Nigest T. Debela
Milpitas,CA
Summary
Goal-oriented individual versed in greeting high-volume of customers and recommending merchandise based on individual requirements. Skilled at creating displays to promote higher sales, completing cash register transactions and maintaining accurate records of all transactions. Motivated individual with experience in customer service and sales. Skilled in building customer relationships and understanding customer needs. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for providing superior customer service.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Assembler
- Inspected and tested complex wiring installations, assemblies, and circuits for resistance factors and for operation
- Adjusted, repaired, or replaced electrical or electronic component parts to correct defects and to ensure conformance to specifications
- Read and interpret schematic drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, and reports in order to determine materials requirements and assembly instructions
- Marked and tagged components so that stock inventory can be tracked and identified
- Positioned, aligned, and adjusted work pieces and electrical parts to facilitate wiring and assembly
- Conferred with supervisors or engineers to plan and review work activities, and to resolve production problems
- Assembled electrical or electronic systems and support structures; and install components, units, subassemblies, wiring, and assembly casings, using rivets, bolts, soldering and micro-welding equipment
Functional Tester
- Tested function of electronic assemblies, components, and parts according to established procedures
- Utilized computerized or standard test equipment to connect electronic assembly, component, or parts to test instruments
- Observed viewing screen, that indicates resistance, capacitance, continuity, and wave pattern or defect, such as short circuit or current leakage
- Compared monitor display with standard and rejects defective units
- Recorded type and quantity of defects
- Examined assembly, component, or part for defects, such as short leads, bent plate, or cracked seal
- Replace defective components and defective wiring after testing
Sales Associate/Customer Service
Shell Gas Station
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Functional Tester & Soldering
Power, staffing
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Prioritized software functional tests and simultaneously managed multiple projects.
Mechanical Assembler/Functional Tester
Manpower
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Read and interpreted blueprints, schematics and drawings to assemble parts and products.
- Worked with heavy machinery and various power tools when assembling parts.
- Maintained neat and clean work area, clearing debris, organizing parts and keeping spaces open.
- Performed repeated tasks while sitting or standing over extended periods of time.
Fiber Optic Assembler
R, Manpower
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
Electronic Assembler, Powder Room Machine Operator
Kelly Services
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Assembled components per technical specifications and production guidelines.
- Installed completed assemblies into cases.
- Completed surface mount soldering of printed circuit boards.
- Put together analog and digital assemblies of all complexity levels.
Sales Associate
Valero Gas Station
01.2007 - 01.2015
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Printer
Shutterfly, Manpower
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Enhanced print quality by maintaining and calibrating printing equipment regularly.
- Increased production efficiency by streamlining workflows and reducing downtime.
- Reduced waste by implementing sustainable printing practices and recycling materials.
- Collaborated with graphic designers to ensure accurate color matching and layout alignment.
Packaging Parts Assembler
Metatech
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Enhanced production efficiency by assembling parts according to specifications and quality standards.
- Streamlined assembly processes for improved workflow and reduced downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to assemble high-quality products in a timely manner.
- Reduced assembly errors by consistently following detailed instructions and blueprints.
Cleanroom Machine Operator
Hitachi, Manpower
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
Machine/Wafer Operator
IBM, Manpower
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
Tester/Assembler
Manpower
01.1998 - 01.2003
- Read, interpreted and followed written test instructions and procedures to accurately test products.
- Conducted tests and diagnostic procedures using tools such as analyzers, multimeters, and power supplies.
- Collaborated with personnel to spread good practices, share knowledge and provide tool evaluations and selections support.
Education
Medical Assistant Diploma -
Bryman College
San Jose, CA08.2000
High School Diploma - General Wengat
General Wengat
Addis, ababa06.1989
Skills
- Manufacturing Background
- Deburring Skills
- Blueprint Reading
- Manufacturing Experience
Languages
English
Full Professional
Amharic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sales Associate/Customer Service
Shell Gas Station
01.2021 - 07.2023
Functional Tester & Soldering
Power, staffing
01.2020 - 03.2021
Mechanical Assembler/Functional Tester
Manpower
01.2017 - 01.2018
Fiber Optic Assembler
R, Manpower
01.2015 - 01.2017
Electronic Assembler, Powder Room Machine Operator
Kelly Services
01.2010 - 01.2014
Sales Associate
Valero Gas Station
01.2007 - 01.2015
Printer
Shutterfly, Manpower
01.2006 - 01.2007
Packaging Parts Assembler
Metatech
01.2004 - 01.2006
Cleanroom Machine Operator
Hitachi, Manpower
01.2003 - 01.2004
Machine/Wafer Operator
IBM, Manpower
01.2001 - 01.2003
Tester/Assembler
Manpower
01.1998 - 01.2003
Mechanical Assembler
Functional Tester
Medical Assistant Diploma -
Bryman College
High School Diploma - General Wengat
General Wengat
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