David Cagle

Versatile manufacturing and skilled trades professional with over 20 years of experience in construction, metal fabrication, welding, heavy equipment operation, and industrial production. Proven ability to adapt across multiple roles, maintain production standards, and support efficient shop operations. Extensive hands-on experience with presses, plasma tables, overhead cranes, forklifts, and welding processes including Sub Arc and spot welding.

Strong mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting and equipment support knowledge. Reliable, safety-focused, and capable of leading by example in fast-paced industrial environments.

Sub Arc Welder / Multi-Skilled Production Operator - Valmont Industries - Kimball, TN

(2014-06 - 2026-04)

• Worked in multiple departments over 12+ years, mastering over 10 production roles to company standards
• Operated 400-ton and 2000-ton presses for over 7 years
• Ran plasma burn tables for nearly 2 years
• Performed Sub Arc welding and earned G1 and Sub Arc certifications
• Operated overhead cranes throughout employment
• Frequently reassigned across departments to maintain workflow and support production demands
• Assisted with equipment troubleshooting and minor repairs
• Maintained safety and productivity standards in a high-volume manufacturing environment

Slit Film Operator - Engineered Flooring / Carpet Mill - Tennessee

(2007-01 - 2013-12)

• Operated slit film machinery in a production environment
• Maintained quality standards and production efficiency
• Supported daily manufacturing goals in a fast-paced setting

Construction / Demo Specialist - H&S Construction - Various Locations

(2004-01 - 2007-12)

• Traveled for commercial demolition and construction projects
• Worked on shopping mall remodeling assignments
• Used hand tools, heavy equipment, and construction machinery
• Supported framing, demolition, and general labor operations

Spot Welder / Production Worker (Temp Assignments) - Universal Form & Clamp / Jasper Materials - Jasper, TN

• Performed spot welding tasks in a team production environment
• Met daily work assignments issued during shift meetings
• Supported fabrication operations until project completion

Food Packing / General Production - Illinois

• Worked in food packing and production operations
• Maintained quality and productivity standards

Cabin Construction Projects

• Assisted with cabin building and related construction work
• Supported structural assembly and finishing tasks

High School Diploma - Idea College Prep (2000-01 - 2004-12)