Riviana Foods Inc. - USA · 21 hours ago
Processing Supervisor
Memphis, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expRiviana Foods Inc. is a world-class leader in the rice sector and America’s largest processor of rice products. The Processing Supervisor is responsible for planning and scheduling activities for labor and production to meet performance indicators while ensuring safety and quality standards are maintained.
Food and BeverageMarketingSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Coordinate resources and monitor execution of work area objectives
Assign and move personnel on production lines to optimize labor usage based on production requirements
Troubleshoot process equipment with the team and resolve operational issues
Coordinate packaging and processing supply requirements with the Warehouse Area
Ensure compliance with all internal and external procedures and regulations
Support capital and facility improvement projects
Educate and train employees in S, Q, V, C principles and applications
Plan and schedule employees to meet performance requirements; communicate daily with the Scheduling Supervisor regarding line status and upcoming production needs
Provide role-focused training, employee development, and performance management
Assist in standard operating line adjustments and troubleshooting (e.g., code dates, glue adjustments, rail adjustments, limited changeovers)
Identify and address employment and HR issues; maintain strong working relationships with the bargaining unit
Assign daily labor to proper cost centers in the time and attendance system
Provide input to the operating budget and adhere to budget standards for staffing, overtime, and material usage
Track actual performance against budget and explain variances; recommend corrective actions
Monitor work results against department goals and analyze performance trends across shifts
Identify and implement continuous improvement actions and opportunities
Ensure execution of process, equipment, and performance improvement initiatives
Qualification
Required
High school diploma required; college degree preferred
2+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or related environment
Technical skills to perform and troubleshoot in the area of specialty
Understanding and application of Lean Manufacturing principles
Strong interpersonal, communication, and team-building skills
Ability to read, write, and comprehend English effectively
Apply basic math principles, including ratios and statistics
Knowledge of company software applications and automated systems
Care and use of required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Ability to respond to emergency callouts
Preferred
Experience with quality procedures, industrial, mechanical, process engineering, food science, or management is preferred
Green Belt certification knowledge preferred
Company
Riviana Foods Inc. - USA
As a wholly owned subsidiary of Ebro Foods -the world leader in the rice sector- Riviana Foods Inc.
501-1000 employees
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