Laboratory Assistant-Chemistry Lab

LABORATORY ASSISTANT - CHEMISTRY LABORATORY - RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT (AUSTIN, MN)

To save time applying, Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time.

Relocation is not eligible for this role.

• Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

The person in this position will:

• Provide support to the Chemistry Laboratory by properly preparing representative, homogeneous samples for analytical quantitative and qualitative analyses on a wide variety of products.
• Receive incoming samples and supplies for the Research and Development Laboratories.
• Work with moderate supervision and/or detailed procedures after training is completed.
• Perform basic analytical procedures for the Chemistry Lab in a safe, accurate, and efficient manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned within R&D Laboratories.

• Basic computer skills including Excel, Word, LIMS, or equivalent software.
• Communication – Strong listening, speaking, and writing skills.
• Inclusion – Ability to work effectively in an inclusive team environment, treating others with dignity and respect.
• Initiative – Ability to manage responsibilities proactively utilizing strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Resilience – Open to change while staying engaged in a challenging work environment.
• Accountability – Strong work ethic.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Must be capable of standing for extended periods of time and performing sample preparation.
  • Regularly lifts 20-30 lbs., and may occasionally have to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Good motor coordination.
  • Capable of working independently and as part of a team.

• Scientific aptitude and/or food experience, particularly for career progression opportunities within the R&D Laboratories.

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for this role is between $17.25 - $24.00 per hour, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job‑related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location.

Other components of Hormel Foods’ total compensation package includes comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, paid vacation, FREE two‑year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more.

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