Lab Technician - Chromatography Lab - Research & Development

Job Description

LAB TECHNICIAN – Chromatography Lab
- 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.

• Works with an intermediate degree of supervision and/or detailed procedures.
• Performs analytical analyses of moderate and occasionally high complexity in the Chromatography Lab (all activities must be performed in a safe, accurate and efficient manner).
• Maintains QC and ISO records as assigned.
• Performs other assigned duties within R&D Laboratories.

• Education
  - Successful completion of 2 years post-secondary education in a lab based scientific discipline.
• Experience – 2 years in a lab-based discipline preferred.
• Demonstrated basic lab skills including gravimetric, volumetric, titrimetric, spectrophotometric, chromatographic & pH measurement utilizing computerized data collection.
• Good math skills with statistical comprehension.
• Good computer skills including Microsoft Office and LIMS.
• Communication – Listening, speaking, and writing effectively while promoting dialog with focused feedback.
• Inclusion – Ability to work in an inclusive team environment, treating others with dignity and respect.
• Initiative – Ability to manage accountabilities proactively utilizing strong organizational skills while asking "what else can I do".
• Resilience
  - Open to change while staying engaged in a challenging work environment.
• Accountability - holding oneself accountable and being personally invested to deliver key results supporting our customers.
• Capable of standing for extended periods of time and may, on occasion, lift up to 50 lbs.

Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to Relocate:
Austin, MN:
Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person