Jeffrey M. Thomas
Great Meadows,NJ
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in both a laboratory and retail/management setting with talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail/Manager
Target
02.2016 - Current
- Trained and developed new employees for ease of transition into team.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
- Exhibited excellent people skills during interaction with employees and customers.
- Efficiently performed retail merchandising, stocking, cleaning, down stocking and pricing.
Environmental Scientist
Aqua Survey Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Conducted various physical analysis of sediment samples
- Cultured and maintained several species of invertebrate for toxicity tests
- Performed Field work to obtain sediment samples via Vibracore and grab sampling methods
- Assisted in set up, maintenance and tear down of toxicity tests
Manager
Staples
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Authoritatively directed staff engaged in processing high-profile work
- Responsible for comprehensive design and editing on all projects
- Skillfully collaborated with major corporations on various promotional initiatives
- Promoted to this position after four months for superior performance in original role
Outdoor Educator
Taconic Outdoor Education Center
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Knowledgeably instructed students of all ages in environmental subjects and supervised various Project Adventure challenges
- Accurately processed financial transactions and rented various pieces of winter outdoor equipment
- Skillfully guided tour groups on Night Hikes and oversaw maple sap collection for syrup processing
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Juniata College
01.2010
Skills
- Proficient in Laboratory Protocols
- Expertly conducted Attenburg and grain size tests as well as processing samples from the field
- Assisted field crews in obtaining samples both water and sediment
- Critical in culturing Daphnia Magna, C diliutus and Hyalella azteca for toxicity tests
- Well organized, multitasker with strong attention to detail
- Self driven, effective team player with strengths in commination and developing interpersonal relationships
Timeline
Retail/Manager
Target
02.2016 - Current
Environmental Scientist
Aqua Survey Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2015
Manager
Staples
01.2012 - 01.2013
Outdoor Educator
Taconic Outdoor Education Center
01.2010 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Juniata College
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