Robert Shearer
Glendale,AZ
Summary
Results-driven Weld Shop Manager and Foreman with extensive expertise in fabrication, welding operations, and team leadership. Proven success in optimizing shop production, coordinating accurate job quotes, and meticulously reviewing blueprints to ensure project alignment with scope and budget. Committed to fostering high-performing teams while upholding rigorous safety standards through proactive daily safety meetings, comprehensive equipment maintenance, and effective communication with team members and clients. A strong track record of delivering consistent, high-quality results underscores a dedication to excellence in all aspects of operations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner / Operator
Matco Tools Franchise
01.2020 - Current
- Own and operate a mobile tool distribution business serving mechanics and repair shops.
- Manage all business operations including sales, inventory management, customer relationships, and financial oversight.
- Provide professional tools, equipment, and service support to automotive professionals.
- Maintain strong client relationships through consistent service and reliability.
Weld Shop Manager / Welder / Fabricator
Precision Heavy Haul
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Managed daily operations of a fabrication and weld shop with a team of 4 employees.
- Prepared job quotes and coordinated production workflow.
- Performed custom fabrication and modifications to heavy haul trailers, semi trucks, fuel tanks, and custom frames.
- Mentored welders in safe work practices, welding techniques, and efficient production methods.
- Completed in-house welding certifications for team members as required.
Weld Shop Manager / Welder / Fabricator
Southwest Industrial Rigging
01.2008 - 01.2018
- Supervised weld shop operations with a team of 10 employees.
- Conducted daily safety and production meetings to maintain a safe and productive environment.
- Ensured projects were completed safely, on schedule, and to customer specifications.
- Prepared job quotes and managed fabrication and repair projects.
- Oversaw custom fabrication and modifications to heavy haul trailers, semi trucks, fuel tanks, and structural frames.
- Mentored welders to improve safety practices, welding skills, and productivity.
- Completed in-house welding certifications for team members.
Code A Welder
Laron / IMC
07.2005 - 03.2009
- Performed welding on various metals including aluminum, bronze, stainless steel, and cast iron.
- Repaired cracks and performed wrap welding using weld positioners and weld lathes.
- Welded components including crusher parts, bonnets, cones, supports, and motor shafts.
- Fabricated motor bases, ball mills, and stainless pressure barrels.
- Read and interpreted blueprints for fabrication projects.
- Worked on off-site job locations performing bore welding, crack repairs, and specialty fabrication tasks.
Skills
- Welding operations management
- Training and development
- Bespoke fabrication
- Blueprint interpretation
- Project cost analysis and pricing
- Operational workflow oversight
- Welding (Aluminum, Stainless, Bronze, Cast Iron)
- Heavy machinery adaptation
- Workplace safety education
- Equipment upkeep and servicing
- Relationship management
- Stock tracking and management
- Collaborative vendor and sales negotiation
- Operational management
- Talent acquisition
- Risk analysis expertise
- Partnership development
- Business process optimization
- DOT standards adherence
- Cost management development
- Business reporting insights
- Resource allocation
Timeline
Owner / Operator
Matco Tools Franchise
01.2020 - Current
Weld Shop Manager / Welder / Fabricator
Precision Heavy Haul
01.2019 - 01.2020
Weld Shop Manager / Welder / Fabricator
Southwest Industrial Rigging
01.2008 - 01.2018
Code A Welder
Laron / IMC
07.2005 - 03.2009