Tony Redman
Fayetteville,AR
Summary
Welder and Shop Manager with over 25 years of experience in welding and metal fabrication. Experienced in MIG and TIG welding, fitting, cutting, grinding, fabrication, blueprint reading, and welding repairs. Skilled in inspecting finished work, solving fabrication problems, and completing jobs correctly and on time. Experienced in running a shop, supervising crews, organizing workflow, and maintaining a safe and productive work environment. Experienced in custom metal fabrication, material preparation, welding equipment setup, and quality control.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder /Metal Fabricator
Ozark Metal Craft
Gentry, Arkansas
06.2026 - Current
- Fabricate and install custom handrails.
- Perform welding, fitting, cutting, grinding, and finishing.
- Read measurements and layouts to ensure accurate fabrication and installation.
- Complete custom projects to meet customer specifications and quality standards.
Welder/Fabricator/Shop Foreman
Rogers Fab
Fayetteville, AR
07.2017 - 06.2026
- Supervised a crew of 20 fabricators and managed daily shop workflow.
- Assigned jobs and coordinated fabrication work to meet production deadlines.
- Performed MIG and TIG welding, fitting, fabrication, cutting, and grinding.
- Trained employees in welding, fabrication techniques, and safe work practices.
- Inspected completed work and maintained quality standards throughout production.
- Helped troubleshoot fabrication issues and keep jobs moving efficiently.
Welder/Fabricator
Levack Outdoors
Austin, TX
11.2014 - 06.2017
- Fabricated custom metal projects including handrails, furniture, and decorative pieces.
- Read blueprints and drawings to build projects to specifications.
- Performed welding, fitting, cutting, grinding, and finishing.
- Completed custom fabrication work with close attention to fit and appearance.
Builder/Welder
Happy Home Austin
Austin, TX
06.2013 - 06.2015
- Built and welded custom metal furniture and fabricated pieces.
- Performed welding, fitting, cutting, grinding, and assembly.
- Worked on custom projects from layout through finished product.
Education
Tig Welding Stainless Steel
NWTI
Fayetteville, AR05-2023
Skills
- MIG & TIG Welding – Carbon & Stainless
- Welding & Fabrication
- Blueprint Reading
- Fit-Up & Layout
- Cutting & Grinding
- Welding Repair
- Shop Supervision
- Crew Leadership
- Equipment Operation
- Quality Control
- Problem Solving
- Reliable & Detail-Oriented
Timeline
Welder /Metal Fabricator
Ozark Metal Craft
06.2026 - Current
Welder/Fabricator/Shop Foreman
Rogers Fab
07.2017 - 06.2026
Welder/Fabricator
Levack Outdoors
11.2014 - 06.2017
Builder/Welder
Happy Home Austin
06.2013 - 06.2015
Tig Welding Stainless Steel
NWTI