Antony Souvannarath
Oshawa,ON
Summary
Skilled Welder and Material Handler with proven expertise in fabrication, welding, and forklift operation honed at Erritt Construction Ltd., Ward & Burke Microtunnelling Ltd., and AMG Metals Inc. Demonstrates exceptional blueprint reading and critical thinking abilities, enhancing workplace efficiency and reducing material waste. Known for punctuality and reliability, consistently delivering high-quality results and supporting team success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder
Erritt Construction Ltd.
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability by implementing metal recycling practices in workshop.
- Reduced material waste with careful planning and accurate cutting of metal components.
- Streamlined workshop operations, organizing tools and equipment for easy access and efficient workflow.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
Laborer/Welder
Ward & Burke Microtunnelling Ltd.
03.2022 - 04.2024
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
- Optimized welding supply inventory, preventing project delays by ensuring all necessary materials were on hand.
- Facilitated cross-department communication, ensuring projects stayed on schedule with clear updates and coordination.
- Reduced material waste with careful planning and accurate cutting of metal components.
- Collaborated on design of custom metalwork projects, meeting client specifications with innovative solutions.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
- Delivered consistent results under challenging weather conditions or other external factors affecting productivity.
- Bolstered team morale with a positive attitude and willingness to help others when needed.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
Material Handler/Certified Forklift Operator
AMG Metals Inc.
11.2017 - 03.2022
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Facilitated smooth operations, coordinating with various departments to fulfill material requests promptly.
- Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by organizing materials and implementing inventory management systems.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, inspecting inbound shipments for accuracy and condition upon arrival.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Completed detailed documentation for each shipment, including bills of lading, packing slips, and shipping labels.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks safely using forklifts, minimizing damage to products during transportation.
- Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes, and other equipment.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dr. John M. Denison Secondary School
Newmarket, ON06.2012
Skills
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Blueprint Reading
- Torch cutting
- Vertical Welding
- Structural welding
- Flat Welding
- Steel Fabrication
- Equipment Operation
- Horizontal Welding
- Precision measuring tools
- Crane Operation
- Precision measuring
- Rigging Techniques
- First Aid Certified
- Power Tool Operation
- Critical Thinking
- Portable Grinders
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Material Handling
- Order picking and processing
- General laborer
- Punctual and Reliable
- Safe driver
- Heavy equipment operations
- Storage and Organization
- Lift Equipment Operation
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Inventory staging
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
CWB Welder Certification
Working At Heights Certification
Overhead Bridge Crane Certification
Lift Truck Certification - Telehandler, Counterbalance and Side Loader
Energy Safety Canada - H2S Alive Certification
First Aid Certification
Additional Information
Available upon request
Timeline
Welder
Erritt Construction Ltd.
04.2024 - 08.2024
Laborer/Welder
Ward & Burke Microtunnelling Ltd.
03.2022 - 04.2024
Material Handler/Certified Forklift Operator
AMG Metals Inc.
11.2017 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Dr. John M. Denison Secondary School
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