Open To Work
Reuben Gonzalez
Strausstown
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Innovative educator in vocational training, known for productivity and efficient task completion.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
30
30
Certification
Work History
Lead Welder/Weld trainer
Reading Truck Body
Reading
01.2025 - Current
- Designed welding curriculum to enhance student understanding and skills.
- Demonstrated welding techniques, reinforcing proper application and safety practices for students.
- Demonstrated various welding processes to ensure student comprehension.
- Assessed student progress through practical evaluations and hands-on demonstrations.
- Evaluated student performance using grading criteria established by school policy.
- Optimized learning plans and quantified student progress through test administration.
- Developed lesson plans focusing on various welding processes and materials.
- Mentored students in advanced welding techniques and career development strategies.
- Collaborated with industry partners to align training with current workforce needs.
- Collaborated with other instructors within the program on ways to improve overall quality and effectiveness of instruction.
- Facilitated workshops on safety protocols and best practices in welding operations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations set forth by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- Trained employees on welding and train car protocol and best practices while assisting with D15.1 3G/4G certification testing.
- Effectively instructed students and eliminated learning gaps using a wide variety of teaching aids and motivational strategies.
- Efficiently managed day-to-day operations, including curriculum implementation and continuous improvement of industry best practices to bolster production and task completion.
- Performed regular maintenance on all welding equipment to ensure its functionality.
Manufacturing Engineer Support Tech
Reading Truck Body
Reading
01.2021 - Current
- Led projects to upgrade machinery and technology, enhancing facility capabilities.
- Developed and implemented manufacturing process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing techniques such as 5S, Kaizen events, Kanban systems, in order to optimize production flow and improve overall efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues effectively.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting equipment problems during the manufacturing process.
- Conducted root cause analysis on equipment failures to prevent future occurrences.
- Evaluated existing tooling designs for manufacturability improvements.
- Trained personnel on proper use of machines and tools used in the manufacturing process.
- Designed manufacturing processes to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
- Developed and maintained documentation for manufacturing procedures and standards.
- Developed detailed documentation for all processes including Standard Operating Procedures.
- Coordinated with Quality Control, Procurement, Maintenance, and Production Planning to ensure on-time delivery of parts and products meeting specifications.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on production equipment to ensure operational reliability.
- Conducted time studies to determine labor costs associated with each product line.
- Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions that reduced costs or improved quality and delivery performance.
Continuous Improvement Specialist
Reading Truck Body
Reading
01.2020 - Current
- Led process improvement initiatives across production and operational workflows.
- Developed and implemented Lean Six Sigma projects resulting in cost savings, improved customer service, and increased efficiency.
- Analyzed workflow efficiency to identify areas for enhancement.
- Analyzed data from multiple sources to determine areas for improvement in production processes.
- Coordinated root cause analysis for operational challenges and inefficiencies.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify process issues and implement targeted solutions for improvement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement best practices.
- Participated in cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements.
- Facilitated training sessions on continuous improvement methodologies.
- Created training materials for employees on process improvement techniques such as 5S, value stream mapping, and lean manufacturing principles.
- Trained team members on the use of quality management systems such as ISO 9001, 2015 or Six Sigma DMAIC methodology.
- Coached business teams on A3 thinking and 8D problem solving techniques to enhance problem-solving capabilities.
- Utilized various software applications such as Microsoft Visio or Minitab Statistical Software for analyzing data related to process improvement activities.
- Developed documentation for standard operating procedures and guidelines.
- Performed gap analyses between current state processes and desired future states based on customer requirements or organizational goals.
- Monitored key performance indicators to assess the effectiveness of continuous improvement initiatives.
- Implemented innovative solutions to address operational challenges.
- Supported project management efforts for process optimization initiatives.
- Evaluated internal systems and prepared training initiatives to mitigate ongoing problems.
- Organized benchmarking visits at other organizations to gain insights into best practices in continuous improvement methods.
- Provided guidance on the use of Lean tools including Kanban, Kaizen Blitzes, Visual Management Boards.
- Documented research findings and prepared polished reports highlighting results and potential improvement strategies.
Quality Assurance Inspector
Reading Truck Body
Reading
01.2019 - Current
- Inspected products to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
- Conducted routine audits of production processes for adherence to safety regulations.
- Documented inspection findings and maintained detailed records for traceability.
- Trained new inspectors on quality assurance protocols and inspection techniques.
- Utilized measurement tools to evaluate product dimensions and performance characteristics.
- Communicated effectively with management to address potential quality concerns promptly.
- Monitored production operations to identify potential problems with quality assurance.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed during inspections and tests.
- Inspected incoming material for correct size, shape, color, and other characteristics according to customer orders.
- Reported repeat issues to supervisors and diagnosed source.
- Provided feedback to management on process improvements needed in order to meet customer requirements.
- Analyzed rejected materials to identify root causes of failure, facilitating targeted corrective actions.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding product quality issues.
- Participated in internal audits of manufacturing processes in order to identify areas needing improvement.
- Verified that all manufactured parts met design tolerances using precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
- Developed standard operating procedures for quality control processes.
- Designed and followed detailed inspection schedules.
- Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
- Recommended process improvements to enhance quality control standards and align production with specifications.
- Analyzed plans, specifications and blueprints to understand product requirements.
- Documented non-conformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Inspected and repaired products to meet project expectations.
- Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
- Notified supervisors or other relevant personnel of test or production issues.
- Read blueprints and manuals to determine test procedures or adjustment methods.
- Learned new testing methods through continued education and research.
Certified Weld Fabricator/ Mounting
Reading Truck Body
Reading
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Fabricated truck bodies using precision tools and equipment.
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications for accurate assembly.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to standards.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance production efficiency through process improvements.
- Trained junior fabricators on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, minimizing downtime during production runs.
- Used hand tools to position, align and secure product components.
- Measured and marked material for cutting or shaping using measuring tools.
- Installed fabricated items in accordance with drawings and specifications.
- Cut materials such as steel plates, tubes, bars, angles, channels using hand tools and power saws.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
- Fitted and aligned parts to fit properly on products.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine job requirements including dimensions and tolerances.
- Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
- Performed grinding operations using grinders or buffers to smooth surfaces after welding.
- Set up jigs, fixtures or other holding devices according to blueprint specifications.
- Adhered to production schedules to meet company goals.
- Utilized plasma cutter when necessary to cut through thick pieces of metal quickly.
- Assembled components into subassemblies or complete units prior to installation.
- Inspected finished welds for conformance with specifications and visually inspected assemblies for quality assurance.
- Identified defects in welds such as porosity, cracks, slag inclusion.
- Selected appropriate filler metals based on type of base materials being joined.
- Performed quality assurance tests on products to adhere to production standards.
- Read and interpreted schematics and drawings for accurate results.
Education
High School -
Reading High School
Reading, PASkills
- Welding techniques
- Gas metal arc welding
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Spray arc Welder
- Welding inspection
- Welding standards
- Welding specifications
- Welding process selection
- Advanced welding
- Non-destructive testing
- Welding automation
- Quality control
- Quality management
- Continuous improvement
- Process improvement
- Six Sigma
- A3 problem solving
- Manufacturing optimization
- Project management
- Welding project oversight
- Welding curriculum design
- Train-the-trainer
- Hands-on training
- Lead worker
- Certified supervisor
- Certified Quality Inspector
- Performance evaluation
- Equipment maintenance
- Maintain equipment
- Team leadership
- Team problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Engagement strategies
- Attention to detail
- Equipment upkeep
- Reliability
- COMMUNICATION
- Workplace motivation
- Attention to detail
- Equipment upkeep
- Reliability
Awards
- Recognition Rewards
- Certifications
References
Available upon request
Leadership Experience
Manage charity events. Social gatherings coordinator.
Certification
Certification Upon Request
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$86000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Lead Welder/Weld trainer
Reading Truck Body
01.2025 - Current
Manufacturing Engineer Support Tech
Reading Truck Body
01.2021 - Current
Continuous Improvement Specialist
Reading Truck Body
01.2020 - Current
Quality Assurance Inspector
Reading Truck Body
01.2019 - Current
Certified Weld Fabricator/ Mounting
Reading Truck Body
01.2017 - 01.2019
High School -
Reading High School