Rivland Extrusion Supervisor
Job Location: Rivland Jonesboro, AR


RICELAND
FAMILY FARMER OWNED


Riceland Overview
Riceland Foods and its family farmers have provided the world with wholesome, nutritious rice since 1921. Grown in the United States, our rice is known for its high quality and versatility, and that's why Riceland has become a trusted brand around the globe. Riceland is a cooperative, which means we are owned by our 5,500 family farmer members who are also our stockholders and growers.


Company Mission Statement
Riceland, a farmer owned cooperative, helps farmers feed the world, sustainably.


Job Description
To operate, troubleshoot and repair manufacturing equipment. Lead, direct and coach hourly employees. Must be able to work well with others and lead by positive example. Must demonstrate a willingness to work safely and encourage others around them to work safely and to use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment. Must have thorough knowledge and ability to fill in for any role within the Rivland operation.
Must be willing and capable of learning all Rivland Operations including:


Flour milling operations
Bagging and bulk loading operations
Extrusion and extrusion milling
Warehousing and Storage
Shipping and Receiving
Complete and review required daily, weekly and monthly paperwork – hourly quality checks, food safety documentation, daily production check sheets, preoperational inspections and daily, weekly and monthly ERP reporting. Must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of Lockout / Tag out procedures, Confined Space procedures, and all safety procedures. Communicate well with other key departments. Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Engineering, Safety, Sanitation, and peers in other departments. Must be able to express departmental needs. Must have a general knowledge and understanding of PLC’s. Must possess sound decision-making skills, critical thinking and reasoning.


Job Duties
Computer knowledge is required but not limited to for example ERP, WCS, Excel and Word
Must be able to communicate with employees and outside departments using verbal, Emails, and written communication.
Must be able to walk for extended lengths, climb ladders & stairs, move arms to operate equipment, bend, stoop, kneel or stand for extended periods.
Must be able to lift and carry 10-110 pounds 5 to 10 feet.
Must be able to reach above head or shoulders.
Must be able to see close distances 3-10 feet.
Must be able to pass the forklift certification.
Must be able to pass the forklift eye exam with or without correction.
Must have 2 years of experience in supervision or of similar field experience.
Must be able to troubleshoot machinery like mechanical, electrical or pneumatic.
Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
Must be able to work overtime as needed or some weekends.
Must be able to stay fluid and adapt to things changing several times during shift.
Must be able to work in extreme environments for extended periods like hot, cold, rain or snow.
Must have reliable transportation to get to work on time.
** Other duties may be assigned.


Education Requirements
One year certificate from college or technical school; or High School Diploma or GED.


Company Benefits and Incentives

• Medical insurance with low premiums
• Free dental with medical insurance enrollment
• Vision insurance with low premiums
• Free basic life insurance, up to 3x basic annual earnings
• Voluntary term life (rates depends on the age and salary of the employee)
• Long term disability
• Free short-term disability
• Accident insurance, for unexpected healthcare expenses due to accidents
• Critical illness insurance
• Employee assistance program through Lincoln Financial
• 401K with company match 4% of an employee’s 5%

Paid training programs.
PTO & Holiday Pay


Riceland Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Riceland Foods provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.