Angela Peterson

Laboratory Technician with hands-on experience in coatings formulation, quality control testing, and materials analysis. Precise experimental execution, careful documentation, and accurate data recording. Strong background in documentation, SOP development, and cross-functional collaboration in R&D coupled with manufacturing environments.

Seeking Design

Technician, Research Associate, Junior Scientist, Chemical Technician or Manufacturing Scientist positions.

Laboratory Technician - Axalta Coatings

(2024-05 - 2026-04)

• Conduct quality control testing and support formulation of water-based industrial coatings
• Execute designed experiments to evaluate how material composition and process parameters affect coating performance
• Measure and analyze key physical properties (pH, viscosity, % solids, density, thixotropic index) to guide formulation and process decisions
• Prepare and scale coating formulations from lab to pilot-scale (quart to 10-gallon curtain coater trials)
• Operate coating and testing equipment to assess film formation, adhesion, durability, and defect mechanisms
• Troubleshoot coating variability and defects using root cause analysis and data-driven recommendations
• Document experimental procedures, results, and analysis to support R&D and process validation efforts
• Assist in development and improvement of SOPs and QC methods; maintain laboratory equipment and supplies
• Collaborate with scientists and other laboratory technicians to gather and summarize information about the coatings for National Material Qualification

Laboratory Technician (Contract/Various Roles) - 3M

(2003-06 - 2018-07)

Summer Contract work (TWIST program): June - July 2003 & June-July 2004 Roofing Materials, June-July 2009 Oral Products, June-July 2018 Electronics

• Supported R&D across multiple divisions by conducting laboratory testing, sample preparation, and data collection
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate materials and support product development initiatives
• Conducted wet bench chemistry, titration, and analytical balance work to weigh out proper proportions of reagents for formulae with various dilutions
• Used analytical pipets for small volumes, labeled samples and placed into the appropriate thermoregulated conditions
• Operated soldering iron, firing ovens, and various equipment including colorimeter software and equipment
• Made astute observations of samples leading to appropriate formula choice
• Generated data analysis, graphs, and reports to communicate findings to researchers and engineers
• Built physical and graphical models to support understanding of material and process behavior
• Presented technical findings to cross-functional teams in internal poster sessions

Science Teacher - Various Schools

• Designed and delivered science and engineering-based curriculum with emphasis on experimental methods and data analysis
• Developed hands-on lab activities reinforcing scientific principles and process understanding
• Collaborated with faculty to improve curriculum alignment and student outcomes

Certified Massage Therapist - Self-Employed

(2022-01)

• Provide therapeutic and medical massage, including manual lymphatic drainage
• Maintain strict compliance with HIPAA and client confidentiality standards

M.Ed. - Science Education - University of Minnesota Twin Cities

B.S. - Biology - University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Certificate - Massage Therapy - The Massage School, St. Paul (2022)