LAB TECHNICIAN - MICROBIOLOGY LAB

Hormel Foods Family of Companies•Austin, MN

3d•$20 - $29

About The Position

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. Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

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

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.