Lead Food Plant Production Supervisor

Riviana Foods Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Career development

Job summary

Riviana Foods Inc. in Memphis seeks an RTS Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations at the Memphis facility.

You will lead a team of production workers, ensure safety, quality, and efficiency, and coordinate with quality assurance and maintenance to meet production plans. The role requires a BS in Food Science or Engineering preferred, 2–3 years supervisory experience in food manufacturing, knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and FDA/USDA regulations, and a focus on continuous improvement,

Qualifications

• BS Food Science, Engineering or related field preferred.
• 2–3 years in a supervisory role in a food manufacturing environment.
• Experience with HACCP, GMP, FDA, USDA.
• Retort experience in a food environment is a plus.
• Strong leadership and team management skills; ability to motivate and develop staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production operations to meet schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Monitor and optimize resource use, minimize waste, and improve efficiency.
• Ensure proper setup, operation, and maintenance of production equipment.
• Lead, train, and motivate production team members for peak performance.
• Provide feedback, conduct performance evaluations, and support employee development.
• Manage employee relations, resolve conflicts, and maintain a positive work environment.
• Enforce adherence to food safety standards, sanitation guidelines, and safety protocols.
• Conduct regular safety audits and training sessions for production staff.
• Investigate and report safety incidents or violations.
• Ensure products meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee quality checks and implement corrective actions for non-conformance.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with warehouse to prevent delays.
• Ensure timely handling of materials to meet goals.
• Minimize material waste and optimize resource use.
• Maintain accurate production records and quality data.
• Report production performance and operational issues to management.
• Ensure documentation for audits and inspections.
• Identify and implement process improvements to boost productivity and reduce costs.
• Analyze production data to uncover inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

BS in Food Science or Engineering

Job description

Riviana Foods Inc. in Memphis seeks an RTS Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations at the Memphis facility.

You will lead a team of production workers, ensure safety, quality, and efficiency, and coordinate with quality assurance and maintenance to meet production plans. The role requires a BS in Food Science or Engineering preferred, 2–3 years supervisory experience in food manufacturing, knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and FDA/USDA regulations, and a focus on continuous improvement,