Derrick Mcfarlin

Welder Team Lead at Keel (2022-09 – Present)

• Lead a team of welders, assigning daily tasks and monitoring performance to meet production goals and maintain high-quality standards.
• Implemented training programs for new employees, improving onboarding efficiency and reducing errors.
• Partner with supervisors and engineers to resolve production challenges, minimizing delays and increasing output.
• Enforce OSHA safety policies, resulting in fewer workplace incidents and improved compliance.
• Contribute hands-on welding expertise to complete complex builds and urgent projects, setting a performance standard for the team.

Welder / Fabricator at Raycap (2017-10 – 2022-09)

• Welded and fabricated precision enclosures and components for industrial and electrical protection systems.
• Assisted team leads in coordinating daily workflow, improving production efficiency across multiple projects.
• Performed detailed quality checks, ensuring welds and assemblies met exact specifications and client standards.
• Maintained and calibrated welding equipment to maximize reliability and reduce downtime.
• Supported cross-department collaboration to complete high-volume orders on schedule.

Welding – Arc Labs Welding School (2016 – 2017-10)