Ashley Traves
Caboolture,QLD
Summary
Versatile Metal Fabricator with a proven track record at Edge Concepts, showcasing expertise in welding and adaptability to change. Excelled in sheet metal fabrication and quality assurance, significantly enhancing project efficiency and client satisfaction. Demonstrated exceptional time management and hand tool proficiency, ensuring projects met stringent deadlines without compromising on quality.
I have done metal fabrication for close to 20 years and looking for a change in career.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Metal Fabricator
Edge Concepts
07.2019 - Current
- Accurately interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to fabricate high-quality metal products according to specified dimensions.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Performed routine maintenance on fabrication equipment, prolonging the life of machinery and preventing costly repairs or downtime.
- Achieved consistent adherence to project deadlines through effective prioritization of tasks in a high-pressure work environment.
- Supported quality assurance efforts by performing thorough inspections of completed metalwork, identifying any defects or inconsistencies before delivery to clients.
- Delivered customer satisfaction through close attention to detail when producing custom metal parts based on specific client requests.
- Adhered strictly to industry regulations and safety standards, maintaining a clean work environment free of hazards.
Metal Worker
Easyfit Balustrading
10.2010 - 06.2019
- Operated hand and power tools and heavy machinery safely.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex custom metalwork projects, ensuring client satisfaction.
- Tended cutoff saws, presses and forming machines.
- Contributed to successful project completion by meeting tight deadlines and maintaining consistent work quality.
- Achieved precise measurements and cuts using various tools such as calipers, micrometers, and rulers, ensuring accurate final products.
- Drilled and punched holes in metal for screws, bolts and rivets quickly and efficiently.
- Reduced material waste by optimizing cutting patterns and accurately measuring materials before processing.
Retail Worker
Glenfords
04.2010 - 10.2010
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills when collaborating with fellow employees or assisting customers with inquiries or concerns.
- Maintained a clean and organized sales floor, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
Metal Fabricator
Metal Trandz
03.2006 - 04.2010
- Apprenticeship.
- Accurately interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to fabricate high-quality metal products according to specified dimensions.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Performed routine maintenance on fabrication equipment, prolonging the life of machinery and preventing costly repairs or downtime.
- Continuously updated skillset through professional development opportunities, staying current on advancements in the metal fabrication field.
Education
Undergraduate - Certificate III in Engineering
TAFE Queensland
QLD04-2010
Skills
- Adaptability to change
- Welding expertise
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Hand tool proficiency
- Welding and fabrication
- Quality assurance
- Time management
- Press brake operation
Timeline
Metal Fabricator
Edge Concepts
07.2019 - Current
Metal Worker
Easyfit Balustrading
10.2010 - 06.2019
Retail Worker
Glenfords
04.2010 - 10.2010
Metal Fabricator
Metal Trandz
03.2006 - 04.2010
Undergraduate - Certificate III in Engineering
TAFE Queensland
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