Joerem Bonanza

Laboratory Department Head with over 7 years of technical experience in construction materials testing and quality management. Expert in ASTM standards specializing in Concrete Testing, and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 implementation. Proven track record in supervising laboratory operations, ensuring technical validity of results, and managing personnel performance. Approved signatory for Philippine Accreditation Bureau (PAB) concrete tests.

Department Head - PHILIPPINE GEOANALYTICS, INC. - Philippines

(2023-07)

A leading materials testing facility in the Philippines.

• Operations Management: Direct daily laboratory operations, supervising personnel to ensure strict adherence to standard test procedures and ASTM guidelines.
• Field Coordination: Coordinate field testing teams and equipment deployment across multiple project sites, liaising with clients and contractors to align on testing requirements and ensure efficient execution of field operations.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Spearhead the implementation of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements, ensuring the technical validity of all test results. Responsible for risk identification, assessment, and the execution of mitigation strategies.
• Technical Review: Serve as the primary signatory, reviewing and validating calculations, worksheets, and final test reports for data completeness and accuracy prior to release.
• Process Improvement: Develop and update standard test procedures to align with evolving customer needs in line with industry regulations and standards.
• Team Leadership: Design training programs for new hires and coordinate the annual training plan to ensure continuous competency development. Monitor and evaluate personnel performance to meet departmental requirements and deadlines.

Laboratory Technician - PHILIPPINE GEOANALYTICS, INC. - Philippines

(2018-06 - 2023-07)

• Concrete Testing: Executed routine and complex tests including Compression (Cylinder/Core), Flexural Strength, and Epoxy-Resin systems, etc.
• Soil & Aggregates Analysis: Performed comprehensive analysis including Sieve Analysis, Los Angeles Abrasion, Soundness, CBR (California Bearing Ratio), and Direct Shear tests, etc.
• Field Operations: Conducted on-site testing including Asphalt testing, Field Density Tests (FDT) using Troxler machines, and Plate Load Tests, etc.

Machinist - MALCO MACHINE SHOP & ENGINEERING SERVICES - Philippines

(2017-03 - 2017-11)

• Operated and calibrated lathe, milling, and drilling machines to perform precision initial and final machining.
• Interpreted blueprints and technical sketches to determine precise dimensions and tolerances.
• Applied welding techniques and metallurgic knowledge to consistently exceed production quality standards.

Bachelor in Industrial Technology - Mechanical Technology - Marikina Polytechnic College (MPC) (2018)