Andrew Zendejas
Wilmington
Summary
Dedicated welder with a strong focus on quality and safety, utilizing MIG, TIG, and Stick welding methods. Successfully operated heavy equipment and torch-cutting tools to streamline processes, ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality assurance protocols. Committed to maintaining a clean and organized workspace to enhance team productivity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Torch Cutter
Shultz Steel Company
South Gate Ca
05.2026 - 07.2026
- Operated torch cutting equipment to shape steel components accurately.
- Followed blueprints and specifications to execute precise cuts on steel materials.
- Maintained safety standards while performing cutting tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Inspected materials for quality prior to beginning torch cutting operations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline cutting processes and workflows.
- Cleared work area of debris and maintained organization for efficiency and safety.
- Kept records of production data such as number of cuts made per hour.
Welder 1
MGM Transformer
Commerce
02.2026 - 07.2026
- Primarily MIG (GMAW), with TIG (GTAW) and Stick (SMAW) for structural steel and transformer tanks.
- Executed fitting, cutting, and joining of heavy metal components, ensuring structural integrity and strict compliance with specifications.
- Adjusting welding machines (voltage/amperage), using grinding tools, and maintaining equipment
- Testing welds for leaks using air/soap tests and ensuring compliance with blueprints and safety standards (EHS)
- Operated overhead cranes, jib cranes, and forklifts to efficiently move heavy equipment, facilitating seamless workflow.
Bank Teller
PLS America Financial
Wilmington
12.2023 - 01.2026
- Delivered exceptional customer service, driving repeat business and customer loyalty.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, improving customer experience and maintaining loyalty.
- Executed transactions with precision, ensuring accuracy in cash handling and customer satisfaction.
- Balanced cash drawer daily to ensure accuracy in financial transactions. accurately to prevent discrepancies.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations during all transactions.
- Maintained adherence to company policies and procedures consistently.
- Promoted products and services, increasing customer awareness and engagement.
- Utilized multiple computer applications for efficient information access and transaction processing.
Warehouse Worker
Lineage Logistics
Long Beach
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Put away palletized units by lifting forks for placement into racks above floor height
- Pick palletized units out of rack locations above floor height and set up for outbound shipment
- Choose and record materials, weight, counts, and condition of food items via Radio Frequency (RF) system
- Load and unload materials on and off pallets, skids, or lifting device
- Complete daily forklift maintenance/check sheet
- Monitor battery charge, maintain, and clean batteries, and leave material handling equipment at the proper charging station
- Organized inventory in the warehouse.
Retail Associate
Big Lots
Lakewood
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Provided exceptional customer service by greeting and assisting customers as needed.
- Contributed to freight flow processes, including unloading trucks and stocking merchandise.
- Supported furniture department operations through carry-outs and display assembly as required.
- Ensured store appearance met company standards through light maintenance and cleaning duties.
- Executed daily front-end maintenance, maintaining check stand cleanliness and replenishing supplies.
Education
Welding -
UEI College
Gardena12-2026
High School Diploma -
Lakewood High School
Lakewood Ca06-2019
Skills
- MIG welding
- TIG welding
- Stick welding
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Oxy-acetylene cutting
- Plasma cutting
- Metal grinding
- Metal finishing
- Blueprint reading
- Blueprint interpretation
- Metal measuring
- Metal fitting
- Joint preparation
- Symbol identification
Timeline
Torch Cutter
Shultz Steel Company
05.2026 - 07.2026
Welder 1
MGM Transformer
02.2026 - 07.2026
Bank Teller
PLS America Financial
12.2023 - 01.2026
Warehouse Worker
Lineage Logistics
11.2022 - 09.2023
Retail Associate
Big Lots
11.2021 - 12.2022
Welding -
UEI College
High School Diploma -
Lakewood High School