Caleb Thomas
Wrightsville
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Steel Fabricator/Foreman
Honey Fabrication Co. (formerly Little Washington)
Christiana
07.2022 - Current
- Fabricated steel components using precision tools and equipment.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for fabrication processes.
- Operated welding machines to join metal parts securely.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency on projects.
- Provided on-the-job training and coaching for new team members.
- Supervised daily operations.
- Coordinated workflow among team members to meet production schedules.
- Collaborated with management to optimize production processes and efficiency.
- Executed routine maintenance on fabrication tools and machinery to ensure reliability.
- Fabricate metal components by cutting, burning, and welding steel pieces together.
- Follow quality control guidelines during fabrication processes.
- Grind excess material off parts with grinders and sanders after welding process is complete.
- Prepare layouts in flat patterns or models from drawings or templates.
- Verify accuracy of finished product dimensions against engineering drawings and specifications.
- Troubleshoot problems that arise during fabrication process.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain product standards.
- Resolved operational issues promptly to minimize downtime in production.
- Led team meetings to discuss project updates and address concerns.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for job completion.
- Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with crew members.
- Utilized CDL A to pick up and deliver products as needed.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs to company fork lifts.
Steel Fabricator/Foreman
Raser Industries
Reading
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Fabricated steel components using precision tools and equipment.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for fabrication processes.
- Operated welding machines to join metal parts securely.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency on projects.
- Fabricate metal components by cutting, burning, and welding steel pieces together.
- Follow quality control guidelines during fabrication processes.
- Grind excess material off parts with grinders and sanders after welding process is complete.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the specifications of a structure or part, and plan the sequence of operations.
- Prepare layouts in flat patterns or models from drawings or templates.
- Train new hires in proper usage of tools and safety procedures.
- Verify accuracy of finished product dimensions against engineering drawings and specifications.
- Troubleshoot problems that arise during fabrication process.
- Measured and marked cutting and bending lines according to instructions.
- Supervised daily operations.
- Planned and managed manpower and resource requirements to support project activities.
- Coordinated workflow among team members to meet production schedules.
- Collaborated with management to optimize production processes and efficiency.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain product standards.
- Resolved operational issues promptly to minimize downtime in production.
- Led team meetings to discuss project updates and address concerns.
- Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
- Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for job completion.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure project deadlines were met.
- Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
- Communicated with suppliers and coordinated delivery of finished jobs to site.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with crew members.
- Utilized CDL A to pick up and deliver products as needed.
Class A CDL Driver
Ryder Logistics (@ Metals USA)
York
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Operated Class A commercial vehicles to deliver raw steel locally.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state transportation regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Secure loads using chains/binders and ratchet straps.
Class A CDL Driver
Charles Brothers Poultry
Lancaster
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Operated Class A commercial vehicles to pick up and deliver live poultry locally and over the road.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state transportation regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Auto Body Technician/Auto Body Painter
True Colors Inc.
Lancaster
01.2015 - 04.2018
- Inspected vehicles for damage and assessed repair needs.
- Performed body repairs using a variety of tools.
- Mixed paint and matched colors for vehicle refinishing.
- Communicated with customers about repair processes and timelines.
- Disassembled and reassembled vehicle components as necessary during repairs.
- Inspected completed jobs for quality control purposes prior to releasing vehicles back to customers.
- Maintain inventory of consumables, paints, etc. and place orders as needed.
- Operated company vehicle to travel to and from customer dealerships.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding, masking, and cleaning prior to painting.
- Applied primer and paint using spray guns.
- Wet sand and buff refinished surfaces.
Auto Body Technician/Auto Body Painter
Dent Wizard
Manheim
06.2013 - 01.2015
- Inspected vehicles for damage and assessed repair needs.
- Performed body repairs using a variety of tools.
- Mixed paint and matched colors for vehicle refinishing.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure workflow efficiency.
- Disassembled and reassembled vehicle components as necessary during repairs.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding, masking, and cleaning prior to painting.
- Applied primer and paint using spray guns.
Education
High School Diploma -
Donegal High School
Mount Joy, PA01-2013
Skills
- Steel fabrication
- Blueprint interpretation
- Welding
- Workflow coordination
- Problem solving
- Oxy-fuel cutting
- Repair work
- Painting
- Attention to detail
- Tractor and trailer operation
- Fast learner
- Mechanically inclined
Timeline
Steel Fabricator/Foreman
Honey Fabrication Co. (formerly Little Washington)
07.2022 - Current
Steel Fabricator/Foreman
Raser Industries
01.2020 - 07.2022
Class A CDL Driver
Ryder Logistics (@ Metals USA)
04.2019 - 01.2020
Class A CDL Driver
Charles Brothers Poultry
04.2018 - 04.2019
Auto Body Technician/Auto Body Painter
True Colors Inc.
01.2015 - 04.2018
Auto Body Technician/Auto Body Painter
Dent Wizard
06.2013 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Donegal High School