Laboratory Technician - Microbiology Lab

Hormel Foods; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hormel Foods is seeking a Lab Technician for its Microbiology Lab in Austin, MN. This position involves performing assays, conducting quality control, and maintaining records in a laboratory setting. Ideal candidates will have a background in laboratory science, strong math skills, and good communication abilities. A competitive hourly wage and a benefits package are offered, ensuring comprehensive support for employees.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• Completion of post-secondary education in a lab based, scientific discipline.
• 1-2 years of laboratory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Systems and Root Cause Analysis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs assays in the microbiology lab.
• Conducts Quality Control procedures.
• Participates in Corrective Action Requests and Continuous Improvement Projects.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Quantitative analysis

Qualitative analysis

Strong math skills

Good communication skills

Education

Post-secondary education in a lab based scientific discipline

Tools

LIMS

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

LAB TECHNICIAN - MICROBIOLOGY 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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with an intermediate degree of supervision and sometimes direct supervision.
• Performs assays in the general micro lab that include mostly non-pathogen organisms.
• Conducts Quality Control procedures for laboratory as assigned.
• Initiates and participates in Corrective Action Requests, Method Validation Projects, and Continuous Improvement Projects.
• Maintains Quality Control and ISO records as assigned.
• May assist with the administrative duties, such as, safety audits, obtaining COAs, and ordering supplies and chemicals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Successful completion of post-secondary education in a lab based, scientific discipline.
• Demonstrated basic lab skills including aseptic technique, quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Strong math skills.
• Good computer skills including Outlook, Excel, Word, LIMS or equivalents.
• Demonstrated ability to perform independent or group work.
• Good communication skills.
• Must be capable of standing for extended periods of time, handle strong odors and may, on occasion, lift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred

• 1-2 years of laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Systems and Root Cause Analyses skills.

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.

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 $19.75-$27.75 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.

For immediate consideration, apply online at:www.hormelfoods.com/careers

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