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Carla Negron

Tamarac,FL

Summary

Motivated jeweler bringing over 8 years of experience in fast-paced environments. History of producing high-quality finished pieces. Customer focused crafter of personalized jewelry with extreme attention to detail. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude seeking to leverage my skills at your company.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Bench Jeweler/Key Holder

JARED THE GALLERY OF JEWELRY
08.2015 - Current
  • Support the business as acting manager when manager was away
  • Recruit and train team members
  • Position stones and metal pieces, and set, mount, and secure items in place, using setting and hand tools
  • Make repairs, such as enlarging or reducing ring sizes, soldering pieces of jewelry together, and replacing broken clasps and mountings
  • Clean and polish metal items and jewelry pieces, using jewelers' tools, polishing wheels, and chemical baths
  • Examine assembled or finished products to ensure conformance too specifications, using magnifying glasses or precision measuring instruments
  • Mark or engrave designs on metal pieces
  • Collaborated with design team to create unique, custom pieces for clients
  • Contributed to inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and reordering as needed
  • Estimated repair costs based on expected labor and materials requirements.

Apprentice/Clerical

JARED THE GALLERY OF JEWELRY
11.2013 - 08.2015
  • Answer telephones, direct calls, and take messages
  • Maintain and update filing, inventory, mailing, and database systems, either manually or using a computer
  • Complete work schedules, manage calendars, and arrange appointments
  • Review files, records, and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests
  • Inventory and order materials, supplies, and services
  • Train other staff members to perform work activities, such as using computer applications
  • Prepare meeting agendas and attend meetings.
  • Gained exposure to different departments, broadening understanding of business operations
  • Provided valuable support during audits by ensuring all documentation was well-organized and easily accessible

Sales Associate

Kay Jewelers
09.2012 - 11.2013
  • Recommend and show pieces of jewelry to customers
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Florida International University
Miami, FL
2027

Skills

  • Experienced in designing, repairing, cutting, and polishing jewelry items
  • Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and creative skills
  • Strong attention to detail with ability to multi-task
  • Ability to make quick decisions
  • Skilled in prioritizing workload and managing time
  • Experienced in taking on duties as an acting manager
  • Bilingual, fluent in Spanish

Timeline

Bench Jeweler/Key Holder

JARED THE GALLERY OF JEWELRY
08.2015 - Current

Apprentice/Clerical

JARED THE GALLERY OF JEWELRY
11.2013 - 08.2015

Sales Associate

Kay Jewelers
09.2012 - 11.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Florida International University
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