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.
Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for an Electrician at our Carrington, NDdurum milling and pasta production facility, where we produce Dakota Growers pasta.
Responsibilities:
Provide hands-on electrical support in the areas of process controls, resolving common power system electrical issues, and equipment downtime root cause analysis
Complete regular preventive maintenance on all electrical equipment according to established schedules and procedures
Use tools, meters, and technology to troubleshoot facility-specific PLC’s, motors, VFDs, and process/support equipment, in accordance with established procedures, guidelines, and regulations
Assist with the installation and commissioning of electrical equipment by running/connecting wires, construction panels/control boxes, and performing other tasks in accordance with the NEC, North Dakota Electrical Codes, and NFPA 70E
Proactively identify and execute on continuous improvement opportunities
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
3+ years of electrical maintenance experience OR Associate’s Degree or higher in electrical, electro-mechanical, mechatronics, instrumentation or controls in lieu of experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
Experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and instrumentation
Experience working with 480V systems
Physical Requirements:
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:
Lift up to 50 pounds
Work in hot, humid, coldand crowded manufacturing environment
Stand, walk, climb, squat, crouch, reach, grasp, push and pull for extended periods
Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday
Shift: 1:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Starting wage: $31/hr
Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by 11/20/2026

Richardson International is Canada’s largest agribusiness. Based in Winnipeg, Richardson has over 2,900 employees across Canada, the U.S. and the U.K.
Richardson is a worldwide handler and merchandiser of all major Canadian-grown grains and oilseeds and a vertically integrated processor and manufacturer of oats and canola-based products. Richardson offers a world of expertise in grain handling, merchandising, logistics, and crop inputs sales as well as oilseed processing, milling, and food product development.
Established in 1857, Richardson has been serving farmers and promoting Canadian agriculture for more than 160 years. Today, the Richardson name continues to be synonymous with quality and integrity. Our focus remains on supporting our producers, nurturing strong business relationships with our customers and suppliers, and caring for the communities in which we live and work.
Richardson International is a subsidiary of James Richardson & Sons, Limited.