• Job Description

  Req#: a2vv6nh5jk72
  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.
  Operate and maintain all analytical equipment used in the QC department. Assist the QC Manager in calibration of said equipment as required to ensure accuracy. Analyze rice in process and packaging for conformance to all internal (Company) and external (Customer) requirements and expectations. Ensure that all lab records are maintained in an orderly manner Ensure the laboratory is maintained in a safe orderly manner and is 5S compliant. Perform other miscellaneous tasks as directed by the QC Manager.
  Knowledge
  • High School diploma or equivalent (Mandatory)
  • Previous manufacturing/quality control experience preferred but not necessary
  Skills and Requirements
  • Good verbal/written communication skills
  • Legible hand writing
  • Ability to climb ladders and stairs repeatedly throughout shift
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
  • Good hand-eye coordination
  • Ability to do math equations with multiplication and division
  Equipment Used
  • Quality Testing equipment associated with rice Processing (i.e. Moisture testers, Precision Cookers, Shear Press, Colorimeter, Uniflow Cylinder)
  • Personal Computer used for data logging and reporting
  Working Conditions
  • Climate controlled laboratory 80%
  • Plant / warehouse environment 20%
  • Rotating 12 hour shifts – coverage required for 24 hour / 7 day week operation
  
  
  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
  
  

• About the company

  Riviana brands are well known for their quality and excellence and the company is committed to providing the most wholesome products on the market today, to leading both the rice and pasta industries in innovation, and to providing high-quality products you can be proud to serve your family.

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