Production Supervisor

Richardson Oilseed Products U.S., a division of Richardson International, operates a state‑of‑the‑art oil packaging facility in Memphis, TN that refines and packages one of the United States’ most recognized brands of canola and vegetable cooking oils, Wesson Oil.

We are seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee production operations at our Memphis facility. The position reports to the Manager, Production and is responsible for supervising production staff, ensuring production, quality, and cost standards, resolving bottlenecks, and coordinating with other management for continuous improvement.

Compensation:
Competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and training and career development opportunities.

• Monitor production to ensure that quality, productivity, and cost standards are maintained.
• Provide employee training to ensure that employees are performing job responsibilities effectively.
• Oversee department‑specific sanitation operations to promote and maintain a clean and food‑safe environment.
• Maintain and enforce GMP standards.
• Evaluate subordinate performance, communicate with employees, and provide information for work performance improvement.
• Participate in the support of plant and company safety programs, promoting and maintaining a high level of awareness and adherence to defined employee safety requirements such as lock‑out/tag‑out, personal protective equipment, confined space entry, etc.
• Execute the daily work schedule and post overtime hours.
• Provide leadership and direction for plant Focused Improvement pillar.
• Attend production meetings.
• Respond to employee grievances.
• Ensure operation of manufacturing lines meets performance standards for each product.
• Ensure all daily manufacturing documents are completed and accurate.

• A four‑year degree in Business, Food Science, Agricultural Sciences, or Engineering preferred; other degrees considered.
• One year supervisory experience in a food‑processing, food packaging, or chemical industry required.
• Good mechanical aptitude to operate and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to work weekends and/or shift work (flexible to switch between 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift) with a strong work ethic and employment history.
• A self‑motivated individual who can motivate, mentor, and train others.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, problem‑solving, organizational, and follow‑through skills.
• Strong PC skills with MS Office and ERP programs.
• Ability to multi‑task and set priorities within the department.

Final date to receive applications:
July 31, 2026.

Richardson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.