QA Lab Technician

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 spec ification compliance
• Audit production and packaging for accuracy in shapes, spec ification s, 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

• H igh school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
• Bachelor’s d egree 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 , r each above shoulder s, b end, 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
• W ork in dusty , high heat/humidity environment
• Communicate verbally and in writing, and distinguish object s or equipment visually
• W ork 12-hour shifts

Shift: 12pm-12am or 6pm-6am

Schedule: Rotating Days

Starting Pay: $21/hr