Scientist / Associate Senior Scientist - Chemistry - Research & Development (Austin, MN)

Hormel Foods; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Hormel Foods, a leader in the food industry, is seeking a Scientist / Associate Senior Scientist in Austin, MN. The ideal candidate will manage a team, lead research in analytical chemistry, and ensure efficient laboratory operations. This position offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits and a relocation package if needed.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance for employee children

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry with 5+ years of food chemistry experience.
• Experience with analytical equipment and procedures such as GC and HPLC.
• Demonstratable leadership skills for managing complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Leads a technical team in laboratory analytical testing.
• Conducts research in analytical chemistry for developing new methods.
• Acts as a consultant for complex analytical chemistry issues.

Skills

Analytical procedures

Leadership

Communication

Team building

Organization

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

LIMS

GC

HPLC

Chromatographic software packages

Job description

SCIENTIST / ASSOCIATE SENIOR SCIENTIST - CHEMISTRY - RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT (AUSTIN, MN)

Hormel Foods Corporation

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

About Hormel Foods — Inspired People. Inspired Food.
Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include Planters, Skippy, SPAM, Hormel Natural Choice, Applegate, Justin’s, Wholly, Hormel Black Label, Columbus , Jennie-O and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized on Fast Company’s list of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, received a perfect score of 100 on the 2023–24 Corporate Equality Index and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement — Inspired People. Inspired Food. — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visithormelfoods.com.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages and leads a technical team performing critical laboratory analytical testing.
• Identifies, initiates, designs, directs, and conducts research in analytical chemistry leading to the development and implementation of new analytical methods for the company. Maintains competency in cutting edge analytical chemistry and chemical theory and researches the feasibility of using this technology in the analysisof food products.
• Utilizes forensic techniques to identify foreign materials (chemicals and objects) related to food, ingredients, materials, and processing.
• Fulfills the role as a technical consultant/troubleshooter when more generally defined analytical chemistry problems at the Innovation Center or plants are beyond scope of the plant/corporate personnel.
• Initiates, coordinates, and oversees systems to improve assay efficiencies within the laboratory.
• Validates methods to prove the analytical method is acceptable for its intended purpose.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Master’s, or Bachelor’s, degree in chemistry with 5+ years of food chemistry experience.
• Experience with analytical procedures and equipment such as microscopes, GC, and HPLC utilizing UV/Vis, ECD, MS, MS-MS, ICP, etc.
• Understanding ofadvanced scientific principles and experience with ISO 17025 is a requirement.
• Demonstratable leadership skills as it relates to initiating, planning, managing, and executing complex projects.
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and chromatographic software packages.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills including superior team building and management skills.
• Organization and participation in collaborative studies.
• Demonstrated self-motivation, initiative, and creativity.
• Excellent communication skills including effective listening, speaking and writing.
• Ability to work in an inclusive team environment, treating others with dignity and respect.
• Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States.
• Applicants must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

LOCATION:Global Headquarters, Austin MN

A comprehensive relocation package to the Austin, MN area will be offered, if required.

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 the Scientist / Associate Senior Scientist - Chemistry - Research & Development role is between $72,950 - $118,825 per year, 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.

BENEFITS: Other components of Hormel Foods' total compensation package include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses and profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, relocation assistance, paid time off, free two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 10% of the time

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

At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/

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.