John J Stempka
ERIE,PA
Summary
Experienced Welder Fabricator skilled in MIG, TIG, stick, and flux core welding across steel, aluminum, and stainless assemblies. Strong in blueprint interpretation, cutting, fitting, and weld inspection, with a proven ability to support custom builds, repair damaged parts, and keep work moving safely and efficiently.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder Fabricator
Stempka Manufacturing LLC
Erie, PA
01.2016 - Current
- Supported fabrication of metal components from blueprints and shop drawings with accurate weld alignment.
- Fabricated metal components from blueprints and shop drawings with precise weld alignment.
- Measured, cut, and fitted material using saws, grinders, and fabrication equipment.
- Checked welds for quality, dimensions, and specification compliance.
- Repaired damaged metal parts through welding, grinding, and reshaping methods.
- Maintained welding equipment and kept fabrication area organized for safe daily operations.
- Worked with production teams to complete custom builds and assembly needs.
Welder Fabricator
General Electric Company
Erie, PA
2011 - 01.2016
- Built metal components from blueprints and shop drawings with precise weld alignment.
- Measured, cut, and fit materials using saws, grinders, and fabrication equipment.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead, and flat positions.
- Followed safety procedures by wearing protective equipment and staying alert.
Stempka MFG, LLC
Welder Fabricator
Erie, PA
06.2004 - 2010
- - Stayed self-motivated and took responsibility for assigned work.
- - Adapted quickly and supported team needs in fast-paced environments.
- - Worked independently or with team members to complete tasks effectively.
- - Learned new processes quickly and adjusted to changing situations.
- - Reviewed details carefully while completing assignments.
- - Used critical thinking to analyze problems, compare solutions, and make decisions.
Advanced Welding Technologies, Inc.
Welder and Fabricator
Erie
06.2002 - 06.2004
- Exhibited personal responsibility by meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work.
- Adapted quickly to changing demands while maintaining productivity in busy settings.
- Successfully balanced independent tasks and team collaboration to achieve goals.
- Demonstrated quick learning and adaptability in various work environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Education
Certificate of Proficiency in All Motorcycles - Motorcycle Technican
Motorcycle Insitute
Phoenix, AZ06-1998
High School Diploma -
McDowell High School
Erie, PA06-1997
Certificate of Proficiency - Metal Fabrication
Erie County Technical School
Erie, PA05-1997
Skills
- Grinding techniques
- Collaboration
- Stick welding
- Flux core welding
- Pipe welding
- Arc welding
- Stainless steel metal welding
- Aluminum metal welding
- Blueprint reading
- Stainless welding
- Measurements and calculations
- Welding equipment upkeep
- Repair skills
- Troubleshooting
- Vertical welding
- Overhead welding position
- Flat welding position
- Gas metal arc equipment
- Wire feed machines
- Measurement techniques
- Metal combination welding
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Blueprint analysis
- Troubleshooting
- Metal joining techniques
Certification
Certified in FCAW, SMAW, (AWS D1.1) GTAW (AWS D1.3).
ASME Sec. 9 Pressure Vessel and boiler repair, High impact armor.
Timeline
Welder Fabricator
Stempka Manufacturing LLC
01.2016 - Current
Stempka MFG, LLC
Welder Fabricator
06.2004 - 2010
Advanced Welding Technologies, Inc.
Welder and Fabricator
06.2002 - 06.2004
Welder Fabricator
General Electric Company
2011 - 01.2016
Certificate of Proficiency in All Motorcycles - Motorcycle Technican
Motorcycle Insitute
High School Diploma -
McDowell High School
Certificate of Proficiency - Metal Fabrication
Erie County Technical School