About the role
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
Press
Operator at our Carrington, ND
durum milling and pasta production facility, where we produce
Dakota Growers pasta
.
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor the extrusion/press process, ensuring correct mix levels, ratios, and equipment performance
- Check product quality during drying and quickly fix any issues
- Set up and manage egg hoppers, ensuring proper loading and operation
- Record machine readings and report any problems immediately
- Keep work areas and equipment clean and safe
- Perform die changes and use correct parts
- Report machine issues, track downtime, a n d submit maintenance requests as needed
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
- Able to work weekends, holidays and overtime
Preferred Qualifications
Manufacturing experience, with experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred
Physical Requirements
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Crouch, stoop, kneel, reach above shoulders, bend, balance, climb, work on ladder, push, pull, grasp, feel, perform fine manipulation, lift/carry, sit, stand and walk for extended periods
- Work in dusty, high heat/humidity environments and confined spaces
- Make fine distinctions by sound
- Communicate verbally and in writing, and distinguish objects or equipment visually
- Shift: 6am-6pm and 6pm-6am Schedule: Rotating Days Starting Pay: $26/hr
Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by
11/20/2026.