Slater Kaesser
Manchester,Iowa
Summary
Driven and reliable individual with strong attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship. Knowledge of welding techniques and safety protocols, with hands-on experience in metalworking and fabrication. Ready to leverage skills to produce high-quality work and contribute to productive team environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder
XL Specialized Trailers
02.2018 - 08.2021
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Focused primarily mild steel components.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Welder
Henderson Products
08.2017 - 02.2018
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Welded with multiple material types and thicknesses. Including Mild Steel, Stainless Steel, and AR400 materials.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Used primarily Pulse MIG Welders.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
Fabricator
XL Specialized Trailers
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
- Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Provided training and mentorship for new hires, fostering a positive team dynamic and promoting skill development.
- Inspected equipment and materials to verify safety and quality standards.
- Modified Heavy Haul Trailer axles to fit different types of specialized trailer suspensions.
General Laborer
Bertch Cabinet Manufacturing
11.2013 - 07.2015
- 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.
- Adapted quickly to new tasks or changes in project scope, demonstrating flexibility in skillset and problem-solving abilities.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded trucks with necessary materials for each project phase while adhering to proper lifting techniques.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oelwein High School
Oelwein, IA05-2013
Skills
- Welding
- Machinery operation
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Troubleshooting
- Organization
- Heavy lifting
- Blueprint reading
- Quality control
- Hand and power tools
- Mentorship/Trainer
- Critical thinking
- OSHA Certified
- 5S Methodology
- Blueprints and specifications
Certification
OSHA General Industry Safety and Health Certification Issued August 2016
Timeline
Welder
XL Specialized Trailers
02.2018 - 08.2021
Welder
Henderson Products
08.2017 - 02.2018
Fabricator
XL Specialized Trailers
07.2015 - 08.2017
General Laborer
Bertch Cabinet Manufacturing
11.2013 - 07.2015
High School Diploma -
Oelwein High School
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