Kaleb Kendrick
Irrigon,OR
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in welding and fabrication at Ducworks Inc. Proven problem-solver with a strong attention to detail, consistently ensuring high-quality welds and compliance with safety standards. Skilled in blueprint reading and heavy lifting, contributing to efficient production workflows and successful project completions.
Experienced with physically demanding tasks in construction, maintenance, and logistics environments. Utilizes strong problem-solving skills and teamwork to adapt to changing needs and meet project goals. Track record of reliability and effective collaboration in various manual labor tasks.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
General Laborer
Eastern Oregon Mechanical
02.2025 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Completed tasks efficiently for timely project completion within set deadlines.
- Assisted in the successful completion of various construction projects through diligent labor and attention to detail.
Welder
Ducworks Inc
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions.
Machinist
Brigham Implement
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites, to produce high-quality machined components.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Assisted in training new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe operation of equipment.
Welder Helper
T&M Manufacturing
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Fetched materials, equipment, and tools for welding professionals.
- Removed trash and excess materials to clean up work areas.
- Supported welders with precise measurements, cutting, and fitting of metal components for accurate assembly.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Maintained equipment in good working order.
- Ensured high-quality welds through pre-weld joint preparation, including cleaning surfaces and removing debris.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Kept positive attitude focused on learning new processes and techniques.
- Reduced downtime by ensuring timely maintenance and repair of welding tools and machinery.
- Upheld company standards through compliance with industry regulations, codes, and guidelines during all activities.
Education
Irrigon Jr/sr High
Irrigon, ORSkills
- Heavy lifting
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Welding
- Blueprint reading
- Fabrication
Timeline
General Laborer
Eastern Oregon Mechanical
02.2025 - Current
Welder
Ducworks Inc
08.2023 - 05.2024
Machinist
Brigham Implement
03.2022 - 08.2023
Welder Helper
T&M Manufacturing
05.2021 - 02.2022
Irrigon Jr/sr High
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