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Research and Development Technician
Department 502 – Research & Development Technician
Classification
Non-exempt
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary
The Research & Development Technician assists the R&D Specialist with the development of new products under the supervision and direction of the Research & Development Manager.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Performs the raw trimming, cooking (pit operation), processing, packaging and shipment of new experimental products
Performs sanitation of preparation areas
Handles the restocking of items used in the preparation process
Maintains an up-to-date inventory of retain samples
Conduct AS400 transactions
Keep detailed records for each sample (Excel experience a plus)
Must be able to stand between 2 – 3 hours at a time
Must be willing to follow all GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) of the company which include but are not limited to: use of a hair net, use of gloves, use of a company approved frock and rubber boots, no jewelry, no nail polish or artificial nails, no shorts, no open-toed shoes, no ripped clothing or rhinestones/glitter on clothing, no chewing gum, candy or tobacco.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. In addition, employees are occasionally sent to help in departments other than their home department when the situation necessitates doing so.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to extreme temperatures (under 40 degrees and/or above 100 degrees Fahrenheit). The floors in the environment are often wet and can be slippery. The employee regularly works nearing moving mechanical parts.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
Frequent use/motion of hands, wrists and arms are required
The employee is often required to stoop, kneel, crouch or bend
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. 40 hours per week.
Hours of work: Typically, Monday through Friday rotating 2 weeks on days and 2 weeks on nights. Start and finish times vary depending on assigned department and workload. Weekends and overtime hours are often required. Schedule is subject to change with or without advanced notice.
Required Education and Experience
Proficient with basic computer skills
Able to read/write
Preferred Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED
Previous research and development experience in a manufacturing environment
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
None
EEO
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.