John Alexander David Hughes
Macclesfield,Cheshire East
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in surface preparation, defect identification, and safety compliance, specializing in metal finishing and abrasive blasting techniques.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Powder coater
Vulcan beds
Oswestry, Shropshire
05.2022 - Current
- Operated powder coating equipment to ensure consistent application of coatings across various products.
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and masking to achieve optimal adhesion and finish quality.
- Maintained accurate records of production runs and material usage to support inventory management.
- Achieved smooth finish by properly applying powder coats to metal surfaces.
- Maintained clean workspace, improving productivity and safety.
- Operated machinery to apply powder coat evenly across products.
- Inspected finished pieces with keen attention to detail for quality assurance.
- Identified defects on coated items swiftly, reducing waste and rework time.
- Smoothened metal items by removing sharp edges using grinding machines.
Sandblaster
Vulcan beds
Oswestry, Shropshire
05.2022 - Current
- Operated sandblasting equipment to prepare surfaces for painting and finishing.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a clean working environment.
- Collaborated with team members to effectively manage workflow and project deadlines.
- Monitored and adjusted sandblasting pressure to achieve optimal surface quality.
- Inspected finished products to guarantee quality standards were consistently met.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by effectively removing rust and old paint.
- Removed residues after blasting, leaving a clean surface behind.
- Kept worksites clean and safe by promptly disposing of used materials.
- Followed blueprints and specifications whilst preparing surfaces for subsequent treatments.
- Cleaned tools after use, prolonging their lifespan and effectiveness.
- Inspected products to meet quality standards and compliance.
- Prepared and cleaned metal for electroplating, enamelling and galvanising.
Welding technician
Carpenter & Patterson
Welshpool, Powys
01.2015 - 11.2018
- Designed and implemented welding processes to optimise structural integrity of components.
- Operated and maintained various welding equipment, ensuring optimal production performance.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to interpret technical drawings for precise fabrication.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to guarantee compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Troubleshot and resolved welding-related issues to minimise downtime and maintain production efficiency.
- Reduced material waste by optimising resource usage in all projects undertaken.
- Operated hand-held torches, grinders, lathe machines to provide comprehensive service package.
- Achieved smooth finishes with meticulous attention to detail in grinding and buffing processes.
- Performed regular maintenance on welding tools, ensuring equipment longevity and reliability.
- Maintained highest safety standards by implementing thorough equipment checks.
School caretaker
Shrewsbury College
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
01.2011 - 11.2014
- Established safety protocols to ensure secure environment for students.
- Oversaw maintenance tasks, including equipment repairs and routine upkeep.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene standards across school facilities.
- Handled recycling duties; promoted sustainable practices amongst students.
- Prepared school facilities for special activities or events; facilitated seamless execution.
- Maintained clean and safe school grounds by regular sweeping, mopping, and rubbish removal.
- Performed minor repairs on furniture, school equipment to prolong usage life.
- Responded quickly to emergencies or unexpected situations to minimise disruption.
- Inspected cleaning and caretaking equipment, made minor repairs and reported defects.
Welding technician
Salop Design & Enginnering
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
04.2012 - 05.2014
- Operated welding equipment to achieve precision in fabrication processes.
- Inspected welded joints to ensure integrity and compliance with safety standards.
- Complied strictly with company's quality assurance guidelines for exceptional end products.
- Interpreted blueprints accurately to ensure successful completion of complex welding procedures.
- Reduced material waste by optimising resource usage in all projects undertaken.
- Undertook difficult repairs requiring expert welding skills; demonstrated resilience under pressure.
- Achieved smooth finishes with meticulous attention to detail in grinding and buffing processes.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Welding
Shrewsbury College
Shrewsbury, Shropshire 06/2011 - 07/2014
NVQ Level 2 - Carpentry
Shrewsbury College
Shrewsbury, Shropshire 07/2011 - 07/2014
Skills
- Surface preparation
- Defect identification
- Safety compliance
- Metal finishing
- Equipment cleaning
- Visual inspection expertise
- Sandblasting techniques
- Sandblasting proficiency
- Abrasive blasting
- Instruction following
- Self-discipline
- Powder coating
Affiliations
- Hiking climbing up snowdonia
- Music festivals
- I’m learning about doing carbon fibre composites
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Powder coater
Vulcan beds
05.2022 - Current
Sandblaster
Vulcan beds
05.2022 - Current
Welding technician
Carpenter & Patterson
01.2015 - 11.2018
Welding technician
Salop Design & Enginnering
04.2012 - 05.2014
School caretaker
Shrewsbury College
01.2011 - 11.2014
NVQ Level 3 - Welding
Shrewsbury College
06/2011 - 07/2014
NVQ Level 2 - Carpentry
Shrewsbury College
07/2011 - 07/2014