QA Technician

As part of Richardson's global agriculture and food business, our Food and Ingredients division plays a vital role in connecting farm to table through a vertically integrated supply chain. As a leading pasta manufacturer, Richardson produces a wide range of high-quality dry pasta products serving diverse markets and consumer needs.

Richardson offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including competitive pay, flexible medical, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, paid holidays, and ongoing 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 pasta production facility in New Hope, Minnesota.

Looking for a schedule that fits your lifestyle? Our overnight shift offers a consistent work schedule, less traffic during your commute, and the flexibility to balance daytime commitments such as family, school, or personal pursuits. In addition, night-shift employees enjoy a quieter work environment while playing a critical role in ensuring the quality and safety of the products our customers rely on every day.

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   

• Previous work in a food manufacturing environment

• 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