1. MATTHEW LAKE
6263 Mitchell Street, Theodore, AL 36582 H: (251) 259-7531 C: (251) 259-7531 mlake5076@gmail.com
Shipfitter III , A Class Structural Fitter with over 17 years of experience at Bath Iron Works, Bath Maine and
Austal USA, Mobile Alabama . Skilled at juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure. Looking for a
position to help advance a highly motivated, goal-oriented, shipbuilding team.
Experienced Fabricator/Welder
Blueprint proficient
Trainer/Mentor
Vibratory tool experienced
Contractual knowledge
Leadership skills
Safety oriented
Interpersonal skills
Extremely dependable
Fast learner
Highly motivated
Excellent attention to detail
MIG/TIG Welder, 09/1994 to 04/1998
Gabriel Electronics – Scarborough, ME
Employed different welding techniques to assemble parts and components from print.
Welded aluminum for the assembly of satellite dishes, and microwave antennas.
Ship Fitter III, 04/1998 to 07/2015
Bath Iron Works – Bath, ME
Fabricated and installed large and small foundations per drawing.
Erected units.
Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
Ensured that all health and safety guidelines were followed.
Maintained necessary level of communications between shifts.
Monitored product standards and quality-control programs.
Reviewed processing schedules and production orders concerning inventory requirements, staffing
requirements, work procedures and duty assignments, considering budgetary limitations and time
constraints.
Supervised and motivated staff and management.
A Class Structural Fitter, 08/2015 to Current
Austal U.S.A. – Mobile, AL
Fabricate large and small parts per drawing, assemble parts as required and install them.
Ensure that products are produced on time and are of high quality.
Work with TA's, Apprentices and B class Fitters to help advance there knowledge of ship building.
Abide by all OSHA and Austal safety standards and regulations.
High School Diploma: 1988
Scarborough High School - Scarborough, ME
Leadership 1 course
Safety committee
Blueprint training courses
College level drafting classes
Trained and mentored new hires
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
SKILLS
WORK HISTORY
EDUCATION
ACCOMPLISHMENTS

2. Worked as liaison between management and employees, solving issues such as sequencing, quality of
work, job assignments, print corrections, and time management.
Condo/Personal Lift
Fork Truck
Safety Harness
Torch
Welding (Stainless, Aluminum, Steel)
Plasma
Respirator
REFERENCES---------------------------------------------------------------------
Kevin Mershon- Director of Steel , Bath Iron Works (207) 442-4958(207) 442-4958
Dana MacIntire- Specialist/ Yard Coordinator , Bath Iron Works (207) 837-0728(207) 837-0728
Jeff Staggs- Craft Administrator , Bath Iron Works (207) 442-2993(207) 442-2993
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