Jesse Gerula
Calgary
Summary
Experienced with assisting in welding tasks, including setup and cleanup. Utilizes equipment maintenance and material preparation expertise to support welders effectively. Knowledge of safety standards and teamwork principles ensures smooth project execution.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Welders Helper
MRT Welding
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted welders in preparing materials and maintaining tools for various projects.
- Supported welding team by organizing work areas and ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Learned to operate welding equipment under supervision, enhancing skill set in metal fabrication.
- Coordinated with team members to streamline workflow and improve project efficiency.
- Conducted routine inspections of tools and equipment to maintain operational readiness.
- Contributed to quality control efforts by identifying defects during the welding process.
- Maintained proper stock levels for consumables like welding rods, wire spools, and shielding gas canisters to ensure uninterrupted operations.
- Enhanced team communication through active listening and clear expression of concerns or questions.
- Assisted in troubleshooting common issues with welding equipment to minimize downtime caused by technical difficulties.
- Performed routine maintenance on welding equipment to prolong its lifespan and reduce costly repairs later on.
- Contributed to a smooth workflow by promptly delivering materials and tools to welders on the job site.
- Increased welder productivity with diligent preparation of materials, including cutting, grinding, and preheating as needed.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by efficiently organizing tools and equipment for easy accessibility.
- Improved welding quality by assisting welders in preparing materials and maintaining a clean work area.
- Promoted a positive work environment through collaboration, respect for others, and a strong work ethic.
- Followed instructions from construction project managers and supervisors.
- Followed safety protocols on job sites.
Lead Miller / production shift lead
Buffalo Creek Mills
02.2020 - Current
- Prioritize and coordinate work orders in the production of stabilized products in the event of equipment failure or product shortages.
- Responsible for making judgment calls in the event of equipment or quality failures.
- Responsible for the continuous operation of the Oat Mill, Pellet Mill, and Stabilization equipment.
- Responsible for ensuring optimal run time, quality, and quantity.
- Responsible for ensuring the shift goals, orders, and objectives are completed accurately and on time.
- Responsible for performing milling tasks, including equipment adjustments, maintenance, and monitoring.
- Responsible for providing guidance, leadership, and daily instruction to the Production team.
- Responsible for ensuring samples are taken, and the quality of the product meets the specifications of the orders.
- Responsible for traceability and inspection documentation, ensuring it is complete and accurate.
- Responsible for ensuring the production areas are clean and organized and meet food safety and health and safety regulations.
- Responsible for ensuring minor maintenance, which includes troubleshooting, diagnosing, and general repairs of production equipment is addressed timely and effectively.
- Responsible to comply with and lead the team regarding all Health & Safety, Food Safety, and Human Resource policies and procedures.
- Assist with employee training on tasks associated with their job responsibilities.
Shipping And Receiving
Northern Meat Service
09.2014 - 09.2019
- Shipping and receiving.
- Helping customers with their pickups returns, and credits.
- Organized and rotated stock in the freezer Helped reduce loss and maintain facility compliance by upholding requirements for controlling inventory.
- Updating documentation and tracking movements Rectified problems such as damages and shortages by collaborating directly with vendor representatives.
- Directed materials routing by preparing accurate shipping orders and bills of lading.
- Promoted inventory accuracy and proper records management by comparing shipment contents with paperwork.
- Utilized correct and safe operating procedures when using equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to load, unload and move materials.
- Maintained both the forklift and powerjack battery water levels.
- Organized storage areas to maximize efficiency of materials movements and minimize labor required.
- Prepared and processed shipping documents, including work and shipping orders, route materials and bills of lading.
Crew Trainer
Burger King
03.2007 - 10.2016
- Training staff.
- Staff Health and Safety Representative.
- Ensuring staff is up to date on protocols and promotions Food handling which entailed preparation of food and ensuring proper sanitation of equipment.
- Cooking Cleaning both the kitchen and restaurant front.
- Handling cash.
- Customer service.
Aluminum Mig Welder
Ali Arc Industries LP
02.2013 - 01.2014
- Making both Semi-truck and pick-up truck bumpers Utilizing skills using sanders, grinders, meat-axe, metric measurements, basic blueprinting, oxygen acetylene heating and cutting torch, drill press and band-saw.
Education
High School -
J. H. Bruns Collegiate
01.2011
College - Welding
Winnipeg Technical College
01.2010
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Proactive
- Multitasking
- Adaptability
- Managing Databases
- Ability to work under pressure
- Team worker
- Verbal Communication
- Working Independently
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Adobe Photoshop
- Teamwork
- Worksite safety
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Workplace safety
- Excellent communication
- Power and hand tools
- Hazard identification
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Tool maintenance
- Safety protocols
Languages
English
Timeline
Welders Helper
MRT Welding
10.2023 - Current
Lead Miller / production shift lead
Buffalo Creek Mills
02.2020 - Current
Shipping And Receiving
Northern Meat Service
09.2014 - 09.2019
Aluminum Mig Welder
Ali Arc Industries LP
02.2013 - 01.2014
Crew Trainer
Burger King
03.2007 - 10.2016
College - Welding
Winnipeg Technical College
High School -
J. H. Bruns Collegiate