Processing Operator (a minimum of 2 years' experience, ideally in a high speed manufacturing operation)

Processing Operators are responsible for receiving rough rice into the Processing department for cleaning, cooking, drying and distribution to multiple departments.

The Processing department is an extremely hot, dusty and loud environment and employees working in this department are required to operate large industrial manufacturing rice cookers, drying tunnels and bucket conveyor equipment.

• Must have at least 2 years’ hands-on experience working on a manufacturing floor in a high speed operation
• Work 12 hour shifts, flexible to work day or night, spending most of the time standing (starting shifts likely will be 4 pm — 4 am (alternating shifts — Week 1 (4 days), Week 2 (3 days)
• Work OT as required

Work involves:

• Learning quickly, proactive in efforts to maximize production & prevent downtime
• Working well with others in a team environment with frequent, effective, and quick communication
• Troubleshooting and operating manufacturing equipment to identify root causes of problems
• Paying close attention to detail and alerts supervision if numbers fall outside expected quality ranges
• Maintaining a constantly clean and safe environment for themselves and their peers
• Taking an active role in the department, to include provide/receive training, critical problem solving, and striving to be a top performer with optimal production numbers
• Arriving for work on time for the start of the shifts
• Following safety rules and operational procedures

Education:

Requires a high school graduate or equivalent and able to follow oral and written instructions

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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.48 - $22.98 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Overtime

Work Location: In person