Machine Operator

Richardson International Limited; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Richardson International Limited in New Hope, MN is hiring a Machine Operator for our pasta production facility. The role focuses on operating packaging equipment, maintaining product quality, and upholding safety standards.

The position requires weekend or holiday work and overtime as needed, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and reliability. Compensations include a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Weekend, holiday and overtime availability as needed.
• Respond to alarms and resolve problems promptly.
• Communicate respectfully with teammates and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment and tote stations per product specs.
• Adjust, troubleshoot, clean, inspect and perform routine maintenance.
• Complete and maintain machine logs, downtime records, and repair docs.
• Follow health, safety and fire prevention procedures.

Skills

Weekend/holiday/overtime availability

Alarm response

Team communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

As part of Richardson’s global agriculture and food business, our food and ingredients division playsa central rolein 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 International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, 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 MachineOperator - at our New Hope, MNpasta production facility. We are offering a salary of $26.48 per hour.

Responsibilities:

• Operate packaging equipment and tote stations according to product specifications, ensuring accurate weights, coding, and product quality.
• Adjust, troubleshoot, clean, inspect, and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment to support efficient operation.
• Complete and maintain accurate machine logs, downtime records, repair documentation, and work order requests as required.
• Follow all health, safety, and fire prevention procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed
• Able to respond to alarms and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Able to work well with teammates and communicate with all employees with respect and courtesy

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
• Experience operating machines
• Experience in a food manufacturing facility

Physical Requirements:

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Balance, stand, walk, perform simple grasping, and work in high heat/humidity for 12+ hours per shift
• Lift up to 34 pounds for 12+ hours per shift, and up to 50 pounds for 10+ hours per shift
• Bend, crouch, stoop, push, pull, perform fine manipulation, feel, and work in a dusty environment for 10+ hours per shift
• Kneel, sit, reach above shoulders, and climb/work off ladder for 6+ hours per shift
• Make fine distinctions in sound, distinguish objects and equipment visually, and express or exchange ideas by spoken or written word

Richardson is recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing with over 4,000 employees across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and supporting our communities.

Richardson International is a global agriculture and food processing leader, with deep-rooted grower relationships spanning over 165 years. Our journey has seen our business expand and innovate, allowing us to supply quality food products and ingredients to markets near and far. We are always improving our facilities, processes, and products to continue to deliver on our commitment to excellence. Across borders, our network collaborates to fuel our ongoing growth.

Join our growing team and set a strong foundation for a career full of exciting possibilities.