Quality Assurance & Sanitation Supervisor

Richardson International; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Richardson International's Winchester, VA pasta production facility is seeking a Quality Assurance & Sanitation Supervisor. The role oversees plant-wide quality, food safety, and sanitation programs to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards, and to protect product safety and quality.

You will lead audits, investigations, training, documentation, and continuous improvement efforts, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to drive operational effectiveness across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biological Sciences, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years in food manufacturing with increasing leadership responsibility in QA or Sanitation, including supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of HACCP, SQF, GMP, and sanitation systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to inspire accountability and collaboration across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work across all shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Quality & Food Safety Oversight: Oversee plant-wide quality and food safety programs to ensure compliance with standards.
• Sanitation Program Oversight: Lead sanitation programs and ensure adherence to sanitation guidelines.
• Leadership & Training: Manage and train QA and sanitation staff, building capability.
• Reporting & Documentation: Maintain records and support audits, investigations, and corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

HACCP knowledge

SQF knowledge

GMP knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biological Sciences, or related field

Tools

JDE/QM ERP systems

Job description

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 & Sanitation Supervisor at our Winchester, VA pasta production facility, where we produce Ronzoni pasta. The QA & Sanitation Supervisor oversees plant-wide quality, food safety, and sanitation programs, ensuring compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements. The Supervisor leads audits, investigations, training, documentation, and continuous improvement efforts to protect product safety, quality, and operational effectiveness.

Responsibilities:

• Quality & Food Safety Oversight:
• Sanitation Program Oversight:
• Leadership & Training:
• Reporting & Documentation:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biological Sciences, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 3–5 years in food manufacturing with increasing leadership responsibility in QA or Sanitation, including supervisory experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of HACCP, SQF, GMP, and sanitation systems
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to inspire accountability and collaboration across cross-functional teams
• Ability to work across all shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing QA or sanitation teams
• Experience using JDE/QM or similar quality ERP data systems
• PCQI, HACCP, or SQF Practitioner certification

Physical Requirements:

• Walk, bend, climb, and stand for extended periods on concrete floors
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work in hot, humid, or dusty production areas
• Regular exposure to wheat flour and dry pasta production environment