Akutan: Surimi - Lead III

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.

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.

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.

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.

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