Forklift Operator

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 a **Forklift Operator** at our **Carrington, ND** durum milling and pasta production facility, where we produce Dakota Growers pasta. The Forklift Operator is a critical part of our warehouse team, responsible for shipping, storing, and receiving inventory as well as providing sanitation support for the entire warehouse.  **Responsibilities:**  * Operate forklift to load, unload, and transfer products, pallets, boxes, and other materials within the warehouse and into trucks and/or railcars according to shipping schedule; operate other equipment for shipping, as needed   * Maintain accurate inventory while storing and loading, practicing first in/first out   * Monitor all equipment for wear and potential damage, and perform related preventative maintenance as required   * Maintain Master Sanitation Schedules and other HAACP documentation, performing scheduled cleaning of equipment  * Re-palletize and rework products, and prepare products for 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:**  * Experience operating a forklift   * Experience in a food manufacturing facility   **Physical Requirements:**   Qualified candidates must be able to perform the 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, operate foot pedals, lift/carry, sit, stand and walk for extended periods  * Work in a dusty, high heat/humid environment and confined spaces   **Shift:** 5:30am-4pm or 4pm-2:30am **Schedule:** Sun-Wed or Wed-Sat **Starting Pay:** $21.50/hr Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by 11/20/2026.