Maintenance Supervisor

Riviana Foods

Memphis, TN

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Brand Marketing (Branding), Budget Management, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Corrective Action, Electrical Engineering, FDA Requirements, Facilities Management, Food and Beverage Industry, Frozen Foods, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Housekeeping/Cleaning, IBM Maximo Asset Management, Identify Issues, Industrial Relations, Information Technology & Information Systems, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Plant Management, Policy Development, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Analysis, Production Costing, Production Volume, Regulations, Root Cause Analysis, SAP, Safety/Work Safety, Staff Training, Systems Maintenance, Team Lead/Manager, Trend Analysis, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Warehousing

LOCATION

Memphis, TN

POSTED

3 days ago

Maintenance Supervisor

Location: Memphis, TN
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Riviana Foods Inc.

Riviana Foods Inc. is a world-class leader in the rice sector and America's largest processor, marketer, and distributor of branded and private-label rice products. Our trusted brands include Adolphus®, Blue Ribbon®, Colusa Rose®, Carolina®, Comet®, Gourmet House®, Mahatma®, Minute®, River®, RiceSelect®, Sello Rojo®, Success®, and Water Maid®, all recognized for quality and excellence.

Riviana Foods is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ebro Foods, S.A., a multinational food group headquartered in Spain with commercial and industrial operations in more than 25 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, and Africa. Our global reach and access to Ebro's worldwide resources are key contributors to Riviana's success.

About the Role

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of technicians and managing all maintenance activities across the facility to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations. This includes preventive, predictive, corrective, and new equipment installations. The role emphasizes safety, quality, cost efficiency, and adherence to company policies while supporting a multi-shift, 24/7 operation.

What You'll Do

Lead, supervise, and develop maintenance technicians and ensure alignment with operational and performance goals
Plan, schedule, and oversee maintenance activities including preventive, predictive, corrective, and new installation work
Define maintenance policies, procedures, and acceptance criteria for all facility assets in coordination with Plant Management
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEEs, yields, equipment availability, cost, and production volume
Troubleshoot equipment and processes, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
Manage maintenance budgets, staffing, spare parts inventory, and contractor resources
Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMPs, FDA regulations, and all internal procedures
Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives in maintenance operations
Build alignment between operational goals and employee performance through training, development, and performance management
Monitor, report, and address labor and HR issues in collaboration with Plant Manager/Maintenance Manager
Analyze processes, equipment, and performance trends to identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions
Work in temperature-controlled environments ranging from -40°F to +100°F as required

What We're Looking For

College degree preferred (B.S. in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering)
Technical training in maintenance management systems, planning, or software
5-10 years of maintenance experience in the food industry, with a minimum of 4 years in a supervisory role preferred
Strong technical background in processing IQF and frozen food products, including mechanical knowledge of processing, packaging, and warehouse equipment
Knowledge of FDA/USDA regulations, particularly frozen food regulations
Experience managing maintenance budgets
Strong technical skills in mechanical, electrical, and control systems maintenance
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles
Experience with maintenance IT systems (e.g., SAP CMMS, Maximo)
Ability to troubleshoot processes and equipment efficiently
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Working Conditions

Work in manufacturing environments with exposure to cold and hot temperatures
Multi-shift operations in a 24/7 production setting

Equal Opportunity Employer

Riviana Foods Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic characteristics, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship (where legally permitted), or any other protected category.

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

About the Company

Riviana Foods

The mission of the Riviana Foods lies in the research, creation, production and distribution of added value foods intended to meet people's nutritional needs while at the same time enhancing their health and well being.

Our vision is to be a leader in the meal solutions sector, with the aim of providing the best nutritional solutions possible for consumers in terms of functionality, health, convenience and pleasure, with constant innovation to keep abreast of the market's demands.

And we have set our sights on leading that sector in the geographical areas of Europe, North America and the countries in the Mediterranean Arc, focusing on the distribution channel, with our numerous brands, without forgoing our industrial activity with a greater value added. Riviana Foods upholds and is guided by the values of: leadership, transparency, service vocation, honesty, integrity, respect and commitment to our shareholders and the environment.

Riviana Foods has been manufacturing, processing, marketing and distributing rice, rice products and pasta for decades. Today, Riviana Foods, with revenues exceeding $1 billion annually, is the largest rice manufacturer and second largest pasta manufacturer in North America. Riviana Foods has achieved a loyal North American following over the years with national and regional brands, including Minute®, Success®, Carolina®, Mahatma®, Ronzoni®, Creamette®, San Giorgio® and Catelli®

Riviana Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer and adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state and local laws. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex or sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability not related to job requirements or any other status protected by law. An Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/D/V

COMPANY SIZE

500 to 999 employees

INDUSTRY

Food and Beverage Production

FOUNDED

1965

WEBSITE

https://www.riviana.com/

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