Lead Pack Operator

Richardson Durum Milling, a division of Richardson International, is North America’s single largest durum miller. Richardson specializes in durum and is known for its Italgrani semolina flour, manufactured and sold by U.S. Durum Milling Inc.

Richardson International 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.

A Lead Pack Operator is responsible for the overall supervision of the packaging warehouse and employees.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all scheduled production can be made, with complete stocking of all raw materials and packaging materials before the line is set up.
• Optimize operational efficiencies to support the facility's production, packaging, warehousing, and shipping operations.
• Optimize ingredient and packaging material usage to minimize waste.
• Facilitate maintenance activities to minimize equipment downtime.
• Schedule labor according to the production needs and guidelines.
• Ensure the production floor is organized and clean at all times.
• Work with other departments to ensure production is fulfilling Quality and production standards.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Make sure all production personnel follow SOP’s, GMP’s, OSHA and HAACP guidelines at all times.
• Make recommendations for line efficiency and productivity improvements.
• Communicate effectively with other supervisors in mill and loadout departments and assist when needed.
• This role requires regular presence on the plant floor, requires lifting up to 50 lbs. and occasional work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• 5 years experience in packaging/warehouse supervision.
• Experience operating tractor-trailer and forklift.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
  
  
  

Richardson is recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing with over 3,500 employees across the U.S., Canada, the U.K. and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and supporting our communities.

Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by December 8, 2025.

Richardson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.