Red River Commodities is a leading processor of sunflower seeds and specialty grains, specializing in high-quality, nutritious food products. We pride ourselves on our sustainable practices, innovation, and commitment to delivering superior products to our customers. Our team shares core values focused on family, pride, passion, safety, and integrity. We work hard, play harder, embrace authenticity, and always support one another to achieve our goals.
Location: th St N. Fargo, ND 58102
Position Summary
The Quality Assurance Lead is responsible for overseeing all aspects of product quality to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements. This role provides leadership in inspections, testing, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives across the production process. The QA Lead ensures that products are safe, consistent, and meet customer expectations while guiding and supporting the QA team and production staff.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Oversight & Product Testing
Lead routine inspections of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to verify compliance with quality and safety standards.Supervise monitoring of production processes and equipment to identify deviations from SOPs and quality standards.Oversee and perform quality tests on raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods (e.g., moisture content, purity, foreign material detection).Review and analyze test results to identify trends, escalate issues, and drive corrective actions.Documentation & Reporting
Ensure all QA activities comply with industry regulations and company policies, including food safety standards (HACCP, GMP).Maintain and review accurate records of inspections, tests, and quality control measures.Prepare, validate, and approve quality documentation, including certificates of analysis and quality reports.Compliance & Safety Leadership
Champion compliance with GMP, HACCP, and other relevant standards.Lead internal audits and inspections, ensuring corrective and preventive actions are implemented effectively.Promote a culture of safety by enforcing health and safety protocols and reporting hazards or incidents promptly.Problem Resolution & Continuous Improvement
Lead investigations into quality issues, collaborating with production staff to determine root causes and implement sustainable solutions.Drive root cause analysis and preventive measures to avoid recurrence of issues.Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.Training & Team Development
Provide training, mentorship, and guidance to production staff and QA team members on quality standards, inspection procedures, and best practices.Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for enhancement and leading implementation efforts.Qualifications
3-5 years of experience in quality assurance or quality control preferred.Strong knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and quality assurance principles.Proven leadership skills with the ability to train, mentor, and manage QA staff.Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities.
Company Benefits:
At Red River Commodities, we value our employees and are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. As a member of our team, you will enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for career growth and development. Below are some additional benefits that we offer.
Red River Commodities and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all employment practices within our organization. Red River Commodities makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
We are committed to maintaining a legal and compliant workplace. As part of our hiring process, Red River Commodities participates in the E-Verify program.
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Read LessRed River Commodities is a leading processor of sunflower seeds and specialty grains, specializing in high-quality, nutritious food products. We pride ourselves on our sustainable practices, innovation, and commitment to delivering superior products to our customers. Our team shares core values focused on family, pride, passion, safety, and integrity. We work hard, play harder, embrace authenticity, and always support one another to achieve our goals.
Position Summary
The Sanitation Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating all sanitation activities within the SunButter production facility. This role ensures that the facility maintains the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety compliance. The Supervisor manages sanitation staff, oversees cleaning schedules, and partners with production and quality teams to support a safe and efficient operation.
Key Responsibilities
1. Team Leadership & Oversight
Supervise and direct sanitation team members across all shifts.Assign daily cleaning tasks and monitor completion to ensure compliance with standards.Provide training, coaching, and performance feedback to sanitation staff.2. Sanitation Program Management
Oversee routine and deep cleaning of production equipment (roasters, grinders, mixers, packaging machinery).Ensure production areas (floors, walls, ceilings, and surfaces) are consistently cleaned and sanitized.Verify proper use of cleaning agents and sanitizers in accordance with safety and manufacturer guidelines.3. Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance
Enforce adherence to HACCP, GMP, and company food safety policies.Conduct regular inspections to confirm compliance with sanitation standards.Document deficiencies and implement corrective actions promptly.4. Equipment Oversight
Manage sanitation equipment (pressure washers, floor scrubbers, etc.), ensuring proper operation and maintenance.Schedule routine servicing and repairs as needed.Train staff on safe and effective equipment use.5. Documentation & Reporting
Maintain accurate sanitation records, including logs, checklists, and compliance reports.Report sanitation issues, equipment malfunctions, or safety hazards to the Facilities Manager.Provide updates on sanitation performance to leadership.6. Safety & Health Compliance
Promote a safe work environment by enforcing PPE use and safety protocols.Respond to and report safety incidents immediately, ensuring corrective measures are taken.Lead by example in maintaining a culture of safety.7. Collaboration & Support
Coordinate cleaning schedules with production staff to minimize downtime.Support special cleaning projects and cross-functional initiatives.Partner with Quality Assurance to align sanitation practices with food safety goals.8. Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to improve sanitation processes and efficiency.Participate in training and development programs to stay current with best practices.Encourage innovation and accountability within the sanitation team.
Experience:
3-5 years of sanitation experience in a food production environment.1-2 years of supervisory or lead experience strongly preferred.Knowledge of sanitation procedures, HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards.Strong leadership and communication skills.Ability to operate and maintain sanitation equipment.Capable of lifting and moving heavy objects as needed.Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment with exposure to cleaning chemicals and varying temperatures.Flexible to work across shifts, weekends, or extended hours as required.
Working Conditions
Based in the SunButter production facility with exposure to machinery, cleaning chemicals, and varying temperatures.Requires standing, bending, and physical exertion for extended periods.Must adhere to all safety protocols and PPE requirements.
Red River Commodities and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all employment practices within our organization. Red River Commodities makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
We are committed to maintaining a legal and compliant workplace. As part of our hiring process, Red River Commodities participates in the E-Verify program.
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Read LessRed River Commodities is a leading processor of sunflower seeds and specialty grains, specializing in high-quality, nutritious food products. We pride ourselves on our sustainable practices, innovation, and commitment to delivering superior products to our customers. Our team shares core values focused on family, pride, passion, safety, and integrity. We work hard, play harder, embrace authenticity, and always support one another to achieve our goals.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Process Engineer to serve as the technical leader for one of our processes at a small manufacturing facility. This role requires a self-starter who can effectively manage and prioritize all aspects of engineering within a plant operation, driving both technical excellence and business performance. The Process Engineer will co-own key performance metrics with the Plant Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Safety and Compliance
Ensure all process modifications and operations adhere to company safety standards and local, state, and federal environmental regulations.Maintain accurate and current process documentation, including process flow diagrams, controls diagrams, location layouts, and equipment files.Lead technical investigations into incidents.Take personal accountability to lead with safety in all that you do.Build Technical Expertise (in areas of responsibility)
Become Subject Matter Expert on product flow and equipment.Coach and teach the theoretical operations of equipment.Fill in technical knowledge gaps and test competencies as needed. Ensure understanding of how decisions impact process performance.Build and maintain product flow documentation.Performance Optimization
Use sound problem solving methods to ensure all key causes are identified and the most beneficial solutions are implemented and verified as effective. Maintain up to date technical documentation of location layouts, process diagrams, controls diagrams, and equipment files.Take ownership of key process performance indicators and drive daily improvement.Actively seek out losses and work with operations to eliminate.Conduct research, physical testing, and data-driven analysis, to develop improvement projects.Lead the development and implementation of automation and controls.Leverage internal and external best practices to optimize operations.Project Management
Lead and manage several up to million-dollar projects from conception through commissioning.Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.Develop project scope, business case, alternatives, cost estimates, and timelines.Calculate and present return on investment to business leaders.Maintenance and Reliability
Be the technical resource for maintenance and operations. Provide engineering support for complex equipment failures, repairs, and troubleshooting.Collaborate with maintenance and operations on preventative and predictive maintenance to drive up time and asset longevity.Manage detailed turnaround schedules for plant downtime.Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline or related field4-8 years of experience in process engineering or related rolesProject management experience preferredPeople management experience preferredAbility of working safely at large industrial job sitesExperience with dealing with multiple projects at a timeWorking knowledge of HACCP, SQF, or food safety standardsCompetencies:
Proactive and results orientedStrong problem identification and problem-solving skillsAnalytical skills to interpret and present dataQuick to understand and teach technical concepts Team player
Company Benefits:
At Red River Commodities, we value our employees and are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. As a member of our team, you will enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for career growth and development. Below are some additional benefits that we offer.
Red River Commodities and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all employment practices within our organization. Red River Commodities makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
We are committed to maintaining a legal and compliant workplace. As part of our hiring process, Red River Commodities participates in the E-Verify program.
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