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.  

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