Associate Scientist Chemistry Lab ( 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.

 ABOUT HORMEL FOODS — Inspired People. Inspired Food.™

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minn., is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include SKIPPY®, Planter’s®, SPAM®, Hormel® Natural Choice®, Applegate®, Justin’s®, Wholly®, Hormel® Black Label®, Columbus® 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 on the “Global 2000 World’s Best Employers” list by Forbes magazine for three straight years, is one of Fortune magazine’s most admired companies, has appeared on Corporate Responsibility Magazine’s “The 100 Best Corporate Citizens” list for the 12th year in a row, 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, visit www.hormelfoods.com and http://csr.hormelfoods.com/.

RESPONSIBILITIES:   

• Identifies project opportunities as well as plans, formulates, and conducts research to develop new or modify existing processes in support of the Company’s goals and objectives.
• Performs scientific benchtop work, which may include running pilot plant equipment (injectors, mixers, tumblers, stuffers, etc.), using complex software, training others on technical methods, etc. Ability to troubleshoot equipment as needed.
• Incumbent collects, analyzes, evaluates, translates data, and communicates results that will lead to improved, innovative, and creative applications to support the company goals and objectives.
• Manages multiple projects of various degrees of difficulty that include input and direction from a number of adjacent business areas.  The candidate will be able to integrate this input and provide opinions and direction.
• Communicates effectively with Company and supplier employees at all levels using verbal, oral and written skills to accurately define requirements, interpret project goals into actionable tasks, coordinate tests at various locations with production and management personnel, document processes and results, and present recommendations for implementing new or modify product formulas or processes.
• Fulfills the role of technical service and scientific advisor for assisting production personnel in solving problems or providing advice when dealing with specific questions or challenges on an as-needed basis. The ideal candidate will be able to seek input and gain buy-in for implementing solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• A Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Meat Science, or related field.
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team in R&D Austin MN.
• 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.

Preferred

• A Master’s Degree in Food Science, Meat Science, or related field.
• Prior experience with multicomponent refrigerated foods, processed and fresh meats.
• Ability to manage and achieve positive results in areas of food safety, productivity, product quality, and cost.
• Experience in performing tasks or related work in a production environment. 
• HACCP knowledge and processing experience with food processing equipment. (injectors, mixers/tumblers, ovens/smokehouse)

Location: Research and Development – Austin, MN

Advancement:

• Additional opportunities may exist in different departments, facilities, or subsidiaries
• Hormel Foods’ “promote-from-within” philosophy rewards outstanding performance

BENEFITS: Hormel Foods offers an excellent benefits package. Competitive base salary plus bonus, annual merit increases performance reviews, medical, dental, vision, non-contributory pension, profit sharing, 401(k), stock purchase plan, and paid vacation.

 For immediate consideration, send 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.