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John Madsen

Omaha

Summary

Focused Robotics Programmer with well-rounded welding experience and knowledge. Skilled at MIG and TIG welding with heavy stainless and carbon experience. Talented at reading blueprints and meeting deadline requirements.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Mig Welder and Robot Programmer

Pen Steel
04.2016 - 11.2023
  • Assessed welds for specifications with work orders.
  • Measured parts to check compliance with design documents.
  • Prepared surfaces for welds through scraping, scoring and other techniques.
  • Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
  • Welded various parts using manual mig or robotic weld cells
  • Used blu co tooling to set up jigs in and out of the robotic systems.
  • Programmed new jobs in robots.
  • Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
  • Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
  • Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
  • Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
  • Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
  • Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
  • Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
  • Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
  • Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
  • Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.

Sub Arc Operator

Valmont
  • Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
  • Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
  • Performed quality assurance tasks to promote accuracy and minimize mistakes.
  • Performed quality checks to identify finish discrepancies.
  • Assisted with equipment startups and machine installation tasks.
  • Conducted inspection of in-process or finished product.
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Performed equipment tests, calibrations and repairs to keep machines running smoothly and prevent malfunctions.
  • Analyzed and measured final products with precision tools to confirm compliance to specifications and standards.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
  • Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.

Door Sander Operator

VT Industries
  • Operated sanders, grinders and basic hand tools.
  • Sanded materials to develop flush and professional finish.
  • Applied chemical solutions and used polishing machines to clean all installation surfaces, equipment, tools, work sites and storage areas.
  • Maintained detailed daily work records to accurately determine final costs for customers and supervisors.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Infantry Machine Gunner

Army National Guard
12.1996 - 02.2015
  • Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency, and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
  • Trained over multinational partners, contractors and foreign nationals to develop warfighting and defense capabilities.
  • Established defensive positions to protect against enemy forces.
  • Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
  • Maintained secure communication systems to relay information to and from command teams.
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
  • Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
  • Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
  • Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and [Technique] in tactical planning, equipment maintenance, and weapon use.
  • Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
  • Conducted reconnaissance operations to gather intelligence on enemy positions.
  • Utilized advanced tactics to engage and neutralize enemy combatants.
  • Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
  • Trained new infantry soldiers on standard operating procedures.
  • Oversaw maintenance and repair of weapons and equipment to preserve operational readiness.
  • Instructed squad members on proper use of weapons and equipment.
  • Executed directives from command center with necessary timeliness and efficiency.
  • Analyzed terrain to identify advantageous positions for operations.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to maximize squad efficiency.
  • Conducted safety briefings for squad members prior to missions.
  • Used modern communication systems to relay orders to squad members.
  • Utilized advanced combat tactics to maintain safety during engagements.
  • Installed, operated and maintained field communications equipment.
  • Applied first aid to squad members at camps and on battlefield.
  • Established defensive positions during hostile engagements.
  • Guided night patrols to search for enemy forces.
  • Monitored and reported enemy activity to command center.
  • Identified enemy targets using advanced surveillance techniques.
  • Led soldiers through successful engagements with enemy forces.
  • Deployed countermeasures to repel enemy assaults.
  • Directed reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence on enemy forces.
  • Helped restore war-torn areas by contributing to reconstruction operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Anthon Oto High School
Anthon, IA
05.1994

Skills

  • Eye protection
  • Tool maintenance
  • Metal sanding
  • Teamwork and communication
  • Hand Tool Use
  • Surface Preparation
  • Safety Procedures
  • Power Tool Use
  • Safety Awareness
  • Welding Consumables Knowledge
  • Horizontal Welding
  • Teamwork Abilities
  • Work Area Cleaning
  • Machinery Inspection
  • Schematic Understanding
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Flux Core Expertise
  • Proper Torch Angles
  • Flux Core Welding
  • Welding Symbols Interpretation
  • Heat Input Calculation
  • Fillet Welds
  • Material Selection
  • Welding Certification
  • Globular Transfer
  • Preheating Techniques
  • Groove Welds
  • Flat Position Welding
  • Metal Cutting Techniques
  • Shielding Gas Selection
  • Gas Flow Regulation
  • Weld Defect Identification
  • Vertical Welding
  • Welding Equipment Maintenance
  • Welding Technique Mastery
  • Spray Transfer
  • Voltage Adjustment
  • Short Circuit Transfer
  • Welder Troubleshooting
  • Welding Codes Compliance
  • Weld Repair Techniques
  • Welding Procedure Specifications
  • Joint Preparation
  • Quality Control Inspection
  • Pulse MIG Welding
  • Spatter Reduction
  • Wire Feed Speed Control
  • Overhead Welding
  • Welding Machine Calibration
  • MIG Welding Expertise
  • Post-weld Heat Treatment
  • Welding Safety Procedures
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Surface Grinding
  • Specification Conformance
  • Fabrication
  • Structural Welding
  • Flux Selection
  • Brake Press Operation
  • Stick Welding
  • Pipe Welding
  • Arc Welding
  • MIG Welding
  • Aluminum Metal Welding
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Edge Joining
  • Assembly Planning
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Equipment Operation
  • Welding
  • Quality Control
  • Parts Assembly
  • Metal Shaping Machines
  • Torch Installation
  • Process Monitoring
  • Hand-Forming Workpieces
  • Fire Suppression Methods
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Tool Repair and Maintenance
  • Gas Flow Adjustments
  • Customer Service
  • Blueprints Analysis
  • Portable Grinders
  • Work Order Analysis
  • Faulty Equipment Identification
  • Quality Inspection
  • Defect Tracking
  • Straightedge Measurements
  • Sheet Metal Fabrication
  • Welding Techniques
  • Engineering Drawings Analysis
  • Defective Material Identification
  • Measurements and Calculations
  • Shielded Metal Arc Equipment

Timeline

Mig Welder and Robot Programmer

Pen Steel
04.2016 - 11.2023

Infantry Machine Gunner

Army National Guard
12.1996 - 02.2015

Sub Arc Operator

Valmont

Door Sander Operator

VT Industries

High School Diploma -

Anthon Oto High School

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