About The Role

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. Relocation support may be available for out-of-town candidates

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
Able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed
Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in food related field (Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, etc.)
Experience in quality assurance testing

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