Production Analyst

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 Production Analyst at our Carrington, ND durum milling and pasta production facility, where we produce Dakota Growers pasta.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• •Create, update, or monitor production and work order schedules in the ERP system.
• •Enter purchase orders for packaging materials, ingredients, and supplies.
• •Support accurate and timely work order completion and closure in the ERP system.
• •Basic reports related to inventory, work orders, and production performance.
• •Investigate work order variances and identifying data or process discrepancies.
• •Help maintain accurate bills of materials and material assignments to work orders.
• •Support production, materials, and leadership teams regarding plant priorities.
• •Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitation.
• •Crosstrain in basic materials and planning tasks to provide coverage and operational support.
• •Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience & Education/Training

• •High school diploma or GED required
• •0–2 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, inventory, planning, or data-related roles preferred
• •Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• •Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• •Exposure to ERP systems (JD Edwards/IFS preferred)
• •Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• •Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks
• •Basic analytical and problem-solving skills
• •Effective written and verbal communication
• •Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• •Ability to sit for extended periods and work at a computer
• •Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
• •Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and use fine motor skills throughout the shift