QA Lab Technician

Richardson International Limited; North Dakota; On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off and holidays

Training and career development opportunities

Job summary

Richardson International Limited is seeking a Quality Assurance (QA) Lab Technician for its Carrington, ND, pasta production facility. The role involves testing samples to ensure product quality and safety, auditing production processes, and managing food safety hazards.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for those holding a Bachelor’s degree in food-related fields. The position offers a starting pay of $21/hr and includes a rotation of 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Bachelor’s degree in a food-related field is preferred.
• Experience in quality assurance testing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Test samples to ensure product quality, safety, and specification compliance.
• Audit production and packaging for accuracy.
• Identify and manage non-conforming products and food safety hazards.

Skills

Quality assurance testing

Microsoft Office applications

Ability to work on weekends

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in food related field (Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry)

Job description

## QA Lab TechnicianApplylocations: Carrington, ND, USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 6 Days Agojob requisition id: R16738As 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