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Land O'Lakes, Inc. · 2 hours ago

Lab Technician - Spray Research

River Falls, WI

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$61K/yr - $92K/yr

0+ years exp

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. They are seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Research Technician to support product development of tank mix solutions for agricultural sprays and broader innovation programs, involving hands-on laboratory work and data analysis.

AgricultureAnimal FeedFood DeliveryFood ProcessingNutrition

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Preparation of agricultural spray samples

Measure spray droplet characteristics

Organize and manage data for dissemination to project stakeholders

Perform intermediate analysis of scientific results and assist with interpretation

Conduct modeling to predict spray outcomes based on laboratory measurements

Maintain laboratory equipment and facilities (routine cleaning, calibration, and preventative maintenance)

Support other research programs within the Innovation Center (greenhouse, field research, chemistry, and phenotyping) as needed

Conduct original research under the guidance of senior scientists in areas such as fluid dynamics, plant physiology, and weed science

Present lab findings during facility tours and customer visits

Assist with development of high impact visuals and supporting data for marketing support

Qualification

Laboratory operationsData analysisAnalytical equipmentMicrosoft Office SuiteExperimental designAdaptable to new methodsCommitment to safetyAgricultureStatistical methodsDetail oriented

Required

Bachelor's degree with 0-2 years of experience working in a technical support role or associate's degree with 3-4 years of work experience in a technical support role

Experience following detailed technical procedures or processes

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Ability to stand for 6+ hours per day

Basic computer skills

Detail oriented

Able to produce consistent, high-quality results

Adaptable to new methods, processes, and software

Ability to work effectively with shifting priorities

Ability to work independently, given general direction on what needs to be done, makes a plan to get it done and seek out resources or help when needed

Commitment to safety and compliance standards

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in laboratory science or engineering field with 1-2 years experience

Experience in a laboratory technician role with an emphasis in analytical equipment

Experience with laboratory operations and equipment maintenance

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other software

Familiarity with agriculture

Experience with experimental design

Familiarity with laser and photographic measurement techniques

Proactively improves work processes and practices

Familiarity with statistical methods

Benefits

Broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best

Company

Land O'Lakes, Inc.

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Land O’Lakes, Inc.

Founded in 1921

Minnesota City, Minnesota, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.landolakesinc.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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