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 Press Operator at our Winchester, VA pasta production facility, where we produce Ronzoni pasta. The Press Operator is responsible for running , maintaining , and troubleshooting automated equipment that mixes, extrudes, and dries pasta.
Operate, monitor, start up, and shut down all press and drying systems (long goods, short cuts, noodles, lasagna) to meet product specifications
Monitor and adjust recipes, extrusion patterns, drying parameters, moisture levels, and ingredient/flour transfer systems to ensure proper product quality
Perform die and format changes, including setup, tap-out, storage, and operation of die wash equipment using hoists and cranes
Conduct cleaning, sanitizing, disassembly, and reassembly of presses, mixers, dryers, shakers, augers, and barrels in compliance with GMPs and safety standards
Complete required documentation and reports, including downtime, cleaning logs, product specifications, flour transfers, and changeover records
Support minor maintenance activities, maintain housekeeping standards, communicate effectively with team members, and maintain reliable attendance
