Halie Nielsen

Robotic Welding Technician & Student in Communications and Information Technology

haliejnielsen@gmail.com nielse53@uwm.edu (262)-388-8890 Milwaukee, WI, USA

Summary

Robotic welding technician currently studying for a bachelor's in Communications and minoring in Information Science and Technology at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee campus. Brings a detail-oriented mindset, dedication to quality and instructions, focus on deadlines, and proficiency in robotic coding processes within the automotive industry. Also a self-taught graphic designer practicing specifically in web design.

Experience

Kickhaefer Manufacturing Co. June 2022 – Present
Robotic Welding Setup Technician
  • Promoted twice within one year of service from a base-level employee to trained technician by displaying consistency and high performance.
  • Selected as one of the first employees to pilot a new training program for those just beginning their careers in the trades.
  • Participated in higher-level technical education at the company to improve the manufacturing process and secure a new project from a leading company in the construction industry.
  • Dedicates time to prototyping new products and improving programming used during production.
Target Corporation June 2018 – Present
Beauty Consultant
  • A long-standing member of the team; strives for solid communication and training to improve processes involving inventory management and accuracy.
  • Well-trained in all areas at the workplace and can shift gears at a moment's notice to support other employees and guests alike.
  • Dedication to assisting others, ensuring quality products, and finding options that consumers can not only enjoy, but have trust in.
  • Exceeded daily sales goals by using applicable product knowledge to recommend the best products for guests.

Education

University of Wisconsin - Washington Co. 2018
General Education towards Communications Bachelor's
Studied Art History, Astronomy, Computer Applications, Feminist Concepts, Literature, and Quantitative Mathematics
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee 2020 – Present
Bachelor's - Communications
Minor - Information Science & Technology
Studied Business & Technical Communications, Interpersonal Communications, Human Conflict, Advertising & Media Concepts, 20th Century History & Politics, Anthropology, Conservation, Jewish Culture, Information Technology Applications, and Web Design
Recognised by the Dean of Students & Instructors for high-quality and thoughtful writing that stood out amongst peers in the School of Letters & Science

Skills

Microsoft Office Adobe Photoshop Adobe Premiere Pro HTML CSS UI/UX Basics Phoenix Code DTPS - Robotic Systems Miller Welding KUKA Robotics Blueprint Reading Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Weld Programming Weld Parameter Optimization Quality Control Safety & OSHA Compliance Product Knowledge & Recommendation Retail Sales Employee Training