Michael Kline
Wernersville
Summary
Resourceful Welding Specialist offering expertise in problem-solving, data analysis, process improvement and customer service. Adept at quickly learning new technologies and processes for driving success. Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects and developing innovative solutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding Sales/Process Specialist
Airgas
03.2022 - Current
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Account/Customer management. Accountable for managing several savings and operational improvement projects across many customers.
- Interpreted clients' needs and introduced services to fit specific requirements.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Reduced costs by identifying inefficiencies in operations and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Share cost savings, findings and educational seminars via formal/informal presentations to management and all plant employees.
Welding Instructor
Berks Career & Technology Center
08.2020 - 03.2022
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback to guide improvement.
- Mentored and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
- Enhanced student understanding of welding techniques by incorporating hands-on demonstrations and practical exercises.
- Advised students on course selection, career decisions and other academic and vocational concerns.
- Served as an active participant in faculty meetings, contributing valuable insights towards improving overall departmental performance.
Technical Sales Representative/Key Industries
Castolin Eutectic
05.2017 - 08.2020
- Delivered comprehensive training sessions for new hires, equipping them with the necessary skills for success in a technical sales role.
- Interacted with problematic accounts, helping to build lasting rapport and boosting revenue opportunities
- Worked with managment team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
- Developed strong relationships with key industry players, enhancing company reputation and market presence.
- Collaborated closely with engineering team to ensure accurate product knowledge for successful client demonstrations.
- Hold presentations and educational seminars for management and plant employees.
Robotics Programmer
R-V Industries
06.2015 - 08.2017
- Programming Lincoln/Fanuc welding cells
- Training new operators to become proficient programmers/operators.
- Provide welding training to entry level welders
- Work cooperatively with all departments to meet customer deadlines
- ASME, NQA1, D1.1, API qualified welder and programmer
Robotics Programmer
Summit Steel & Manufacturing
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Responsible for programming Motoman, Kuka, Panasonic robotic welding cells
- Fast paced, high production environment
Education
Graduate -
Conrad Weiser High School
Robesonia, PASkills
- Automated Welding Processes
- GTAW, GMAW, SMAW, SAW
- AWS CWS, Welding Inspector (In process)
- AWS CWS, Welding Economics
- Expert Problem Solving
- Process Improvement
Timeline
Welding Sales/Process Specialist
Airgas
03.2022 - Current
Welding Instructor
Berks Career & Technology Center
08.2020 - 03.2022
Technical Sales Representative/Key Industries
Castolin Eutectic
05.2017 - 08.2020
Robotics Programmer
R-V Industries
06.2015 - 08.2017
Robotics Programmer
Summit Steel & Manufacturing
06.2014 - 06.2016
Graduate -
Conrad Weiser High School
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