CHASE FOSTER
New Castle
Summary
Intelligent and skilled team player with strong background in a multitude of work environments. Works well independently to handle assignments and always ready to go beyond basics assignments. Quick learner with good computer abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Fulfillment Associate
Amazon
11.2023 - Current
- Fulfilled orders accurately to surpass customer expectations for online shopping experiences.
- Followed picking and packing specifications for each type of product.
- Received products from suppliers, scanning into system for inventory tracking purposes.
- Organized warehouse and work area for orderliness at all times.
- Utilized handheld devices for inventory management tasks, enhancing productivity.
- Participated in training new employees on various position procedures and safety practices.
Barista
Starbucks
09.2019 - 09.2023
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages with a welcoming and positive energy.
- Crafted and served brand-specific café beverages with excellent speed, quality, and consistency.
- Trained new employees regarding food and drink recipes, operation procedures and health guidelines.
- Monitored and inspected equipment, inventory, and environment quality, cleanliness, and sufficiency to ensure workplace maximum efficiency.
Conservation Associate
Willistown Conservation Trust
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Seconded reviewing proposed architectural, landscape, and engineering plans for easement properties.
- Coordinated with landowner design professionals to implement approved architectural, landscape, and engineering plans.
- Aided Preserve Manager with maintaining preserves for maximum public enjoyment, accessibility, and safety, which included tasks like trail construction/maintenance, invasive species plant management, native plant restoration, and habitat improvements.
Conservation Associate
Willistown Conservation Trust
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Seconded reviewing proposed architectural, landscape, and engineering plans for easement properties.
- Coordinated with landowner design professionals to implement approved architectural, landscape, and engineering plans.
- Aided Preserve Manager with maintaining preserves for maximum public enjoyment, accessibility, and safety, which included tasks like trail construction/maintenance, invasive species plant management, native plant restoration, and habitat improvements.
Curatorial Associate
Academy of Natural Sciences
04.2019 - 09.2021
- Identified and analyzed over 1.5 million specimens for EPICC (Eastern Pacific Invertebrate Communities of the Cenozoic).
- Geologically referenced more than 1,000 unique localities across North America, South America, and Europe.
- Led informative presentations for museum donor events and high school programs.
Land Stewardship Assistant
Schuylkill Center For Environmental Education
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Prepared spaces and materials necessary for daily tasks.
- Conducted research as needed to support project goals and objectives.
- Observed and cultivated various native plant species for annual plant sale.
- Conducted surveys on use of Schuylkill River Trail.
- Assisted with ongoing maintenance of restoration sites and provided general repair and preservation of trails.
Receptionist
Belmont Behavioral Health Hospital
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Shared information about office hours, procedures and requirements to resolve walk-up and telephone questions.
- Used clerical abilities to support needs of office staff and administrative team members.
- Greeted guests promptly and consistently set professional tone with friendly assistance.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation, including scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for medical billing.
- Updated and managed digital and physical office records.
- Answered incoming office calls over multi-line system and answered questions, took messages, or transferred to desired extensions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Software/Tools: ArcGIS proficiency, Geo-reference expertise, Data entry accuracy
- Interpersonal Skills: Effective oral and written communication, Proficient in problem-solving, Strong adaptability and detailed observant abilities
- Environmental: Data collection and analysis, Water quality assessment expertise, Soil and tree sampling techniques, Use of surveying equipment, Plant and animal identification techniques, Cast net fishing and electrofishing
- Customer Service: POS, Sales goals achievement, Vendor and customer inquiry resolution
- Creative Design: Proficient organization skills, Project planning and execution, Merchandise display and inventory
Internships
Conservation Associate, Willistown Conservation Trust
Newtown Square, PA | April 2021 - September 2021
- Seconded reviewing proposed architectural, landscape, and engineering plans for easement properties.
- Coordinated with landowner design professionals to implement approved architectural, landscape, and engineering plans.
- Aided Preserve Manager with maintaining preserves for maximum public enjoyment, accessibility, and safety, which included tasks like trail construction/maintenance, invasive species plant management, native plant restoration, and habitat improvements.
Curatorial Associate, Academy of Natural Sciences
Philadelphia, PA | April 2020 - September 2021
- Identified and analyzed over 1.5 million specimens for EPICC (Eastern Pacific Invertebrate Communities of the Cenozoic).
- Geologically referenced more than 1,000 unique localities across North America, South America, and Europe.
- Led informative presentations for museum donor events and high school programs.
Land Stewardship Assistant, Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education
Philadelphia PA | April 2019 - September 2019
- Assisted with ongoing maintenance of restoration sites and provided general repair and preservation of trails.
- Conducted surveys on use of Schuylkill River Trail.
- Observed and cultivated various native plant species for annual plant sale.
AWARDS
AJ Drexel Scholarship, Drexel University, 2018-2022, Performing Arts Scholarship, Drexel University, 2018-2022
Timeline
Warehouse Fulfillment Associate
Amazon
11.2023 - Current
Conservation Associate
Willistown Conservation Trust
04.2021 - 09.2021
Conservation Associate
Willistown Conservation Trust
04.2021 - 09.2021
Barista
Starbucks
09.2019 - 09.2023
Curatorial Associate
Academy of Natural Sciences
04.2019 - 09.2021
Land Stewardship Assistant
Schuylkill Center For Environmental Education
04.2019 - 09.2019
Receptionist
Belmont Behavioral Health Hospital
06.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Drexel University