Thomas Keller
Roseville,MN
Summary
Dynamic Exhibit Fabricator/Designer with a proven track record at Nparallel, specializing in creating innovative tradeshow environments for major brands. Proficient in fabrication and heavy machinery operation, I excel in delivering unique solutions while ensuring safety and teamwork. Recognized for managing installations and maintaining strict budgets, I bring attention to detail and problem-solving skills to every project.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Exhibit Fabricator/Designer
Nparallel
08.2021 - 11.2025
Worked from detailed shop drawings to fabricate large scale tradeshow environments for national brands such as Bridgestone, Ecolab, Hormel and Room and Board.
Operated hand and power tools for fabricating wood, plastic and metal components.
Worked independently and in a team environment.
Managed client properties using an NPX inventory system.
Used Microsoft Office suite
Operated all fashion of lifting/moving equipment including forklift, standing-forklift, scissor-lift and dock-truck. Used heavy equipment to load and unload semi-trucks.
Served on the company safety committee.
Supervised teams up to 8 people for on-site installations of tradeshow environments. Extensive domestic and international travel was required.
Designed original exhibits for retail, commercial and tradeshow environments using Autodesk 3DS Max. Worked directly with clients to deliver unique, aesthetically driven exhibits while maintaining strict budgets.
Used experience and knowledge of various materials and manufacturing techniques to provide one-of-a-kind solutions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Industrial Design
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05-1998
Skills
- Fabrication
- Power tool proficiency
- Heavy machinery operation
- Technical troubleshooting
- Material evaluation
- Develop effective manufacturing solutions
- Skilled in heavy equipment operation
- Inventory management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Safety procedures
- Hand and power tools
- Material prepping
- Blueprints and specifications
- Installation and maintenance
- Fastening methods
- Job order prioritization
- Hand tool usage
- Assembly techniques
- Safety control
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Assembly and production
- Forklift operations
- Equipment operation
- Accuracy
- Mechanically inclined
- Manufacturing
- Product assembly
- Safe equipment operations
- Data entry and recording
- Project documentation
- Pneumatic tools use
- Following procedures and protocols
- Safety regulations adherence
- Pneumatic tools
Accomplishments
Assisted management in resetting entire warehouse/production space to accommodate newly acquired manufacturing business, effectively turning two business into one.
Managed the construction of industrial-scale sanding and painting booth operations.
Founding member of the safety committee which developed protocols consistent with OSHA standards.
Managed the installation of numerous tradeshow environments throughout the U.S. and Canada. Worked closely, on-site with union teams to showcase world class products and services.
Designed and developed many original exhibit spaces and props for national corporations.
Was instrumental in bringing new design software (3DS Max) to the creative department. Conducted training seminars for colleagues.
Timeline
Exhibit Fabricator/Designer
Nparallel
08.2021 - 11.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Industrial Design
University of Michigan
First named inventor on more than 20 U.S. patents and multiple international patents
My previous career was as lead product innovator/designer for a multi-national, commercial playground equipment manufacturer. In that role, I worked independently to develop conceptual equipment designs. When chosen for market development, I worked closely with a team of structural and mechanical engineers to bring the conceptual designs into full production.