Alyssa Anderson-Hilario
Ankeny
Summary
A strong commitment to teamwork and precision has been demonstrated through military and laboratory experiences, ensuring successful mission completion in high-pressure scenarios. Adaptable to evolving project needs, equipment maintenance, and quality control. Proven ability to adhere to detailed operational protocols and maintain high standards of safety and efficiency reflects readiness to contribute meaningfully to impactful projects and initiatives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician
Bayer
Ankeny, IA
10.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline testing processes and improve efficiency.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Adapted quickly to changes in test protocols or methodologies, maintaining productivity during periods of transition.
Postal Support Employee, Clerk
United States Postal Service
Fort Collins, Colorado
03.2023 - 07.2025
- Coordinated with semi-truck drivers to efficiently load and unload mail equipment, ensuring timely and reliable operations
- Sorted mail, including letters, parcels, and magazines, into designated areas for further processing to ensure efficient workflow
- Executed physically demanding tasks, including prolonged standing and walking for 8+ hours and performing moderate to heavy lifting
- Provided support to team members by delivering mail to PO Boxes, creating customer notices, handling postage due payments, and distributing route keys to mail carriers
Soldier, Combat Engineer
United States Iowa Army National Guard
Ottumwa, Iowa
03.2016 - 03.2022
- Implemented effective communication strategies that facilitated collaboration among diverse team members, directly contributing to the successful completion of missions within high-pressure environments
- Demonstrated the ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure in a dynamic, complex environment
- Ensured optimal functionality of deployable systems by conducting flawless equipment inspections, adhering to detailed operational protocols, and maintaining exceptional accuracy
- Displayed exceptional attention to detail and strict adherence to safety protocols while handling and managing explosives, ensuring compliance with operational standards and maintaining a safe working environment
Laboratory Technician
Eurofins Nutrition Analysis Center
Des Moines, Iowa
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Assiduously adhered to detailed instructions and standard operating procedures, ensuring precision and consistency for high-quality outcomes when testing for water-soluble vitamins
- Efficiently managed and organized high volumes of test samples , ensuring careful tracking and identification by sample numbers
- Meticulously measured specific amounts of food samples dailyPrepared approximately 20 solutions weekly with detailed records for every individual product
- Practiced laboratory safety and cleanliness procedures
Education
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa12-2020
Skills
- Equipment Operation
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Data Analysis
- Hazardous materials handling
- Adaptability
- Creativity
- Microsoft Office
Languages
English - Proficient
Spanish - Beginner
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
Bayer
10.2025 - Current
Postal Support Employee, Clerk
United States Postal Service
03.2023 - 07.2025
Laboratory Technician
Eurofins Nutrition Analysis Center
03.2021 - 11.2021
Soldier, Combat Engineer
United States Iowa Army National Guard
03.2016 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology
Iowa State University