Anthony Farrell
Springfield
Summary
Results-driven Logistics and Materials Professional with 20+ years optimizing shipping, inventory, and materials handling. Expertise in problem-solving, cost control, and supplier management enhances load consolidation, shipment scheduling, and warehouse auditing. Leverages production methodologies and customer relationships to streamline dispatch priorities and drive continuous operational improvements.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Corrections Officer
Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections
11.2025 - Current
- Facilitates coordinated incident response with healthcare and mental‑health teams to de-escalate crises and restore stability while protecting staff and inmate welfare.
- Conducted cell inspections and facility walkthroughs using standardized checklists to identify security gaps and ensure protocol adherence.
- Maintains precise custody and movement logs for assigned housing units, ensuring traceability of actions and supporting accurate administrative reviews.
- Maintained incident logs and chain-of-custody records, facilitating timely investigations and preserving evidence integrity for administrative review.
- Designs shift handover procedures that synchronize staffing priorities and resource needs, reducing miscommunication and improving operational continuity.
Logistics Coordinator
Universal Stainless & Alloy Products Inc.
Bridgeville
11.2022 - 09.2025
- Schedule trucks for all shipments which ensure prompt, cost effective and reliable service Pre-plan shipments and consolidate loads whenever possible to minimize shipping costs.
- Partnered with sales and warehouse teams to align dispatch priorities with order urgency, shortening lead times and strengthening internal service coordination.
- Managed approved supplier list, ensuring compliance with company standards and facilitating smoother procurement processes.
- Conducted regular audits of warehouse operations, maintaining quality standards and identifying areas for error reduction and efficiency improvement.
- Developed strategies to optimize utilization of available resources.
- Organized and stored records in the purchasing quality system, enhancing traceability and supporting efficient auditing.
- Posted customer shipments to travelers and filed documents related to orders.
Lab Supervisor/Metallographer
Universal Stainless & Alloy Products Inc.
Bridgeville
01.2019 - 09.2025
- Researched innovative testing methods for metal components and developed evaluation procedures to ensure the quality of metallic materials in manufacturing.
- Compiled detailed reports on investigation findings to inform quality control decisions.
- Prepared specimens for microscopic examination and performed routine laboratory maintenance tasks including equipment calibration/maintenance & inventory control management.
- Mentored junior lab staff, providing technical guidance and support to enhance experimental accuracy.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
Lab Technician
Universal Stainless & Alloy Products Inc.
Bridgeville
01.2008 - 01.2019
- Ensured safety and organization of laboratory environment to support accurate test results.
- Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Recorded test results and generated reports for effective data analysis.
- Assisted lab manager in optimizing daily operations for improved workflow.
- Acquired skills across various departments in the mill.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Materials Science
Pittsburgh Technical Institute
PAHigh School Diploma -
Montour High School
McKees Rocks, PA06-2002
Skills
- Crisis Management
- Problem-Solving
- Customer Relationship Management
- Quality Assurance
- Inventory Management
- Materials Handling
- Supply allocation
- Cost Control
- Contract Negotiation
- Production Methodology
Certification
Basic Life Support
Additional Information - Groups
Steering Committee (Ingram Borough), Work closely with council members from neighboring towns to organize and revitalize plans and projects.
Timeline
Corrections Officer
Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections
11.2025 - Current
Logistics Coordinator
Universal Stainless & Alloy Products Inc.
11.2022 - 09.2025
Lab Supervisor/Metallographer
Universal Stainless & Alloy Products Inc.
01.2019 - 09.2025
Lab Technician
Universal Stainless & Alloy Products Inc.
01.2008 - 01.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Materials Science
Pittsburgh Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Montour High School