Production Analytics & Compliance Analyst

CTS Corporation; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

401K

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Parental Leave

Pet Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

CTS Corporation in Cranston, RI, is seeking a Production Analyst to support government contracting programs by delivering data-driven insights, performance reporting, and cross-functional coordination. You will monitor cost, schedule, and performance metrics and develop dashboards for program reviews and audits.

The role requires 3–5 years in production or operations analysis, strong Excel and ERP/MRP skills, and the ability to work in a matrixed, compliance-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in production analysis, program analysis, or operations analysis.
• Experience supporting project-based or contract-driven production programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong understanding of cost, schedule, and performance metrics in a contract-driven environment.
• Excellent documentation, reporting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrixed, compliance-focused organization.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project-based production data to monitor cost, schedule, and performance metrics.
• Track program KPIs including throughput, labor utilization, earned value metrics (if applicable), schedule adherence, and material availability.
• Support variance analysis related to production performance, budget, and forecasting.
• Develop recurring dashboards and reports for program reviews, internal leadership, and executive briefings.
• Assist in preparing data packages for customer reporting requirements, audits, and compliance reviews.
• Serve as an analytical liaison between Operations, Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Finance.
• Actively participate in recurring program meetings (IPTs, production reviews, risk boards, and status meetings).
• Document action items, track follow-ups, and ensure alignment on performance recovery plans.
• Support risk identification and mitigation planning related to production schedules and resource constraints.
• Ensure production reporting aligns with contractual obligations and regulatory requirements.
• Support audit readiness efforts (e.g., DCAA, DCMA, or internal audits as applicable).
• Conduct root cause analysis for production delays, cost variances, and quality issues.
• Identify process improvement opportunities within project-based workflows.
• Assist in standardizing reporting processes across multiple active programs.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Documentation & reporting

Cross-functional coordination

Compliance awareness

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

CTS Corporation in Cranston, RI, is seeking a Production Analyst to support government contracting programs by delivering data-driven insights, performance reporting, and cross-functional coordination. You will monitor cost, schedule, and performance metrics and develop dashboards for program reviews and audits.

The role requires 3–5 years in production or operations analysis, strong Excel and ERP/MRP skills, and the ability to work in a matrixed, compliance-focused environment.