GEORGE ELLIS
LEOLA
Summary
Experienced with welding techniques and fabrication processes. Utilizes precision and attention to detail to ensure high-quality, durable welds. Strong understanding of safety protocols and effective teamwork, contributing to efficient and safe project completion.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Roofer
Spurlin Constuction LLC
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted in removal of old roofing materials and debris to prepare for application of new roofing.
- Performed patching and resealing of roofs to provide maintenance, repairs and protection.
- Installed, repaired, and replaced single-ply roofing systems.
- Precisely cut felt, shingles and strips of flashing to fit angles formed by walls, vents, and intersecting roof surfaces.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
Farm Hand
Allen Gate and Panel
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
- Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
- Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
- Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
- Erected and maintained fencing to protect crops and livestock from predators, ensuring farm security.
- Maintained farm machinery to ensure operational efficiency, preventing downtime during critical planting and harvesting periods.
Edger Operator
West Fraser Lumber Mill
05.2020 - 04.2021
- Optimized material utilization by accurately aligning raw materials for the edging process.
- Kept up-to-date on industry developments and participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current with best practices in edger operation techniques and technologies.
- Minimized equipment breakdowns through proactive identification of potential problems and swift implementation of corrective actions.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when operating machinery, ensuring precise cuts that resulted in minimal material waste or rework efforts required later on in the process.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues and implement effective solutions, improving overall productivity.
- Maximized production efficiency by monitoring and adjusting machine settings according to job specifications.
- Reduced downtime with regular equipment maintenance and timely replacement of worn parts.
- Maintained mill production
- Improved overall workplace efficiency by cross-training on various machines and processes in the facility, providing flexibility and adaptability within the team.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining open communication lines with colleagues and showing respect for diverse perspectives and opinions.
- Set up and operated manual and CNC grinding machines to grind tool, die and machine parts.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized work area, preventing delays due to clutter or misplaced tools.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Allen Gate and Pannel
01.2017 - 04.2020
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
- Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Maximized warehouse space utilization by reorganizing storage areas according to product types, sizes, and turnover rates.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels through regular cycle counts and updating the warehouse management system accordingly.
- Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Ensured workplace safety compliance through routine equipment checks, hazard assessments, and adherence to OSHA guidelines.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Communicated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of goods.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries of goods, mitigating potential delays or stockouts that could impact customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in development of waste reduction program, focusing on recycling packaging materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
Poyen High School
Poyen, AR05-2015
Skills
- Roof installation
- Quick learner
- Team player
- Power tools operation
- All-weather worker
- Maintenance and repairs
- Flat roofing
- Customer service
- Metal roofing
- Workplace safety
- Installation
- Machine operation
- Measurement techniques
- Production scheduling
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Blueprint reading
- Heavy lifting
- Time management
- Dependable and hardworking
Certification
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour Construction Course - OSHA.
- Fall Protection Training Certificate – Various Authorized Providers.
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) – [State].
- Forklift Operator Certification - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Welding Certifications (Various Levels) – American Welding Society.
Timeline
Roofer
Spurlin Constuction LLC
07.2023 - Current
Farm Hand
Allen Gate and Panel
04.2021 - 07.2023
Edger Operator
West Fraser Lumber Mill
05.2020 - 04.2021
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Allen Gate and Pannel
01.2017 - 04.2020
High School Diploma -
Poyen High School
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