**LAB TECHNICIAN – CHEMISTRY 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/or detailed procedures. + Performs analytical analyses of basic, moderate and occasionally high complexity in the Chemistry 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. **QUALIFICATIONS:** + 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, & 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._ 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 $19.88 - $27.83 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 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/ **Requisition ID** : 27734 Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.