As part of Richardson's global agriculture and food business, our food and ingredients division plays a central role in connecting farm to table through our vertically integrated supply chain. As a leading pasta manufacturer, Richardson produces a wide range of high-quality dry pasta products for diverse markets and end uses.
Richardson provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, and training and career development opportunities.
Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Quality Assurance (QA) Lab Technician at our Carrington, ND durum milling and pasta production facility, where we produce Dakota Growers pasta.
Responsibilities:
Test samples to ensure product quality, safety, and specification compliance
Audit production and packaging for accuracy in shapes, specifications, storage, packaging, labeling and coding
Identify and manage non-conforming products and food safety hazards, ensuring issues are investigated and recommending solutions
Maintain records, documentation, and retention samples
Proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
Bachelor's degree in food related field (Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, etc.), is preferred
Able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed
Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
Experience in quality assurance testing is preferred
Physical Requirements:
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:
Crouch, kneel, stoop, reach above shoulders, bend, balance, climb, work on ladder, push, pull, grasp, feel, perform fine manipulation, lift/carry (up to 50 pounds), sit, stand and walk for extended periods
Work in dusty, high heat/humidity environment
Communicate verbally and in writing, and distinguish objects or equipment visually
Work 12-hour shifts
Shift: 12pm-12am or 6pm-6am
Schedule: Rotating Days
Starting Pay: $21/hr