams by maintaining priorities and assigning responsibilities.-Identified and exported material to job sites.-Conducted surveying for new sites.-Created estimates based on customer and architect specifications.

Washington, Nc

-Involved with hands-on level aspects of home construction. Gained mechanical, problem solving and critical thinking skills. -Gained confidence in interpreting technical drawings.