Summary
Overview
Work History
Certification
Welding Positions
References
Timeline
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GRAHAM OETKEN

Summary

Organized and detail-oriented person dedicated to improving efficiency, productivity and profitability through continuous process improvement. Analytical thinker skilled at developing innovative solutions to complex problems.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Robotic Welder

Webco
04.2025 - Current
  • Ensured consistent weld quality through diligent monitoring of the welding process and making necessary adjustments.
  • Drove continuous improvement efforts by actively seeking feedback from colleagues and conducting regular reviews of personal performance, identifying areas for growth and implementing targeted action plans.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives by participating in lean manufacturing activities and process optimization efforts.
  • Improved workplace safety standards by implementing proper use of personal protective equipment and safe operating procedures for robotic welders.

Delivery Driver

Amazon
01.2020 - 01.2025
  • Managed delivery routes via Amazon Delivery app, ensuring timely and accurate package deliveries
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Provided excellent customer service by resolving issues and maintaining professional communication
  • Worked independently, managing flexible hours while meeting performance targets

Fabrication Operator

Seimans
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Worked on team of 6 in factory setting
  • Checked post production wind turbine blades
  • Operated and trained on Gantry crane
  • Logged any quality issues came across into QC system
  • Built 64 meter wind turbine blades

Espresso Repair Technician

Starbucks
01.2018 - 12.2019
  • Learned complete make-up of 6 industrial machines
  • Complete self-management on personal day-to-day operations
  • Setting ETAs and deadlines for myself and completing all work before these deadlines
  • Billing for work appropriately for time spent on-site and for time spent traveling to the site
  • Oversaw other technicians in day-to-day operations including giving reviews and instruction

Certification

T&L Welding Academy

  • Certified Welder (CW) - American Welding Society
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction Safety Certification - OSHA Training Institute Education Centers or authorized providers
  • AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Certification – American Welding Society for those working specifically with structural steel
  • SMAW Techniques & Materials
  • Oxyfuel Cutting
  • Plasma Cutting

Welding Positions

  • AWS Quality certified 2G
  • SMAW (1F, 2F, 3F), (1G, 2G, 3G)
  • MIG (1F, 2F, 3F), (1G, 2G, 3G)

References

Dylan Schroll (Professional)................................(515) 344-5270

Jordan Smith (Professional).................................(913) 201-2220

Kyle Grooms (Professional)..................................(319) 750-6420

Kelly Meyer (Personal)...........................................(313) 323-3335

Timeline

Robotic Welder

Webco
04.2025 - Current

Delivery Driver

Amazon
01.2020 - 01.2025

Fabrication Operator

Seimans
01.2019 - 01.2020

Espresso Repair Technician

Starbucks
01.2018 - 12.2019
GRAHAM OETKEN