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Liana Castagna

Liana Castagna

St. Petersburg,FL

Summary

Dynamic quality control specialist with a proven track record at PE Manufacturing, excelling in PCB quality assurance and team leadership. Demonstrates exceptional skills in through-hole and surface mount soldering, combined with strong communication abilities. Known for mentoring teams to exceed customer expectations through a blend of technical expertise and interpersonal finesse. Aiming to leverage these skills to drive operational excellence and quality improvements.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Key Largo Art Gallery - Manager

Tere Kelley
Key Largo, FL
01.2015 - Current
  • Led community outreach initiatives to foster local engagement and partnerships
  • Managed all financial transactions, including cash handling, credit card processing, and end-of-day reconciliation and operated a POS system.
  • Oversaw opening and closing procedures, ensuring security and operational efficiency
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to enhance customer experience
  • Social media marketing and advertisement
  • Maintained accurate financial records and bookkeeping, ensuring timely and accurate payments to artists
  • Implemented upselling techniques to increase revenue and customer satisfaction

Technician

PE Manufacturing
01.2022 - 01.2025
  • Conduct PCB quality control and adhere to standardized soldering procedures.
  • Operate and troubleshoot NEODEN N10 and LE40v Pick and Place lines.
  • Perform micro soldering with precision for components smaller than 10mm.
  • Utilize reflow ovens (Novastar and Neoden) to complete projects efficiently.
  • Train and mentor hand solderers and inspectors.
  • Analyze and interpret PCB gerber files and directional symbols.
  • Consistently exceed customer expectations.

Guest Experience

Dali Museum
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Coordinated effective time management for guest services.
  • Provided knowledgeable and engaging customer service.
  • Operated POS systems and processed transactions efficiently.
  • Managed guest check-ins and provided information on exhibits.
  • Interpersonal communication skills were key, being able to connect with the guests on a personal level and providing them with the best experience was always my goal for each shift

Retail Associate

Miss Monroe Boutique
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Assisted customers in finding products suited to their needs and budgets.
  • Managed inventory, pricing, and store organization.
  • Managed all financial transactions, including cash handling, credit card processing, and end-of-day reconciliation and operated a POS system.
  • Quality control for new inventory

Lifeguard

Ron Levy Aquatic Center
01.2015 - 12.2020
  • CPR and Red Cross Certified
  • Athletic
  • Handle high stress situations with quick thinking
  • Memorize rules and operations of the facility
  • Ensured child safety in and around water through vigilant supervision.
  • Provided emergency care and first aid as need

Private Childcare Provider

Christiana Lipski
Key Largo, FL
02.2017 - 08.2020
  • Supervised children of various age groups, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment.
  • Developed engaging activities to promote learning and development.
  • Assisted with meal preparation and feeding.
  • Maintained clear communication with parents regarding their child’s progress.

Education

Welding - AWS Certifications

Pinellas Technical College
St. Petersburg, FL
01-2022

High School Diploma - Yamaha/Mercury outboard mechanics

Coral Shores High School
Tavernier, FL
05-2020

Skills

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to create engaging lesson plans and activities
  • Highly attentive and responsible
  • Competitive swimmer for 10 years
  • Through-hole and surface mount soldering
  • PCB quality control and inspection
  • Leadership & training
  • Excellent time management and teamwork
  • Fast learner with strong troubleshooting abilities
  • Cross-training between numerous production lines
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • POS system operation and cash handling
  • Customer service and problem resolution
  • Time management and organization
  • Strong knowledge of vintage and antique sourcing
  • Upselling strategies and techniques

Certification

  • CPR & First Aid Certificate
  • IPC J-STD-001 Certified IPC Specialist.
  • 3 AWS Certificates - Specifications upon request.

Timeline

Technician

PE Manufacturing
01.2022 - 01.2025

Guest Experience

Dali Museum
01.2020 - 01.2021

Retail Associate

Miss Monroe Boutique
01.2020 - 12.2020

Private Childcare Provider

Christiana Lipski
02.2017 - 08.2020

Key Largo Art Gallery - Manager

Tere Kelley
01.2015 - Current

Lifeguard

Ron Levy Aquatic Center
01.2015 - 12.2020

Welding - AWS Certifications

Pinellas Technical College

High School Diploma - Yamaha/Mercury outboard mechanics

Coral Shores High School
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