Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Riviana Foods; Colusa (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Meaningful work

Job summary

Riviana Foods in Colusa, CA is seeking a 2nd Shift Production Supervisor to oversee packaging, blending, and processing lines and to progress continuous improvements in food safety and productivity. You will partner with the 1st Shift Supervisor and Plant Manager to manage daily production and scheduling, while driving safety and performance across the team.

The role requires 3–5 years in production (5–8 preferred), leadership skills, and knowledge of GMP/HACCP/GFSI.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in production; 5–8 years preferred.
• Experience supervising production teams and coaching employees.
• Experience in food manufacturing/packaging is preferred.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and GFSI standards (preferably BRC).
• Understanding of Lean and continuous improvement.
• Experience with safety audits, OSHA requirements, and incident documentation.
• Ability to read SOPs, compliance docs, and procedures.
• Strong English communication; Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Production Manager and Planning for Colusa scheduling and operations.
• Directly supervise 2nd shift production and personnel.
• Foster Food Safety and Quality Assurance mindset within the team.
• Manage work schedules and peak demand periods (potential 6 days/week).
• Lead continuous improvement for facilities and process efficiency; ensure worker safety.
• Lead safety meetings and coordinate with HR on performance and conduct.
• Coordinate with Maintenance for preventative maintenance and downtime.
• Participate in staffing, interviewing, and performance reviews; apply corrective actions.
• Influence budgeting, cost control, and scheduling decisions; drive operational accountability.
• Partner with Managers, Supervisors and Technicians to meet department goals.
• Knowledge of Allergen Control and GFCO requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Team building

Communication

Analytical

Problem solving

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

This role involves multiple blending, packaging, and processing lines that will at times run simultaneously. The Production Supervisor is a critical role in fulfilling the customer demands of these areas of our operation while making ongoing improvements to our processes to advance our food safety, worker safety, production productivity and overall product excellence objectives at Riviana Foods. The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor in collaboration with the 1st Shift Supervisor will support the Plant Manager in overseeing the daily production function of the Colusa, CA location.

As a member of our onsite Leadership team, an exceptional capacity for managing and leading people is needed. The ability to lead and foster an environment of accountability, excellence, collaboration, and innovation is required. The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor will partner with internal and external peers to achieve the goals of the company while honoring the core values of Riviana Foods.

What You'll Do:

• Work in collaboration with 1st Shift Supervisor and Planning to Support the Production Manager in coordinating the production department needs at Colusa, including all scheduling.
• Supervise all operations of the 2nd shift production and personnel.
• Develop and expect Food Safety and Quality Assurance mindset with the team.
• Ensure work is performed based on daily/weekly/monthly/annually work schedules within the department. Packaging/processing seasonal demands may require 6 days a week during peak demand.
• Propose and implement continuous improvements for facilities and process efficiency within the Production Department. Develop and expect worker safety and hazard control within your team.
• Conduct daily meeting and on occasion lead the monthly Safety meetings. When required, prepare weekly agendas and training topics. Work closely with 1st Shift Production Supervisor, Plant Manager, & HR to manage any modified duty restrictions.
• Communicate & coordinate with the Maintenance Department for coordinating preventative maintenance, downtime, and repairs. Strong understanding of mechanical principals, advanced equipment operating experience with extensive understanding of proper maintenance and configuration to maximize its performance.
• Participate in the interview and performance review processes for Production Shift related staffing needs. Coach and hold team members accountable to Riviana Foods processes, standards, and expectations. Must have experience with corrective action process and proper documentation. Work closely with HR on all personnel concerns of performance or conduct.
• Influence budget, cost control, planning, scheduling and procedural changes to improve the financial accountability of the Production Department.
• Work with Managers, Supervisors and Technicians to achieve the goals of your department and the rest of the organization. Other duties as appropriate & assigned by Management.
• Knowledge of Allergen Control Program & Gluten Free Certification Organization (GFCO) requirements.

What We're Looking For:

• 3-5 years of experience in a production environment required; 5-8 years preferred.
• Previous experience supervising production teams, coaching employees, and developing high-performing teams.
• Food manufacturing and packaging experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in quality management, safety, performance management, and quality systems preferred.
• Understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.
• Knowledge of food safety requirements, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards, preferably BRC.
• Understanding of hazard analysis and root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements, including safety audits, documentation, and workplace safety standards.
• Ability to read, review, and provide input on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), compliance documents, and other business procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computer applications.
• Strong English language skills, including the ability to read and interpret technical documents, write reports and procedures, and communicate information clearly.
• Strong mathematical skills, including working with ratios, percentages, rates, and graphs.
• Ability to work in both manufacturing and office environments, including warm or humid conditions and areas near moving machinery.
• Ability to manage second-shift production employees, including hiring and performance management.

You’d Be a Great Fit If You:

• Have strong leadership skills and the ability to coach employees, develop talent, and build high-performing teams.
• Can lead diverse teams, manage change, and motivate employees to achieve shared goals.
• Promote accountability and create a positive, results-driven work environment.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees and leaders at all levels.
• Demonstrate honesty, integrity, fairness, and sound judgment.
• Are proactive, hands-on, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Have strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Can identify the root causes of problems and develop practical solutions.
• Have strong time management skills and can prioritize tasks while managing multiple responsibilities.
• Can make sound decisions and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate clearly in writing and verbally, including presenting information and responding to employee questions.
• Are comfortable using data and reports to evaluate performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Are bilingual, particularly in English and Spanish (a plus).

What We Offer:

Competitive Salary: A salaried compensation package based on experience and qualifications.Comprehensive Benefits: Access to company-sponsored benefits to support your health and well-being.Retirement Planning: A 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for your future.Career Development: Opportunities to expand your skills, develop professionally, and grow within the company.Meaningful Work: Opportunities to share ideas, solve problems, and help improve the company.Team Environment: Work with supportive colleagues who value teamwork, new ideas, and shared success.

Riviana Foods Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, citizenship where legally permitted to work, or any other protected category under federal, state or local law, regulation or ordinance. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations.

An Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/D/V

2nd Shift: 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm & 3:00 pm to 1:30 am.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.