QA 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 Technician at our Winchester, VA pasta production facility, where we produce Ronzoni pasta.

Shift: Nights | 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM | 12-hour shifts on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule with every other weekend off

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.)
• Able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience in QA 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 8-hour shifts