QA Lab Technician

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.  Relocation support may be available for out-of-town candidates

Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Quality Assurance (QA) Lab Technician at our Carrington, ND durum milling and pasta production facility, where we produce Dakota Growers pasta.

Responsibilities:

- Test samples to ensure product quality, safety, and specification compliance

- Audit production and packaging for accuracy in shapes, specifications, storage, packaging, labeling and coding

- Identify and manage non-conforming products and food safety hazards, ensuring issues are investigated and recommending solutions

- Maintain records, documentation, and retention samples

- Proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution

- Able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed

- Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in food related field (Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, etc.)

- Experience in quality assurance testing

Physical Requirements:

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

- Crouch, kneel, stoop, reach above shoulders, bend, balance, climb, work on ladder, push, pull, grasp, feel, perform fine manipulation, lift/carry (up to 50 pounds), sit, stand and walk for extended periods

- Work in dusty, high heat/humidity environment

- Communicate verbally and in writing, and distinguish objects or equipment visually

- Work 12-hour shifts

Shift: 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am

Schedule: Rotating Days

Starting Pay: $21.50/hr

Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by 11/20/2026.