Process Engineer

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 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 opportunityforaProcess Engineerat ourCarrington, NDdurum milling and pasta production facility, where we produceDakota Growers pasta.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate pasta manufacturing processes and implement improvementsand operating proceduresto enhance production efficiency, product quality, environmental sustainability, and workplace safety

• Use data from production lines, schedules, and methods to forecast future needs and drive continuous improvement

• Analyze andoptimizeworkflows, equipment layout, and spaceutilizationto improve operational efficiency

• Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety, environmental, and occupational regulations

• Monitor and analyze environmental controls on systems using tools and sensors, andapply real time data to make production adjustments

• Collaborate with Maintenance on preventative and predictive maintenance programs, providingtechnicalexpertiseduring maintenance activities

• Design and implement technical training programs for production staff 

• Partner with Engineering, Sales, and Vendors to test andoptimizerecipes for efficiency in raw material, energy, and labor usage

• Support continuousimprovementinitiatives in safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation

• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process-related issues

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in a plant or process engineering role within a food manufacturing environment, preferably pasta or dry goods

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, food science, or a related field is an asset

• Leanmanufacturing certification or experience is highly desirable

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with food-grade equipmentselection, installation, and maintenance

• Self-motivated with a strong focus on continuous improvement. 

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-output environment

• Proven ability to leadprojects from conceptthrough implementation. 

• Strong communicationand collaboration skills and the ability to build trust across departments

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational and prioritization skills

• Proficient in writing technical documentation, SOPs, and reports

• Experience with AutoCAD or similar design software for layout planning 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook,Access,etc.), with familiarity with advanced Excel functions

• Experience with root cause analysis and troubleshooting production issues

• Experience designing and deploying training programs for frontline production roles

Physical Requirements:

Qualified candidates must be able toperformthe following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Navigate and perform tasks in a food manufacturing environment, including walking, standing, and sitting for extended periods

• Work in environments that may be hot, humid, dusty, or noisy

• Lift up to 50 pounds

• Perform repetitive hand movements for extended periods

• Communicate effectively in English, both written and spoken

• Safely ascend and descend ladders

• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE)