QA Lab Technician

About this 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.  

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

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