QA Lab Technician

richardson; Carrington (ND); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Richardson in Carrington, ND, is hiring a QA Lab Technician for our durum milling and pasta plant. You will test samples, audit production, and help ensure safety and quality across the line, working 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule.

We offer a competitive starting wage of $21.50 per hour, with weekend/holiday coverage as needed, and a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Relocation support may be available for out-of-town candidates.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Willing to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).

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.

Skills

QA testing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Food-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

Application Deadline: 11/20/2026