Job Description

RIviana Foods in Clearbrook, MN is a Wild Rice manufacturer committed to delivering high-quality products on time and within budget. We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Supervisor to lead daily production operations and ensure efficiency, quality, and safety. The Manufacturing Supervisor will oversee production processes, manage a team of production workers, coordinate with cross-functional departments, and ensure that production targets, quality standards, and safety regulations are met

Key Responsibilities: Coordinate workflow with Production Control and resolve material/capacity constraints Monitor production schedules, quality standards, and workforce capacity Supervise and motivate production staff, including interviewing, training, performance reviews, and conflict resolution Inspect and maintain equipment, arrange repairs, and ensure safe operation Collaborate with Management, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to solve issues and meet delivery deadlines Implement process improvements and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements Prepare and present production reports to management

Qualifications: Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in manufacturing or production environments Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control, and safety protocols Proven leadership and communication skills, with ability to work cross-functionally Ability to analyze production data, prioritize tasks, and make timely decisions High school diploma or equivalent; technical or engineering degree preferred

Preferred Skills: Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies Proficiency in reading specifications and order information. Strong organizational and time management skills

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job; nor is this guideline is not meant to set limitations to the position. As positions at Riviana Foods are dynamic and may change over time, some areas may expand or contract to meet the priorities and requirements of the organization. Specifically, some areas of responsibility may expand, or contract and activities may change at any time with or without notice to meet the priorities and requirements of the organization.


Riviana Foods Inc. is a world class leader in the rice sector and is America’s largest processor, marketer, and distributor of branded and private label rice products.

Riviana brands are well known for their quality and excellence. Key brands include Adolphus®, Blue Ribbon®, Colusa Rose®, Carolina®, Comet®, Gourmet House®, Mahatma®, Minute®, River®, RiceSelect®, Sello Rojo®, Success® and Water Maid®. Riviana Foods is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ebro Foods, S.A., a multinational food group operating in the rice, pasta and sauces sectors. Based in Spain, Ebro Foods has commercial and/or industrial presence in more than 25 countries in Europe, North America, Asia and Africa, through its extensive network of subsidiaries and brands.

Our global reach is an important factor in Riviana's success.  As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ebro Foods, S.A., the world leader in rice sector, we take a world view of the rice business and draw upon the global resources of our parent company.

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.
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