Jamie Palmer
Beiseker,AB
Summary
Experienced shop foreman skilled in equipment management and employee training, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication, resulting in streamlined operations and enhanced team performance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop foreman
Maf-Worx Concrete Services Ltd.
04.2018 - Current
- Data entry with Fleet maintenance computer
- Assign vehicles to employees
- Service calls during/after hours 24/7
- Executed landscaping tasks to improve outdoor spaces and uphold aesthetic standards.
- Delivered water using truck to ensure proper irrigation of landscapes.
- Operated gravel truck to transport materials to job sites efficiently.
- Trained and mentored staff on safety standards and equipment usage to promote a culture of safety.
- Coordinated workflow between production teams and project managers to ensure project timelines were met.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure product specifications were met.
- Maintained equipment and performed routine inspections for optimal performance.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered materials for projects.
- Resolved operational issues promptly to minimize downtime in production.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding project timelines and requirements.
- Maintained a safe working environment by ensuring all tools, equipment, and machinery were in proper working order.
- Trained and mentored employees in procedures and performance improvement strategies.
- Monitored employee performance and provided feedback to improve productivity.
- Reported any issues or concerns with machines or personnel directly to upper management.
- Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner to maintain positive work relationships.
- Ordered parts for repair jobs from suppliers or vendors.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all machines used in the shop.
- Computed estimates and actual costs of materials, labor or contractors.
- Conferred with management to coordinate work activities or identify needed resources.
- Identified areas for improvement within the shop to increase efficiency levels.
- Managed inventory control system to ensure adequate supply of materials was available at all times.
- Monitored work areas to prevent or correct unsafe conditions or violations of safety procedures.
- Implemented workplace safety protocols to minimize accidents and incidents.
- Worked closely with management team to develop long-term strategies for shop operations.
- Operated variety of instruments, equipment and power tools to reduce accidents and malfunctions.
- Focused on safety and efficiency when using tools, equipment and gauges.
- Requisitioned materials and supplies, tools or replacement parts.
- Created reports detailing daily operations, including number of jobs completed, hours worked.
- Organized workflow schedules for staff members based on job orders received from customers.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure that production goals were met on time.
- Provided technical guidance and support to staff members regarding repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting of machines.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss progress towards completion of projects.
- Conducted or arranged for worker training in safety, repair and maintenance techniques to increase safety awareness.
- Inspected and assessed completed work using hand tools or gauges.
- Oversaw ordering process for raw materials needed for production runs.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to identify ways to improve product quality standards.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on new techniques and equipment.
- Provided customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving complaints.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement among team members.
- Oversaw daily operations in shop, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
- Implemented safety protocols and ensured compliance with regulations.
- Streamlined workflows to increase throughput and minimize downtime.
- Monitored equipment maintenance schedules to prevent operational disruptions.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing.
- Developed and enforced organizational systems for tools and equipment.
- Assisted in budget preparation and expense management for shop operations.
- Maintained inventory control, reducing waste and optimizing resources.
- Scheduled work assignments and monitored progress to meet deadlines.
- Prepared and reviewed work orders, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
- Troubleshot and resolved complex mechanical issues.
- Acted as a liaison between management and shop floor staff.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
- Recommended opportunities for growth and advancement to motivate employees.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Ordered equipment parts and repair services during equipment breakdown to avoid further delays.
- Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
- Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
- Set up and adjusted machines and equipment to produce pre-determined results.
- Evaluated and assessed personnel to identify potential candidates for promotion.
- Determined budgets, production goals and rates based on company policies and requirements.
- Calculated labor and equipment requirements and production specifications using standard formulas to boost sustainability.
- Prepared operations data to produce comprehensive reports to management.
Welder
Arkton Steel
Crossfield, Alberta
01.2010 - 01.2017
- Actively able to read blueprints to fabricate industrial materials.
- Fabricated skids, trusses, and columns for large-scale industrial projects, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with specifications.
- Fabrication of pipe shoes to specification for jobs throughout the pipeline industry.
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with industry standards.
- Operated and maintained welding equipment, contributing to a safe and organized work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on schedule.
- Trained new welders on processes and safety protocols, enhancing team competency and adherence to industry standards.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
- Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
- Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Performed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods.
- Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
- Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
- Installed new plant equipment per manufacturer's instructions while adhering to safety protocols.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
- Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications.
- Fabricated handrails and stair treads for large industrial facilities.
- Insulated pipe caps to prevent heat loss during operation.
- Fabricated components for diverse projects including trailers and metal frames.
Education
Red seal journeyman welding certification -
Old College
Olds, AB 01.2012 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
Bert Church High School
Airdrie, AB 08.2002 - 01.2006
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Parts ordering
- Quality control
- Product inspection
- Safety compliance
- Workplace safety
- Machine operation
- Tool management
- Fabrication expertise
- Parts ordering
- Inventory management
- Cost estimation
- Cost reduction
- Operational efficiency
- Resource optimization
- Project management
- Workflow coordination
- Production scheduling
- Maintenance planning
- Performance monitoring
- Workflow analysis
- Team collaboration
- Task delegation
- Effective communication
- Employee training
- Employee coaching
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Prioritization
- Operational planning
- Process improvement
- Team Training
- Customer service
- Workflow analysis
- Time management
- Process improvement
Certification
- Red seal journeyman welding certification
- Crane operator certification
- Class 3 licence no demerits
- First aid
- Fork lift certification
Timeline
Shop foreman
Maf-Worx Concrete Services Ltd.
04.2018 - Current
Red seal journeyman welding certification -
Old College
01.2012 - 01.2016
Welder
Arkton Steel
01.2010 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Bert Church High School
08.2002 - 01.2006