Production Analyst

Richardson International Limited; North Dakota; On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Richardson International Limited is seeking an entry-level Production Analyst in Carrington, ND. The role supports plant production planning, material availability, inventory accuracy, and work order execution to align with customer demand.

You will help schedule production, issue purchase orders, and ensure timely closure in the ERP system, while contributing to safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

JD Edwards

IFS

Job description

## Production AnalystApplylocations: Carrington, ND, USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R16949The Production Analyst is an entry-level role that supports plantproduction planning, material availability, inventory accuracy, and work order execution. This position assists with day-to-day scheduling, materials coordination, data tracking, and system transactions to help ensure manufacturing operations run smoothly, efficiently, and in alignment with customer demand.**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### Always GrowingRichardson International is a global agriculture and food processing leader, with deep-rooted grower relationships spanning over 165 years. Our journey has seen our business expand and innovate, allowing us to supply quality food products and ingredients to markets near and far. We are always improving our facilities, processes, and products to continue to deliver on our commitment to excellence.Across borders, our network collaborates to fuel our ongoing growth. Join our growing team and set a strong foundation for a career full of exciting possibilities.