Chairman of the Board & CEO
John Goodrum (along with his late partners) started Basic Carbide in 1981 and has worked tirelessly to build Basic Carbide into a world-class industry leader. A veteran of the U.S. Navy and a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, he has worked in the super hard metals “tungsten carbide” industry since 1964. John is a member and a Past Chairman of the Society of Carbide and Tool Engineers (SCTE), an affiliate of ASM International
President
Jonathan is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management. He has been with Basic Carbide in various positions since 1996. Jonathan is a member of the Society of Carbide and Tool Engineers (SCTE), an affiliate of ASM International.
Executive Vice-President & CFO
Jennifer is a graduate of Robert Morris University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. She has been with Basic Carbide since 1985. Jennifer started out in accounting before being promoted to Office Manager, Vice President and finally, Executive Vice President.
VP of Human Resources
Alongside her husband, John Goodrum, assisted in making Basic Carbide a family atmosphere that it is today. Donna began working in the Human Resources department in 1988. Donna is a member of the Society of Carbide and Tool Engineers (SCTE), an affiliate of ASM International.
Vice President of Sales
Jared is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. He has been with Basic Carbide since 1987 in various positions. Jared is a member of the Society of Carbide and Tool Engineers (SCTE), an affiliate of ASM International.
VP of Product Development
Mike has been with Basic Carbide since 1981 in various laboratory and quality positions. Having previously worked for United States Steel Corporation Laboratory Services, he has a wide range of experience with quality technologies and processes. Mike is a member of the Society of Carbide and Tool Engineers (SCTE), an affiliate of ASM International.
VP of Plant Development
Ron has been with Basic Carbide since 1991 and worked his way up. He provides crucial advice and leadership on plant expansion, plant maintenance, equipment purchasing, and equipment installation.
VP of Engineering
Paul has been with Basic Carbide since 1982. He started out in Basic Carbide's engineering department and eventually became Chief Engineer and Vice President of Engineering.
Plant Manager
John has been with Basic Carbide since 1987. He has worked in various positions, including maintenance and engineering before being promoted to Shop Foreman, Production Manager, and finally to Plant Manager. John is a member and a Past Chairman of the Society of Carbide and Tool Engineers (SCTE), an affiliate of ASM International.
Vice President of Sales
Customer Service Manager
Sales Manager
Sales Engineer
Sales Enginee
Sales Representative
878-302-4727
carbideblaze@comcast.net
blaze@basiccarbide.com
Robert "Blaze" Blazevich represents Basic Carbide in Pennsylvania. Blaze is a member of the Society of Carbide and Tool Engineers (SCTE), an affiliate of ASM International.
Sales Representative
Durable Tools, Inc.
803-781-1273
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Durable Tools represents Basic Carbide in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.
Sales Representative
Sun-Tech Precision Tools Co. LTD
0755-26012789
Fax: 0755-26973851
david.zhang@stsun-tech.com
Sun-Tech Precision Tools Co. LTD represents Basic Carbide in China. Building No 7 3 Floor Baishun Industrial Park Makan village Xili Town Nanshan district ShenZhen China
Sales Representative
419-392-8576
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Sales Representative
201-405-2134
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Sales Representative
951-313-9078