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 Production Lead coordinates and monitors activities of workers engaged in the production processes.

Essential Functions:

• Monitors one section of production and oversees the training, quality, work quality, productivity and sanitation in their respective area.
• Oversee the work and performance of the employees in assigned production area.
• Ensures proper use of protective gear, safe operation of machinery, and safe use of chemical cleaning agents.
• Reports continuing performance issues to supervisor.
• Receives and answers questions from workers pertaining to production processes or equipment operation.
• Monitors and expedites flow of materials within production area and makes adjustments when necessary.
• Notifies maintenance workers of equipment malfunctions.
• Tends or operates machines or equipment on production line to substitute for absentee workers.
• Maintains product records.
• Assures compliance with all safety and production practices.
• Trains workers in equipment operation and in processing and safety procedures.
• Communicates with Supervisors, FSQA and other Lead personnel any problems or concerns.
• Performs activities of workers supervised.

Trident Seafoods offers a comprehensive and quality benefits package. Full-time employees may be eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance plans, optional HRA/HSA, telemedicine, employee assistance and wellness programs, basic life and AD&D, and 401(k) with a company match, vacation, sick time, 10 paid holidays each year, and paid parental leave. Fulltime employees accrue vacation each pay period starting on their first day of employment, up to 112 hours per year, and are eligible for up to 48 hours of sick leave per year, in accordance with company policy. 

Travel/On-Call Requirements: not required for this position

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of six  months  experience in food manufacturing or seafood industry.

Preferred Education & Experiences:

• A minimum of one year supervisory experience preferably in food production
• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• May operate Forklift occasionally

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledges

• Knowledge of production processes, food safety and quality controls typically required in a food manufacturing environment.  

Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong Time  Management skills.
• Strong communication skills to effectively give direction or share information.

Abilities:

• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Ability to interpret simple written instructions and follow established procedures.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, and moving mechanical parts

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. May be required to distinguish shades of color to identify abnormalities and/or defects in food products.

Work Ability Requirements:

Employee regularly bends or leans at waist level. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.

The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel and crouch

The employee lifts and carries  objects up to 10 lbs regularly, 25 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally

Work Authorizations:

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.   

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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.