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 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
- 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
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- 0-2 years experience in manufacturing, supply chain, inventory, planning, or data-related roles
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Exposure to ERP systems (JD Edwards/IFS preferred)
- Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
- 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
What We Do
Richardson International is a global agriculture and food-processing company and Canada’s largest agribusiness. It handles and merchandises major grains and oilseeds worldwide, connecting farmer relationships with vertically integrated oat, wheat, durum, and canola businesses. Its operations extend through milling, processing, packaging, and the production of food products and ingredients for kitchens around the world. The company serves agricultural producers and global food markets through a long-standing, integrated business model.
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