James Raymond
Fabricator
Highland
Summary
Dynamic Shop Foreman at DK Ovens with a proven track record in tool management and customer service. Enhanced project efficiency through effective time management and innovative fabrication solutions. Skilled in welding techniques, ensuring high-quality outputs while fostering strong client relationships and maintaining workplace safety standards.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Foreman
DK Ovens
07.2008 - 10.2025
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Built relationships with customers and managed accounts to drive revenue and profit.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate updates on repair status.
- Used hand and power tools, equipment, and instruments accurately.
- Managed materials inside shop and at job locations.
- Managed project timelines to ensure work was completed on schedule and within budget.
- Collaborated with vendors when procuring materials or equipment necessary for successful project completion within budget constraints while adhering to quality standards.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Interpreted work order information and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs precisely.
Fabrication Welder
Daytec
05.2001 - 06.2008
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
- Implemented innovative solutions for complex fabrication challenges, resulting in increased efficiency without sacrificing quality.
- Consistently met or surpassed production targets while maintaining an unwavering commitment to safety and quality standards.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Ensured safety compliance by adhering to industry standards and company guidelines in all tasks performed.
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and increase overall project efficiency.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques, applying appropriate methods for each specific project requirement.
- Ensured precision in metal fabrication by accurately reading and interpreting blueprints and design plans.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
Fabrication Welder
DK Ovens
04.1995 - 10.2001
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate fabrication according to design specifications.
- Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
- Increased customer satisfaction with timely delivery of high-quality products that met or exceeded expectations.
- Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
- Enhanced team skill levels by sharing expert knowledge and techniques in welding and fabrication practices.
- Improved product durability with skilled MIG, TIG, and stick welding techniques.
- Improved structural integrity, performing critical welds on load-bearing components.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
- Operated various types of milling machines, resulting in a diverse skillset and adaptability to new equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Etiwanda High School
Etiwanda, Ca06-1992
Skills
Tool management
Machine operation
Workplace safety
Fabrications expertise
Customer service
Time management
Forklift operation
Timeline
Shop Foreman
DK Ovens
07.2008 - 10.2025
Fabrication Welder
Daytec
05.2001 - 06.2008
Fabrication Welder
DK Ovens
04.1995 - 10.2001
High School Diploma -
Etiwanda High School