Pasta Press Operator: Growth & Training Opportunities

Richardson International Limited; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Richardson International Limited, a global agriculture and food processing leader, is seeking a Press Operator for our Winchester, VA pasta production facility, where Ronzoni pasta is produced. You will operate and monitor press and drying systems to meet product specifications, ensuring quality and safe operation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to GMPs, with duties including setup changes, documentation, and basic maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Able to respond to alarms and resolve problems promptly.
• Effective teamwork and respectful communication.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Problem-solving mindset with willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, start up, and shut down all press and drying systems to meet product specifications.
• Monitor and adjust recipes, extrusion patterns, drying parameters, moisture levels, and flour transfers.
• Perform die and format changes, including setup and die wash equipment operation.
• Identify alarms or process issues and escalate as needed.
• Conduct cleaning, sanitizing, disassembly, and reassembly of equipment per GMPs.
• Complete downtime, cleaning logs, product specs, and changeover records.
• Support minor maintenance, maintain housekeeping, and ensure reliable attendance.

Skills

Alarm response

Team collaboration

Computer proficiency

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Continuous learning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Richardson International Limited, a global agriculture and food processing leader, is seeking a Press Operator for our Winchester, VA pasta production facility, where Ronzoni pasta is produced. You will operate and monitor press and drying systems to meet product specifications, ensuring quality and safe operation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to GMPs, with duties including setup changes, documentation, and basic maintenance.