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Donna Washington-Hayes

Chicago,IL

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy in positions demanding sound judgement and well-developed decision making abilities. Offering a broad technical background that ensures a complete hands-on approach to diverse projects.

Work History

Technical Support Engineer

Littelfuse Corporation
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving complex technical issues promptly and effectively.
  • Streamlined support processes for increased efficiency and reduced response times.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop solutions for recurring technical problems.
  • Conducted root cause analysis of technical issues, implementing preventive measures for future occurrences.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics, contributing to overall team success.
  • Served as an escalation point for challenging technical inquiries, demonstrating expertise in product knowledge and problem-solving abilities.
  • Maintained clear communication channels with clients throughout the troubleshooting process, ensuring transparency and trust.
  • Partnered with engineering teams to communicate customer feedback on product features and usability, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Managed multiple concurrent support cases with precision and focus, resulting in a high rate of case closure within target timelines.
  • Contributed to sales efforts by providing pre-sales technical consultations, addressing prospective client concerns regarding product functionality and compatibility.

Product Support Engineer

Simpson Electric Company
  • Enhanced product usability by troubleshooting issues and providing effective solutions to customers.
  • Streamlined support processes for increased efficiency, leading to improved customer satisfaction rates.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve complex technical problems.
  • Reduced downtime by proactively monitoring product performance and identifying potential issues before they escalated.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service through proactive communication and swift resolution of support tickets.
  • Managed critical product escalations, coordinating efforts across teams to achieve prompt resolutions.
  • Collaborated with the pricing department to facilitate commitments for customer projects in regards to availability of product quality and pricing.

Project Manager

Square D Company
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Reviewed blueprints and provided takeoff's utilizing Square D products for bidding process.
  • Partnered with the sales team to visit industrial, commercial and residential clients.

Education

MBA - Project Management

Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

Chicago State University
Chicago, IL

Bachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering

Grambling State University
Grambling, LA

Skills

  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Issue Research
  • Problem-Solving
  • Project Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Technical Documentation

Timeline

Technical Support Engineer

Littelfuse Corporation

Product Support Engineer

Simpson Electric Company

Project Manager

Square D Company

MBA - Project Management

Saint Xavier University

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

Chicago State University

Bachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering

Grambling State University
Donna Washington-Hayes