As part of Richardson’s global agriculture and food business, our food and ingredients division playsa central rolein 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 aForklift Operatorat our Carrington, NDdurum milling and pasta production facility, where we produceDakota Growers pasta.The Forklift Operator is a critical part of our warehouse team, responsible for shipping, storing, and receiving inventory as well as providing sanitationsupportfor the entire warehouse.

Responsibilities:

• Operate forklift to load, unload, and transfer products, pallets, boxes, and other materialswithin the warehouse andinto trucks and/or railcars according to shipping schedule;operateother equipment for shipping, as needed

• Maintainaccurateinventory while storing and loading, practicingfirst in/first out

• Monitor all equipment for wear and potential damage, and perform related preventative maintenance asrequired

• Maintain Master Sanitation Schedules and other HAACP documentation, performingscheduled cleaning of equipment

• Re-palletize and rework products, and prepareproductsfor regrind process

• Maintain safety and quality in a high-paced environment

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution

• Able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experienceoperatinga forklift

• Experience in a food manufacturing facility

Physical Requirements:

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

• Crouch, stoop, reach above shoulders, bend, balance, climb, work on ladder, push, pull, grasp, feel, perform fine manipulation,operatefoot pedals, lift/carry, sit,standand walk for extended periods

• Work in a dusty, high heat/humid environmentand confined spaces