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Technical Recruiter
Meta · Full-time
Jun 2021 - Aug 2023
• 2 yrs 3 mosAs a seasoned recruiter at Meta, I specialized in full-cycle recruitment for diverse and high-impact roles across Reality Labs, UX/UI, Product, Facebook University, and Early Career divisions. My efforts focused on identifying and engaging top-tier talent for innovative and future-focused teams, ensuring alignment with both immediate hiring needs and long-term organizational goals.
Leveraging data-driven insights, I developed and executed comprehensive sourcing strategies, delivered impactful talent pooling, and conducted competitor analysis to refine our approach. I collaborated closely with hiring managers and cross-functional teams to foster seamless communication and data integrity while scaling efforts to meet growing demands.
A key advocate for diversity and inclusion, I integrated inclusive hiring practices into every stage of the recruitment process, helping build teams reflective of Meta’s core values. From managing pipelines to driving offer negotiations and closing candidates, I led the recruitment of exceptional talent for some of Meta’s most innovative programs, including Facebook University and early career initiatives. My work consistently enhanced Meta's recruiting operations, shaping the workforce that defines the cutting edge of technology.
Skills: Customer Engagement · Communication · Hiring · Job Description Development
Scientific Recruiter - Physical and Life Sciences
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory · Full-time
Dec 2018 - Jun 2021
• 2 yrs 7 mosSpecialized in research & development (R&D) and Postdoctoral (Ph. D) recruitment for Physical and Life Science Directorate focusing on; Atmospheric, Earth and Energy Division (AEED), Bioscience and Biotechnology Division (BBTD), Material Science Division (MSD), Nuclear and Chemical Sciences Division (NACS), and Physics Division.
Partnered with client groups to discuss hiring needs, formulate, design and implement recruiting strategies.
Conducted intake meetings with hiring managers to discover staff requirements and specific job objectives, workflow, and interviewing processes.
Ownership of job postings management, responsible to create, revise, and manage job descriptions on LLNL career's website and major job boards utilizing Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
Skills: Customer Engagement · Communication · Hiring · Job Description Development
West Valley Staffing Group
Sep 2015 - Dec 2018
Lead Technical Recruiter
Sep 2015 - Dec 2018
• 3 yrs 4 mosFull Life-cycle recruiting for the Bay Area's top engineering and technology companies. Serviced clients for positions that included but not limited to; software/hardware engineering, mechanical/electrical/automotive engineering, information technology (IT), data science, machine learning, biotech, pharma, medical device and semiconductor manufacturing.
- Partnering with hiring managers, HR professionals and business leaders to efficiently resolve hiring needs.
- Designed and deployed sourcing strategies for active and passive candidate talent pool searches.
- Managed the entire candidate process, including sourcing, phone screening, scheduling and conducting technical interviews, offer negotiations and closing, and full employee onboarding.
- Worked with Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to ensure proper documentation and candidate management.
Skills: Customer Engagement · Communication · Hiring · Job Description Development
Technical Recruiter
Sep 2015 - Jun 2016
• 10 mosApplied strong sourcing/research abilities to continually build a competitive and diverse talent pipeline.
Recruiting for positions within Technology, Engineering, Science, and Manufacturing industries. Recommended ideas and strategies to improve recruitment and generate an increased candidate flow.
Participated and Led recruitment projects and initiatives.
Developed and maintained strong client focus and commitment to service.
Skills: Customer Engagement · Communication · Hiring · Job Description Development
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Jun 2010 - Aug 2015
Lead Manufacturing Chemist
Jun 2012 - Aug 2015
• 3 yrs 3 mosReviewed and maintained SOP’s, forms and work instructions and update as required.
Supported and initiated quality, safety, compliance improvement initiatives.
Identified opportunities and implemented productivity improvements.
Coached peers on procedures, policy, and safety, lead by example, and exemplified positive behavior.
Facilitated communication between manufacturing teams and upper management.
Calibrated/operated semi-automated and automated manufacturing equipment..
Maintained records to comply with regulatory requirements, and standard operating procedures.
Maintained equipment and rooms in proper operation condition and proper cleanliness requirements.
Skills: Communication
Senior Manufacturing Chemist
Feb 2011 - Jun 2012
• 1 yr 5 mosEffectively performed volumetric calibrations on Hamilton Stars, Velocity11 Bravo, and Biomek FX, including weekly performance checks to ensure instrument accuracy.
Effectively performed diagnostics and troubleshooting on manufacturing instruments to identify issues and correct errors.
Proficient in PCR on ABI 7900HT and data analysis in Functional Test Q.C Lab.
Subject matter expert in Functional Test and Oasis Robotics, responsibilities included; operator training, equipment specialist, and an interface between R&D and Manufacturing.
Skills: Communication
Manufacturing Chemist
Jun 2010 - Feb 2011
• 9 mosDemonstrated excellent time management skills by consistently meeting and exceeding Production goals.
Strictly adhered to SOP's, policies and procedures in order to maintain company’s Quality Standards.
Supported manufacturing by submitting Continuous Improvement ideas which aided in overall; cost reduction, limiting manufacturing waste, and reducing instrument down time.
Performed Oligo Synthesis, Cleavage and Deprotection, Robotic liquid handlers, and Functional Test PCR.
Performed and analyzed quantitation data on manufactured assays determining optimum performance and quality.
Prepared an array of chemical solutions, reagents, and buffers for daily laboratory use.
Skills: Communication
Sales Representative
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Feb 2002 - Jun 2010
• 8 yrs 5 mosResponsible for enhancing the customer experience, assisting customers by utilizing approved consultative selling practices and guidelines to identify customer needs and provide appropriate solutions
• Consistently meets and exceeds associate performance standards
• Proactively leveraged technology in order to facilitate the customer experience and provide customer solutions when the product is not available in the store
• Maintained current knowledge of merchandise lines; product features, benefits and availability; Sears Advantages, such as the price match and price protection policies; and, if applicable, delivery, installation and/or service options to respond to customer needs
• Optimized credit, gift card, Shop Your Way Rewards and multi-channel opportunities (and, where applicable, Protection Agreements, Sears Purchase Protect, delivery, installation and other miscellaneous income opportunities)
• Processes customer transactions in the Point of Sale system, including sales, returns and exchanges in accordance with authorized procedures
• Completed required training in the expected timeframe, and participates in ongoing learning opportunities
• Partnered with other selling and sales support associates and cashiers to provide superior customer service (i.e., locate merchandise, assist customers, answer phones and ring register)
• Maintained merchandise standards and ready all day standards within assigned departments, including replenishment and housekeeping for associates in all departments (and ad set up/take down for associates in Home Appliances, Fine Jewelry and Footwear; pad set up for associates in Home Improvement)
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Technical Recruiter
Meta · Full-time
Jun 2021 - Aug 2023
• 2 yrs 3 mosAs a seasoned recruiter at Meta, I specialized in full-cycle recruitment for diverse and high-impact roles across Reality Labs, UX/UI, Product, Facebook University, and Early Career divisions. My efforts focused on identifying and engaging top-tier talent for innovative and future-focused teams, ensuring alignment with both immediate hiring needs and long-term organizational goals.
Leveraging data-driven insights, I developed and executed comprehensive sourcing strategies, delivered impactful talent pooling, and conducted competitor analysis to refine our approach. I collaborated closely with hiring managers and cross-functional teams to foster seamless communication and data integrity while scaling efforts to meet growing demands.
A key advocate for diversity and inclusion, I integrated inclusive hiring practices into every stage of the recruitment process, helping build teams reflective of Meta’s core values. From managing pipelines to driving offer negotiations and closing candidates, I led the recruitment of exceptional talent for some of Meta’s most innovative programs, including Facebook University and early career initiatives. My work consistently enhanced Meta's recruiting operations, shaping the workforce that defines the cutting edge of technology.
Scientific Recruiter - Physical and Life Sciences
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory · Full-time
Dec 2018 - Jun 2021
• 2 yrs 7 mosSpecialized in research & development (R&D) and Postdoctoral (Ph. D) recruitment for Physical and Life Science Directorate focusing on; Atmospheric, Earth and Energy Division (AEED), Bioscience and Biotechnology Division (BBTD), Material Science Division (MSD), Nuclear and Chemical Sciences Division (NACS), and Physics Division.
Partnered with client groups to discuss hiring needs, formulate, design and implement recruiting strategies.
Conducted intake meetings with hiring managers to discover staff requirements and specific job objectives, workflow, and interviewing processes.
Ownership of job postings management, responsible to create, revise, and manage job descriptions on LLNL career's website and major job boards utilizing Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
West Valley Staffing Group
Sep 2015 - Dec 2018
Lead Technical Recruiter
Sep 2015 - Dec 2018
• 3 yrs 4 mosFull Life-cycle recruiting for the Bay Area's top engineering and technology companies. Serviced clients for positions that included but not limited to; software/hardware engineering, mechanical/electrical/automotive engineering, information technology (IT), data science, machine learning, biotech, pharma, medical device and semiconductor manufacturing.
- Partnering with hiring managers, HR professionals and business leaders to efficiently resolve hiring needs.
- Designed and deployed sourcing strategies for active and passive candidate talent pool searches.
- Managed the entire candidate process, including sourcing, phone screening, scheduling and conducting technical interviews, offer negotiations and closing, and full employee onboarding.
- Worked with Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to ensure proper documentation and candidate management.
Technical Recruiter
Sep 2015 - Jun 2016
• 10 mosApplied strong sourcing/research abilities to continually build a competitive and diverse talent pipeline.
Recruiting for positions within Technology, Engineering, Science, and Manufacturing industries. Recommended ideas and strategies to improve recruitment and generate an increased candidate flow.
Participated and Led recruitment projects and initiatives.
Developed and maintained strong client focus and commitment to service.
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Jun 2010 - Aug 2015
Lead Manufacturing Chemist
Jun 2012 - Aug 2015
• 3 yrs 3 mosReviewed and maintained SOP’s, forms and work instructions and update as required.
Supported and initiated quality, safety, compliance improvement initiatives.
Identified opportunities and implemented productivity improvements.
Coached peers on procedures, policy, and safety, lead by example, and exemplified positive behavior.
Facilitated communication between manufacturing teams and upper management.
Calibrated/operated semi-automated and automated manufacturing equipment..
Maintained records to comply with regulatory requirements, and standard operating procedures.
Maintained equipment and rooms in proper operation condition and proper cleanliness requirements.
Senior Manufacturing Chemist
Feb 2011 - Jun 2012
• 1 yr 5 mosEffectively performed volumetric calibrations on Hamilton Stars, Velocity11 Bravo, and Biomek FX, including weekly performance checks to ensure instrument accuracy.
Effectively performed diagnostics and troubleshooting on manufacturing instruments to identify issues and correct errors.
Proficient in PCR on ABI 7900HT and data analysis in Functional Test Q.C Lab.
Subject matter expert in Functional Test and Oasis Robotics, responsibilities included; operator training, equipment specialist, and an interface between R&D and Manufacturing.
Manufacturing Chemist
Jun 2010 - Feb 2011
• 9 mosDemonstrated excellent time management skills by consistently meeting and exceeding Production goals.
Strictly adhered to SOP's, policies and procedures in order to maintain company’s Quality Standards.
Supported manufacturing by submitting Continuous Improvement ideas which aided in overall; cost reduction, limiting manufacturing waste, and reducing instrument down time.
Performed Oligo Synthesis, Cleavage and Deprotection, Robotic liquid handlers, and Functional Test PCR.
Performed and analyzed quantitation data on manufactured assays determining optimum performance and quality.
Prepared an array of chemical solutions, reagents, and buffers for daily laboratory use.
Sales Representative
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Feb 2002 - Jun 2010
• 8 yrs 5 mosResponsible for enhancing the customer experience, assisting customers by utilizing approved consultative selling practices and guidelines to identify customer needs and provide appropriate solutions
• Consistently meets and exceeds associate performance standards
• Proactively leveraged technology in order to facilitate the customer experience and provide customer solutions when the product is not available in the store
• Maintained current knowledge of merchandise lines; product features, benefits and availability; Sears Advantages, such as the price match and price protection policies; and, if applicable, delivery, installation and/or service options to respond to customer needs
• Optimized credit, gift card, Shop Your Way Rewards and multi-channel opportunities (and, where applicable, Protection Agreements, Sears Purchase Protect, delivery, installation and other miscellaneous income opportunities)
• Processes customer transactions in the Point of Sale system, including sales, returns and exchanges in accordance with authorized procedures
• Completed required training in the expected timeframe, and participates in ongoing learning opportunities
• Partnered with other selling and sales support associates and cashiers to provide superior customer service (i.e., locate merchandise, assist customers, answer phones and ring register)
• Maintained merchandise standards and ready all day standards within assigned departments, including replenishment and housekeeping for associates in all departments (and ad set up/take down for associates in Home Appliances, Fine Jewelry and Footwear; pad set up for associates in Home Improvement)
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Education
- 2016Notre Dame de Namur UniversityBachelor’s Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
- Dates unavailableBiohealth CollegeTechnical Diploma, Biotechnology
- 2016Notre Dame de Namur UniversityBachelor’s Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
- Dates unavailableBiohealth CollegeTechnical Diploma, Biotechnology
- Dates unavailableCollege of San MateoAssociate’s Degree, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Dates unavailableHillsdale High schoolHigh School Diploma, General Studies
- Dates unavailableSan José State UniversityForensic Science and Technology