Travis Tepe
Winona,MN
Summary
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Compounder
Watkins
Winona, Minnesota
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Mixed raw materials according to precise formulas and specifications.
- Operated blending equipment to ensure proper consistency and quality.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in work area for safety compliance.
- Conducted quality checks to verify product conformance to standards.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards during operations.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track raw product used in orders.
Welder/Fabricator
Winona Welding & Sandblasting
Winona, Minnesota
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Operated welding equipment to fabricate metal components for various projects.
- Collaborated with team members to complete welding tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance during operations.
- Cut materials with plasma cutters, oxy-acetylene torches or mechanical shears according to specifications.
- Built jigs and fixtures used in the production of various products.
- Joined metal together using a MIG welder.
- Performed regular housekeeping duties such as cleaning tools and equipment after use.
Technician
Technigraph
Winona, Minnesota
08.2015 - 02.2022
- Machine operator moved up to a set-up technician and backup material handler
- Maintained and repaired equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify potential issues and prevent downtime.
- Documented maintenance activities in compliance with company standards.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment reliability.
- Replaced defective components or parts as needed.
- Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials throughout the warehouse facility.
- Material handler with both raw and finished goods.
Education
Welding Diploma - Welding/Fabrication
Southeast Technical College
Winona, MN04-2024
High School Diploma -
Winona Senior High
Winona, MN06-2011
Skills
- Raw material mixing
- Quality control
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Welding techniques
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Organizational skills
- Material handling
- Quality control testing
- Weighing and measuring
- Continuous improvement
Accomplishments
- Had perfect attendance for a whole year
Certification
- Welding diploma
- Forklift
- Class D
Timeline
Compounder
Watkins
08.2024 - 05.2025
Welder/Fabricator
Winona Welding & Sandblasting
04.2023 - 04.2024
Technician
Technigraph
08.2015 - 02.2022
Welding Diploma - Welding/Fabrication
Southeast Technical College
High School Diploma -
Winona Senior High