Technician Sensory Lab - Research & Development (Austin, MN) en Hormel Foods Corporation

TECHNICIAN SENSORY 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:

The person in this position:

• Implements & administers shelf- life testing of the various Hormel products, including items from Hormel plants and co-packers. Tasks include scheduling shelf-life panels, shelf-life cuttings, setting up routine testing in LabVantage LIMS & conducting the required shelf-life tests. 
• Conducts sensory tests in a safe and sanitary manner.
• Recruits employees for Shelf-life Panels.
• Responsible for proper and safe operation and maintenance of all relevant equipment in the Shelf-life areas.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated inclusive behavior, including treating others with dignity and respect.
• Ability to show resiliency through staying engaged, and proactively holding oneself accountable.
• Must be capable of working several hours in a 38°F cooler or for short periods of time in a 0°F freezer. 
• Must be capable of standing for extended periods of time.
• Regularly lifts 20-30 lbs. and may, on occasion, must lift up to 50 lbs.
• Basic computer skills including knowledge of spreadsheets, databases &/or other commonly used programs.
• Demonstrated use of strong organizational skills, prioritizing and the ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.

Preferred

• Knowledge of the metric system, scientific aptitude &/or food science experience.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Windows environment including Microsoft Office platform - Excel, Outlook, Word & PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of LabVantage LIMS.
• Servsafe certification.
• Ability to work independently.

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 $16.75-$23.50 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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