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Pamela L Costa

Johnstown

Summary

Experienced and dependable worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Quarantine & Labeling Technician

American Red Cross
Johnstown
04.2025 - Current
  • Label components
  • Tubes
  • 2 RBC's
  • Waste
  • Deglyce and Freeze

Regional Manager

Bosphorus Enterprises, LLC
Coraopolis
09.2015 - 04.2025
  • Operational Management
  • Sales & Marketing strategies
  • Sales Management
  • Staffing Oversight
  • Business Development & Planning
  • Order Management
  • Leadership Skills
  • Conflict Management
  • Staff Management
  • Performance Management
  • Training & Coaching
  • Customer Service

Mange employees, manage stores, ordered phones, ordered accessories, balanced monthly books for each location, made bank deposits, payroll, managed inventory, verified and documented the arrival of phones and accessories checking for accuracy and damage, and ensured the inventory matched the purchase order.

Secretary

Pristow's Outdoor Power Equipment
Johnstown
08.2013 - 06.2015
  • Answered the phone
  • Accounts receivable
  • Worked closely with clients to finance the products they were purchasing
  • Balanced the cash drawer each day
  • Made bank deposits

Payroll Assistant

Homestead Unlimited
Johnstown
09.2011 - 06.2012
  • Processed payroll data accurately for all employee classifications.
  • Maintained employee records using payroll management software.
  • Double checked clients and printed bills for accounts payable

Owner

Pizza Pit Stop
Johnstown
06.2003 - 07.2007
  • Managed daily operations of a busy pizza restaurant.
  • Trained staff in food preparation and customer service techniques.
  • Oversaw inventory management and supply ordering processes.
  • Developed menu offerings based on customer preferences and trends.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in the kitchen.
  • Handled customer inquiries and resolved service issues effectively.
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.

Account Executive - Payables and Receivables

Flood City Internet
Johnstown
01.2001 - 07.2007
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable processes efficiently.
  • Assisted in cash flow forecasting and reporting.
  • Processed vendor payments accurately and efficiently.
  • Managed accounts receivable and payables processes, including invoicing, payments, and collections.
  • Prepared journal entries related to accounts payable and receivable activities.
  • Performed month-end closing tasks such as reconciling subledger accounts.

Account Manager

Bestform Foundations
Johnstown
01.1988 - 04.2001
  • As the shipment of goods would arrive I would fill the orders that we received and would have them shipped to the customers
  • Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
  • Acted as main point of contact in matters relating to client concerns and needs.

Sales Associate

Piece Goods Shop
Johnstown
09.1986 - 04.1990
  • Assisted customers in selecting products to enhance shopping experience.
  • Maintained product displays to ensure appealing store presentation.
  • Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly and professionally.
  • Organized inventory and restocked shelves to ensure product availability.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
  • Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Taught classes

Education

High School Diploma -

Richland High School
Johnstown, PA
06-1987

Skills

  • Labeling techniques
  • Quality assurance
  • Inventory management
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Data entry
  • Customer relationship management
  • Order processing
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Workload management
  • Works Well Under Pressure
  • File and record maintenance
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Quarantine & Labeling Technician

American Red Cross
04.2025 - Current

Regional Manager

Bosphorus Enterprises, LLC
09.2015 - 04.2025

Secretary

Pristow's Outdoor Power Equipment
08.2013 - 06.2015

Payroll Assistant

Homestead Unlimited
09.2011 - 06.2012

Owner

Pizza Pit Stop
06.2003 - 07.2007

Account Executive - Payables and Receivables

Flood City Internet
01.2001 - 07.2007

Account Manager

Bestform Foundations
01.1988 - 04.2001

Sales Associate

Piece Goods Shop
09.1986 - 04.1990

High School Diploma -

Richland High School
Pamela L Costa