Tara Kettler

• Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
• Upheld strict standards of privacy and confidentiality in all aspects of caregiving, maintaining the dignity and respect for patients at all times.
• Managed medical appointments, coordinating with healthcare professionals to ensure timely access to necessary services.
• Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
• Provided transportation and appointments management.
• Assisted with end-of-life care.

Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.

• Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
• Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
• Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
• Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
• 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.
• Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
• Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
• Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
• Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
• Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
• Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
• Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
• Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
• Facilitated cross-department communication, ensuring projects stayed on schedule with clear updates and coordination.
• Enhanced workshop safety by consistently adhering to all safety protocols and conducting regular equipment checks.
• Improved customer satisfaction by delivering custom welding projects ahead of scheduled deadlines.
• Enhanced aesthetic appeal of final products with skilled finishing techniques for smooth and clean welds.
• Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
• Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
• Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
• Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
• Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
• Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
• Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.

• Strengthened workplace safety culture, actively participating in safety meetings and contributing ideas for continuous improvement.
• Achieved smooth project transitions by providing clear documentation of completed work for follow-up teams or departments as needed.
• Expedited project completion timelines by carefully planning and executing welding tasks in a sequential order to minimize downtime.
• Watched production lines for consistent errors and reported problems to supervisor.
• Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale welding projects within tight deadlines.
• Operated drill press to bore holes through metal workpieces.
• Trained new hires on proper welding techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols to ensure consistent work quality across the team.
• Demonstrated commitment to environmental sustainability by recycling scrap materials and properly disposing of hazardous waste according to regulations.
• Increased weld quality by conducting thorough inspections and maintaining equipment regularly.
• Prepared materials for welding by cleaning metal surfaces with scrapers and grinders, removing tough spots.
• Upheld stringent quality control standards through regular visual inspections of weldments prior to final assembly stages.
• Supported inventory management efforts by tracking material usage and alerting supervisors when supplies were low or needed replenishment.
• Demonstrated versatility in various welding processes – MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux Core – ensuring adaptability to project requirements.
• Reduced rework and scrap rates by consistently producing high-quality welds that met or exceeded specifications.
• Assisted in the development of custom jigs and fixtures, speeding up production times while maintaining precision standards.
• Maintained a safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines during welding tasks.
• Improved workflow efficiency, optimizing workspace layout and organization for easier access to tools and materials.
• Checked drive rolls and wire spool hubs to verify adequate tension for optimal feeding performance.
• Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
• Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
• Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
• Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
• Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
• Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
• Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
• Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.

• Changed wire, gas tanks, and tools to meet different production demands.
• Disassembled, corrected, and reassembled defective components.
• Streamlined fabrication processes for improved productivity, utilizing precise measurements and accurate cutting techniques.
• Used combination squares, straightedges and calipers to lay out and align work pieces.
• Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
• Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
• Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
• Strengthened workplace safety culture, actively participating in safety meetings and contributing ideas for continuous improvement.
• Achieved smooth project transitions by providing clear documentation of completed work for follow-up teams or departments as needed.
• Expedited project completion timelines by carefully planning and executing welding tasks in a sequential order to minimize downtime.
• Watched production lines for consistent errors and reported problems to supervisor.
• Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale welding projects within tight deadlines.
• Increased weld quality by conducting thorough inspections and maintaining equipment regularly.
• Reduced rework and scrap rates by consistently producing high-quality welds that met or exceeded specifications.
• Assisted in the development of custom jigs and fixtures, speeding up production times while maintaining precision standards.
• Maintained a safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines during welding tasks.
• Improved workflow efficiency, optimizing workspace layout and organization for easier access to tools and materials.
• Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
• Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
• Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
• Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
• Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
• Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.

• Facilitated cross-functional teamwork between departments for seamless collaboration on complex projects requiring multiple skill sets from various disciplines.
• Trained new hires on proper welding techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols to ensure consistent work quality across the team.
• Demonstrated commitment to environmental sustainability by recycling scrap materials and properly disposing of hazardous waste according to regulations.
• Upheld stringent quality control standards through regular visual inspections of weldments prior to final assembly stages.
• Demonstrated versatility in various welding processes – MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux Core – ensuring adaptability to project requirements.
• Checked drive rolls and wire spool hubs to verify adequate tension for optimal feeding performance.
• Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
• Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
• Changed wire, gas tanks, and tools to meet different production demands.
• Disassembled, corrected, and reassembled defective components.
• Streamlined fabrication processes for improved productivity, utilizing precise measurements and accurate cutting techniques.
• Strengthened workplace safety culture, actively participating in safety meetings and contributing ideas for continuous improvement.
• Achieved smooth project transitions by providing clear documentation of completed work for follow-up teams or departments as needed.
• Expedited project completion timelines by carefully planning and executing welding tasks in a sequential order to minimize downtime.
• Watched production lines for consistent errors and reported problems to supervisor.
• Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale welding projects within tight deadlines.
• Increased weld quality by conducting thorough inspections and maintaining equipment regularly.
• Maintained a safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines during welding tasks.
• Improved workflow efficiency, optimizing workspace layout and organization for easier access to tools and materials.
• Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
• Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
• Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
• Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.

• Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
• Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
• Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
• Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
• Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
• Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
• Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
• Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
• Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
• Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
• Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.
• Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
• Observed hydrostatic and dimension tolerance tests to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.
• Collaborated on design of custom metalwork projects, meeting client specifications with innovative solutions.
• Supported junior welders through mentorship, enhancing team capabilities with shared knowledge and experience.
• Improved project completion times by streamlining welding processes for structural components.
• Assisted in project estimation by providing accurate time and material assessments for welding tasks.
• Contributed to environmental sustainability by implementing metal recycling practices in workshop.
• Increased efficiency in metal fabrication with precise welding techniques for complex assemblies.
• Solved complex welding challenges by applying specialized techniques in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
• Increased operational lifespan of equipment with regular maintenance and timely repairs.
• Reduced material waste with careful planning and accurate cutting of metal components.
• Streamlined workshop operations, organizing tools and equipment for easy access and efficient workflow.
• Led team training sessions, boosting overall skill levels with advanced welding techniques.
• Maintained high standard of quality control, ensuring all welds met or exceeded industry standards.
• Ensured compliance with all regulatory standards, keeping documentation updated and accessible.
• Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
• Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
• Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
• Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
• Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
• Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
• 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.
• Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
• Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
• Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
• Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
• Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
• Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
• Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
• Facilitated cross-department communication, ensuring projects stayed on schedule with clear updates and coordination.
• Improved customer satisfaction by delivering custom welding projects ahead of scheduled deadlines.
• Enhanced aesthetic appeal of final products with skilled finishing techniques for smooth and clean welds.
• Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
• Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
• Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
• Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
• Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
• Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
• Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
• Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
• Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
• Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
• Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.