Richardson

QA Lab Technician

Carrington, ND, USAPosted Aug 25, 2026

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QA Lab Technician at Richardson is a role based in Carrington, ND, USA. The posting mentions a high school diploma or GED. It does not mention visa sponsorship. Key skills include Excel. Applications are submitted through Workday.

Education
High school diploma or GED (mentioned)
Visa sponsorship
Not mentioned in the posting
Application platform
Workday

Skills in this posting

  • Excel

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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. 

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