Ellen Giancola

Technical Engineering and Equipment Reliability Professional

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Professional Summary

Engineering Technician with experience supporting manufacturing IT infrastructure, industrial systems, end user computing, labeling platforms, and network connected production equipment in regulated environments. Proven ability to deploy and troubleshoot software, hardware, printers, applications, and production systems while collaborating with engineering, operations, and corporate IT teams. Strong background in technical problem solving, system documentation, process automation, and maintaining reliable business critical systems.

Based in the Pittsburgh / Western Pennsylvania region.

Experience

Manufacturing Engineering Technician II

Becton, Dickinson and Company · April 2023 to Present
  • Owned plant labeling systems end to end in a regulated environment, including label creation and revisions, controlled downloads, verification, and production release support.
  • Installed, configured, repaired, and maintained Canon, HP, Zebra, Afinia, and NeuraLabel printers supporting multiple production areas.
  • Designed new labels and updated existing labels using Adobe Illustrator, BarTender, and EasyLabel while maintaining authorized changes and revision control.
  • Supported 12 network connected validated print stations for regulated production labeling, maintaining uptime through troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance.
  • Performed UDI label verification including GTIN barcode verification and label verification using an LVS 9510 system, ensuring scannability and compliance before release.
  • Coordinated between label design teams and plant stakeholders to troubleshoot issues, implement changes, and keep production moving.
  • Repaired and supported legacy Windows based Automated Calibration and Test Systems, troubleshooting hardware, software, networking, and instrumentation issues.
  • Performed plant wide preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on electrical and mechanical equipment to improve uptime.

Assembler I

Becton, Dickinson and Company · June 2022 to April 2023
  • Assembled mechanical components and subassemblies using hand and pneumatic tools while following strict quality standards in a clean room environment.
  • Maintained detailed records and documentation supporting traceability, regulatory compliance, and consistent process control.
  • Collaborated with maintenance and engineering teams to identify and resolve mechanical assembly issues, reducing downtime and defects.
  • Contributed to inventory optimization and lean manufacturing improvements that increased efficiency by 20%.
  • Maintained a clean and compliant workspace aligned with ISO 13485 quality management requirements and site safety policies.

Audio / Visual Technician

Beaver County Court Administration · November 2015 to December 2020
  • Maintained and serviced AV systems across eight courtrooms, ensuring 97% uptime through proactive troubleshooting and immediate repairs.
  • Integrated, tested, and configured video routers, microphones, amplifiers, and telecommunication systems.
  • Led the full upgrade of outdated AV infrastructure to modern digital systems, improving reliability and signal clarity.
  • Trained staff on equipment use and performed preventive maintenance to avoid downtime during critical operations.
  • Managed high volume telecommunication sessions while maintaining secure and uninterrupted audio and video feeds.

Archivist

Beaver County Micrographics · January 2015 to November 2015
  • Digitized more than 100,000 government documents using specialized scanning equipment, ensuring accurate cataloging and secure archival storage.
  • Repaired and preserved damaged historical records using hands on techniques in a precision controlled environment.
  • Coordinated secure transport and storage of sensitive materials while maintaining strict handling and confidentiality requirements.
  • Delivered timely document retrieval services for more than 30 departments, supporting operational continuity across county government.

Selected Projects

Printerrupter

Developed a Windows desktop application that automates barcode capture and label generation, reduces manual entry, and supports production printers and operator workflows.

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Purdue Model Firewall Deployment

Supported industrial network segmentation through network discovery, communication validation, firewall testing, connectivity troubleshooting, and coordination with corporate IT and cybersecurity teams.

System Issue Tracker

Designed and deployed a web based issue tracking application with searchable records, comments, status dashboards, data export, hosting, and user support.

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Laser Lab Warning System

Designed and deployed a network connected laboratory safety monitoring system using sensors, control hardware, alarms, visual indicators, wiring diagrams, and documented troubleshooting procedures.

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Skills

Windows and Linux Systems Administration Network Troubleshooting and Industrial Networking Web Application Deployment and Technical Documentation System Installation and Technical Support Microsoft Office BarTender EasyLabel NeuraLabel Adobe Illustrator Zebra Printers Barcode Verification Controlled Label Release UDI and GTIN LVS 9510 Validated Print Stations Limble CMMS Administration Mechanical Troubleshooting Equipment Repair ISO 13485 cGMP OSHA Cross Functional Collaboration

Education

Additional College Coursework · Computer Science

Penn State Erie & University of Pittsburgh at Bradford · 2012 to 2014

Coursework included object-oriented programming, software development, data structures, algorithms, and IT-related topics.

High School Diploma

Seneca Valley School District · Graduated with distinction

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