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 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.), 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, 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 12-hour shifts 

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

Schedule: Rotating Days

Starting Pay: $21/hr