Akutan: Surimi - Lead III

Job description

Overview

Trident Seafoods is North America’s largest vertically integrated seafood company—partnering with fishermen, employees, and communities to responsibly harvest, process, and share wild Alaska seafood with the world. With deep roots in Alaska and operating across the globe, Trident is a privately held company headquartered in Seattle, committed to nourishing the world while upholding the highest standards for safety, sustainability, and excellence.

At Trident Seafoods, we work together for something bigger than ourselves. From nourishing the world with the best protein on earth to protecting our oceans, serving our fishermen, and supporting communities in Alaska and beyond, here, you’ll find a values-driven culture where your growth matters, your work has purpose and your contributions are recognized and appreciated—because at Trident, we believe meaningful work connects us all.

Responsibilities

Summary: The Surimi Lead III positions lead processing lines dedicated to surimi production, working with specialized machinery and equipment for processing fish into surimi. This position is responsible for the operation of the surimi line and monitoring the decanter moisture.

Note: Surimi Lead III residing in Trident housing will be subject to a co-pay of $15 per day for room and board, for each day that at least 8 hours of work is offered.

Essential functions (responsibilities, tasks, supervisory needs)

Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Leads the surimi production process from raw materials to finished products.

Monitors and maintains production parameters to achieve optimal product quality.

Independently operates and troubleshoots processing machinery for surimi production.

Trains and guides entry-level technicians on standard operating procedures and best practices.

Processes and analyzes shift reports relevant to surimi production.

Participates in the development and improvement of processing methods and procedures.

Tracks/records the ingredients such as sugar and cryo for packaging (the amount of plastic used throughout the day).

Performs inventory management and ordering of raw materials such as cryo, sugar & packaging.

Collaborates with the Quality Control team to conduct thorough inspections and data analysis.

Performs quality control checks on the surimi product during production.

Supervises employees during clean ups to make sure they clean up according to procedures, ensuring SOPs are followed safely and properly.

Clean and maintain equipment and work areas to meet hygiene standards.

Handle chemicals in accordance with proper safety clean up procedures during clean ups.

Inspects operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards.

Coordinates with Fabricator, Supervisor for modification of machines, equipment to improve its functionality.

Acquires knowledge of Trident’s Environmental and Safety Policies by completing required training programs and performing designated work activities in accordance with training and procedures/work instructions.

Notifies designated personnel of any environmental or safety incidents or risks not previously documented, in accordance with Environmental Awareness and/or safety training.

Employees working in Alaska are advised to have medical insurance coverage which is valid in the State of Alaska.

Trident Seafoods offers a comprehensive and quality benefits package. More information can be found at

Qualifications

Required Qualifications (education, years of experience, KSAs)

High school diploma or equivalent

Six (6) years’ experience

Knowledge of repairing and rebuilding machinery within surimi operation such as pumps, gear boxes, etc.

Preferred education and experience

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.

Additional eligibility requirements (language skills, training, certifications, DL, licensing):

Familiarity with the surimi production process, including the principles of fish deboning, washing, grinding, and forming surimi paste.

Understanding of food safety regulations and best practices to ensure the production of safe and high-quality surimi products.

The ability to conduct precise measurements, perform quality control checks, and follow strict procedures to maintain product consistency and quality.

Work environment (includes travel/on-call):

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical demands:

Surimi staff may be required to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting heavy loads and working in cold environments. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Additional Information

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, including F-1 STEM-OPT authorization.

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Trident Seafoods 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.

Trident Seafoods and its subsidiaries have adopted a drug-free workplace policy. Working under the influence of Drugs or Alcohol is not permitted.

Employment with Trident Seafoods is contingent upon the candidate maintaining valid immigration status and work authorization throughout employment, with or without immigration sponsorship by the company.

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Worksite address

akutan, AK, 99553, US

Who can apply

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