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Robert Lachapelle

Chilliwack,BC

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

MillwrightWelder

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Summary

Dynamic business owner with extensive experience in welding and metal fabrication at Northside Welding & Fabrication. Proven track record in optimizing operations and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving and strategic planning. Skilled in hydraulics and task delegation, fostering a productive workforce while driving profitability and growth.

Successful Company Owner with 31 years in mill industry. Built horizontal and vertical connections to improve professional relationships with vendors and clients.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

shop manager

Northside Welding & Fabrication
Chilliwack, BC
01.2025 - 01.2026
  • Operated welding machinery to fabricate custom metal components.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained equipment standards.
  • Managed inventory of materials, optimizing procurement processes for efficiency.
  • Developed customer relationships through effective communication and service delivery.
  • Trained new employees on operational procedures and equipment usage.
  • Implemented quality control measures to enhance product consistency and reliability.
  • Monitored project timelines and adjusted workflows to meet client deadlines.
  • Resolved client inquiries promptly, improving overall customer satisfaction rates.
  • Maximized profits by negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers, securing competitive pricing on materials and services.
  • Managed daily operations efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards in all aspects of the business.
  • Hired, trained and managed staff to cultivate productive and efficient workforce.
  • Oversaw daily business operations and financial decisions to drive profitability and growth.
  • Resolved customer service issues with timely and professional resolutions.
  • Built a strong network of industry contacts to facilitate business growth, explore joint ventures, and secure valuable partnerships.
  • Implemented strategic plans to inprove performance and increase client acquisition.
  • Optimized resource allocation to ensure projects were completed within deadlines and budgets constraints.
  • Developed long-term relationships with key clients, vendors and service providers.
  • Motivated employees to consistently improve performance through company-wide incentive plans.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers to secure favorable terms of service.
  • Managed 5 employees by supervising daily tasks.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.

contract building and maintenance

Partap Forest Products
Maple Ridge, BC
05.1996 - 01.2025

Built and maintained entire planner mills

Contract Build and maintenance

Cedar Line
Surrey, BC
02.2014 - 06.2015
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Skills

  • millwright
  • welding
  • metal fabrication
  • Hydraulics expertise
  • Problem-solving expertise
  • Task prioritization
  • equipment maintenance
  • Effective task delegation
  • Start-up operations
  • Incident response

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

shop manager

Northside Welding & Fabrication
01.2025 - 01.2026

Contract Build and maintenance

Cedar Line
02.2014 - 06.2015

contract building and maintenance

Partap Forest Products
05.1996 - 01.2025
Robert Lachapelle