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Brandon Laforce

Windsor

Summary

Experienced with overseeing sheet metal operations and team management. Utilizes expertise in fabrication and project coordination to ensure successful outcomes. Knowledge of safety protocols and quality control measures.

Sheet metal professional with strong leadership and expertise in fabrication, installation, and maintenance. Known for fostering team collaboration and achieving high-quality results. Adept at reading blueprints, ensuring safety compliance, and adapting to changing project requirements. Reliable and driven to deliver excellence in every task.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Sheet Metal Foreman

Lancaster
07.2024 - 04.2025
  • Ensured timely project completion by closely monitoring progress and adjusting resources as needed.
  • Coordinated with other trades on the job site to ensure seamless workflow, avoiding delays or conflicts in scheduling.
  • Increased overall project efficiency by effectively delegating tasks and managing a team of sheet metal workers.
  • Maintained high-quality standards in workmanship by regularly reviewing completed work and providing feedback to team members.

Sheet Metal Supervisor

Rauth Sheet Metal
02.2017 - 05.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
  • Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
  • Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
  • Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures to increase effectiveness.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures, significantly reducing operational expenses.
  • Implemented rewards and recognition program that significantly increased employee engagement and satisfaction.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes, leading to more organized and efficient stock handling system.
  • Also installed many various sheet metal types. Metal roofing, siding, eavestrough, fascia, acm, fabrication.

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Empire Roofing Corporation
02.2013 - 02.2017
  • Demonstrated versatility in working with various types of metal architecture, such as , ACM, Siding of all types, metal roofs, eavestrough, fascia, coping and flashings.
  • Provided superior customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally, resulting in high satisfaction rates.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining a clean and organized work environment and adhering to all OSHA regulations.
  • Contributed to successful project completion by reading blueprints and following detailed instructions from supervisors or engineers.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail when assembling components using rivets, bolts, or other fasteners for secure, reliable connections.
  • Increased productivity by effectively using hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment for sheet metal fabrication tasks.
  • Optimized workflow processes by identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes that increased overall efficiency.
  • Reduced material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and bending sheet metal materials to precise specifications.
  • Solved challenging problems encountered during projects through effective communication with team members and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects on time and within budget constraints.

Education

No Degree -

Walkerville Collegiate Institute
Windsor, ON

Skills

  • Bending techniques
  • Precision measuring
  • Material estimation
  • Sheet metal layout
  • Layout design
  • Sheet metal fabrication
  • Production scheduling
  • Shearing techniques
  • Metal cutting
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Time management

Timeline

Sheet Metal Foreman

Lancaster
07.2024 - 04.2025

Sheet Metal Supervisor

Rauth Sheet Metal
02.2017 - 05.2024

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Empire Roofing Corporation
02.2013 - 02.2017

No Degree -

Walkerville Collegiate Institute
Brandon Laforce