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Melissa Castanon

El Paso,TX

Summary

Customer Service Representative bringing top-notch skills in oral and written communication, active listening and analytical problem-solving skills. Enhances customer experiences by employing service-oriented behaviors, understanding customer desires and providing customized solutions to build loyalty.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Aston Carter- Learning A-Z
07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Monitored customer conversations and provided timely, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Handled inbound customer chat conversations from various websites.
  • Assisted customers with order placement, product returns and order tracking.
  • Worked closely with each customer to carefully resolve issues within timely fashion.
  • Asked open-ended questions to determine which products or services would be best fit for customer's needs.
  • Remedied issues quickly and within parameters of company-mandated policies and procedures.

Mortgage Servicing Specialist

Solutions 3- Flagstar Bank
02.2023 - 06.2023
  • Evaluated loan requests and documents to verify accuracy and completeness.
  • Explained very technical financial information to applicants in easy to understand language.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints.

Annual Enrollment Specialist

Insight Global- ADP- Automated Data Processing
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient finances, records, and health statuses.
  • Maintained strong knowledge of basic medical terminology to better understand services and procedures.
  • Verified client information by analyzing existing evidence on file.
  • Made contact with insurance carriers to discuss policies and individual patient benefits.
  • Assured timely verification of insurance benefits prior to patient procedures or appointments.

My Life Advisor

Adp- Automated Data Processing
02.2020 - 03.2021
  • Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Observed strict procedures to maintain data and plan participant confidentiality.
  • Reduced employee turnover by creating welcoming, inclusive and employee-centered work culture.
  • Processed W-2s, 1099s and other year-end reports to remain in compliance with state and federal laws.

Benefits Specialist

Aerotek- ADP- Automated Data Processing
09.2019 - 02.2020
  • Explained benefits to plan participants in easy to understand terms in order to educate each on available options.
  • Resolved issues and inquiries from plan participants regarding health and welfare benefits and deductions through telephone and email.
  • Observed strict procedures to maintain data and plan participant confidentiality.
  • Checked employees' benefits enrollment for accuracy and inputted all data into Salesforce.
  • Built relationships with vendors to foster quality service delivery.
  • Implemented open enrollment system to streamline benefits processes for employees.

District Store Manager

Metro By T-Mobile
01.2019 - 07.2019
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
  • Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
  • Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.

Store Manager

Cricket Wireless- Talk For Less
06.2017 - 12.2018
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.

Assistant Manager

Family Dollar
06.2013 - 06.2016
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.

Education

High School Diploma -

Santa Teresa High School
Santa Teresa, NM
05.2013

Skills

  • Staff Training
  • Credit Card Payment Processing
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Report Preparation
  • Strong Telephone Etiquette
  • Performance Goals
  • Online Chat
  • Microsoft Office

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

Aston Carter- Learning A-Z
07.2023 - 09.2023

Mortgage Servicing Specialist

Solutions 3- Flagstar Bank
02.2023 - 06.2023

Annual Enrollment Specialist

Insight Global- ADP- Automated Data Processing
10.2022 - 12.2022

My Life Advisor

Adp- Automated Data Processing
02.2020 - 03.2021

Benefits Specialist

Aerotek- ADP- Automated Data Processing
09.2019 - 02.2020

District Store Manager

Metro By T-Mobile
01.2019 - 07.2019

Store Manager

Cricket Wireless- Talk For Less
06.2017 - 12.2018

Assistant Manager

Family Dollar
06.2013 - 06.2016

High School Diploma -

Santa Teresa High School
Melissa Castanon