Joseph Bump
Blossburg,PA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Dedicated Industry professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary Grinder
Ward Manufacturing LLC.
Blossburg, PA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Completed deburring, buffing and polishing materials according to strict tolerances.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
- Assessed finished pieces for compliance with standards and removed defective items.
- Kept equipment in good working order by calibrating settings and performing minor maintenance.
- Inspected, felt and measured workpieces to meet surfaces and dimensions specifications.
Sr Waste Water Technician
Waste Mangement
Antrim Pa
10.2018 - 11.2018
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Recorded operational data, personnel attendance or meter and gauge readings on specified forms.
- Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness and residual levels.
- Inspected equipment or monitored operating conditions, meters and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Directed and coordinated plant workers engaged in routine operations and maintenance activities.
- Monitored SCADA system for problems and adjusted controls to maintain efficiency.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Furnace Operator
Global Tungsten & Powders Corp.
Towanda, PA
08.2018 - 10.2018
- Kept operations in compliance with company targets, safety requirements and legal statutes.
- Monitored flow, temperature and belt speed to keep smooth production.
- Reviewed parts and removed extra materials before loading into furnace, consistently maintaining tight production targets.
- Documented daily activities efficiently and accurately with accurate company logs.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Lead CAP 1 Associate
Walmart
Mansfield, PA
11.2016 - 03.2018
- Maintained merchandise presentation by removing damaged goods, stocking and rotating merchandise and signing and pricing merchandise.
- Counted supplies in stock room and posted totals to inventory records using RF scanner.
- Verified inventory computations by comparing to physical counts of stock, efficiently investigating discrepancies and adjusting errors.
- Organized on-site stockroom to maximize existing space and improve efficiency, boosting efficiency Number%.
- Secured accurate item pricing through use of markdown audits.
- Coached team on best practices for shipment, sales floor replenishment and product presentation.
- Partnered with store team to enforce loss prevention and safety awareness policies.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Blocked and faced products on displays and shelves in accordance with company policy.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
- Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way.
- Unloaded deliveries from trucks in prompt fashion.
- Adhered to safety processes and procedures when stocking store to avoid falls and other injuries.
- Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
- Supervised and trained new staff in performing census.
- Recorded daily activities for inventory control.
- Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
- Collaborated with sales team members to stay current on inventory levels, complete accurate orders and resolve item issues.
Sr Waste Water Operator/ Plant Mngmnt (Antrim)
Hydrorecoverylp
Blossburg, PA / Antrim, PA
03.2011 - 12.2015
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
- Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
- Tested water samples and made adjustments to remove harmful bacteria and organism to guarantee water safety and quality of taste and smell.
- Adjusted water treatment levels to correct below-standard variances
- Drafted reports and maintained logs on meter readings, tests, chemical and equipment usage as required by State.
- Diagnosed and performed minor repairs on laboratory instrumentation and maintained lab and field equipment in safe, clean and efficient condition.
- Demonstrated capability for wet chemistry techniques by meeting quality control requirements, laboratory SOP and client specifications.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Recorded operational data, personnel attendance or meter and gauge readings on specified forms.
- Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness and residual levels.
- Inspected equipment or monitored operating conditions, meters and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts and slakers regularly.
- Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
- Directed and coordinated plant workers engaged in routine operations and maintenance activities.
- Monitored SCADA system for problems and adjusted controls to maintain efficiency.
Cupola Recovery
Ward Manufacturing LLC.
Blossburg, PA
01.2011 - 03.2011
- Maintained equipment and facilities in optimal condition to support optimal launch and recovery operations.
- Upheld strict safety standards and achieved challenging schedule targets with smooth oversight of daily launches and landings.
Quality Assurance Metallurgical Technician
Ward Manufacturing LLC.
Blossburg, PA
01.2023 - 10.2025
- Conducted quality inspections on production lines to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Documented and reported defects using quality management software for continuous improvement.
- Assisted in developing and implementing testing protocols to enhance product reliability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve quality issues effectively.
- Analyzed inspection data and identified trends to drive process improvements across operations.
- Led root cause analysis sessions to determine underlying issues impacting product quality.
- Conducted root cause analyses for identified defects, implementing preventive measures to minimize recurrence rates.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by actively participating in regular team meetings and sharing insights about potential areas of improvement.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Routinely tested products to align temperature, specifications, and ingredient levels with best practices and quality standards.
- Conducted metallurgical tests to analyze material properties and ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained accurate records of test results and documented findings in technical reports.
- Operated and calibrated testing equipment, ensuring accuracy and reliability of results.
- Supported development of new materials by conducting experiments and presenting findings to the team.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards, performing rigorous mechanical property evaluations on finished products.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by adhering to strict safety protocols during all laboratory activities.
- Smooth communication within cross-functional teams enabled prompt resolution of technical issues affecting product quality or process performance.
- Provided valuable input into design reviews by leveraging knowledge gained from hands-on experience with metallurgical processes and materials properties.
- Assisted in the selection of appropriate materials for specific manufacturing needs, considering factors such as strength, corrosion resistance, and costeffectiveness.
Education
Diploma - Gemeral
Mansfield Junior/ Senior High School
Mansfield, PA06.1996
Skills
- Electric Grinders
- Safety Rules
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Compliance Requirements
- Quality Control
- Equipment Safety
- Customer Satisfaction
- Safety Awareness
- Personnel Records
- Safety Protocols
- Maintenance Requirements
- Safety Procedures
- Minor Repairs
- Lockout and Tagout Processes
- Hazardous Materials
- Testing Devices
- Waste Reduction
- Scheduled Services
- Effective Working Relationships
- Project Requirements
- Site Safety
- Project Milestones
- Records Accuracy
- Environmental Compliance
- Organizational Policies
- Operational Improvements
- Company Safety Policies
- Duty Assignments
- OSHA Requirements
- General Housekeeping
- Training Junior Team Members
- Safety Meetings
- Equipment Monitoring
- Equipment Maintenance
- Service Calls
- Digital Micrometers
Timeline
Quality Assurance Metallurgical Technician
Ward Manufacturing LLC.
01.2023 - 10.2025
Secondary Grinder
Ward Manufacturing LLC.
01.2022 - 01.2023
Sr Waste Water Technician
Waste Mangement
10.2018 - 11.2018
Furnace Operator
Global Tungsten & Powders Corp.
08.2018 - 10.2018
Lead CAP 1 Associate
Walmart
11.2016 - 03.2018
Sr Waste Water Operator/ Plant Mngmnt (Antrim)
Hydrorecoverylp
03.2011 - 12.2015
Cupola Recovery
Ward Manufacturing LLC.
01.2011 - 03.2011
Diploma - Gemeral
Mansfield Junior/ Senior High School