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EMMALEE CHINN

Henderson

Summary

Safety-oriented and dependable professional with extensive experience in welding, fabrication, and various industrial sectors. Proven ability to lead teams effectively, train staff to excel in their roles, and manage processes efficiently across industrial, healthcare, and food industry environments. Committed to fostering a culture of safety while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement. Adept at adapting to dynamic work environments and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder / Fabricator – Maintenance Dept.

Hercules
11.2024 - Current
  • Performed welding and fabrication of all departmental projects.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to ensure accuracy.
  • Utilized MIG welding techniques for fabrication and repair.
  • Conducted torch cutting and material preparation.
  • Assisted with light electrical maintenance and troubleshooting.
  • Performed carpentry work and facilities maintenance including building break rooms, fences, painting, repairing exposed wires.
  • Repaired welders and replaced parts on welding machines.
  • Operated general hand tools, replaced hand tool parts.
  • Operated fork lift, boom lift and sky lift.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.

Owner

Ems's Pressure Washing and Auto Details
10.2021 - Current
  • Executed pressure washing of residential properties and auto detailing.
  • Conducted market research and implemented marketing strategies.
  • Performed small engine repairs and up keep of pressure washing equipment.
  • Managed sales strategies, invoicing, estimates, and scheduling.
  • Promoted business on social media and designed marketing content.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • This is something I do on the side for extra money

Central Processing Technician

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2024
  • Labeled and maintained inventory, submitted requisitions, and distributed instruments, trays, and crash carts.
  • Processed and managed incoming and outgoing samples for the laboratory.
  • Supervised processing technicians and phlebotomists as charge tech.
  • Trained new hires and documented lab activities.
  • Managed and directed all incoming calls to the lab department in central processing.
  • Utilized Epic, Responder, Sunquest, DCR tracker, Putty, Arup, and Mayo systems.
  • Responisble for Documenting Iv Draws, couldnt gets, refusals and more.
  • Assisted with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives and quality improvement, safety and environmental and infection control standards.

Welder / Structural Fitter

Grey Wolf Construction
07.2021 - 10.2021
  • Operated welding equipment in multiple positions.
  • Read blueprints and layouts to plan fabrication and welding procedures.
  • Performed MIG and flux core welding for fabrication projects.
  • Operated overhead cranes and fabrication machinery.
  • Trained new hires and ensured quality control.
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • left job due to plant shutdown

Welder / Structural Fitter

Castlen Steel
08.2020 - 07.2021
  • Fabricated and welded carbon steel and aluminum materials.
  • Read blueprints and layouts for welding operations.
  • Operated forklifts, boom trucks, and overhead cranes.
  • Troubleshot MIG welding machine issues.
  • Fit anodes for welders.
  • Operated forklift, and boom lift.
  • Operated torch.
  • Trained all new hires and maintained safety compliance.

Stock Member

Walmart
11.2019 - 08.2020
  • Managed inventory and organized merchandise.
  • Unloaded large trucks and operated pallet jacks.
  • Assisted customers with locating and selecting merchandise.
  • Trained new hires and maintained stock rotation.
  • Fulltime welding student during this time.

Supervisor

Hardee’s Restaurant
05.2015 - 11.2019
  • Supervised staff and maintained operating schedules.
  • Trained new employees and managed labor cost control.
  • Handled inventory, invoices, audits, and daily reports.
  • Ensured quality assurance and customer satisfaction.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology

Owensboro Community and Technical College
Owensboro, KY
05.2021

High School Diploma - undefined

Ohio County High School
Hartford, KY
05.2015

Skills

  • MIG, TIG, Stick & Flux Core Welding, Blueprint Reading, Torch Cutting, Fabrication & Fitting, Forklift & Heavy Machinery Operation, Facilities Maintenance & Carpentry, Inventory Control, Team Training & Leadership, Process Implementation & QA, Sterilization & Decontamination Procedures, Customer Service & Workforce Management, Sales & Marketing Strategies
  • Attention to detail
  • Critical thinking
  • Equipment operation
  • Management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Multitasking
  • Computer skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Calm under pressure
  • Problem resolution

Timeline

Welder / Fabricator – Maintenance Dept.

Hercules
11.2024 - Current

Central Processing Technician

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2024

Owner

Ems's Pressure Washing and Auto Details
10.2021 - Current

Welder / Structural Fitter

Grey Wolf Construction
07.2021 - 10.2021

Welder / Structural Fitter

Castlen Steel
08.2020 - 07.2021

Stock Member

Walmart
11.2019 - 08.2020

Supervisor

Hardee’s Restaurant
05.2015 - 11.2019

High School Diploma - undefined

Ohio County High School

Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology

Owensboro Community and Technical College
EMMALEE CHINN