Processing Team Member

About Us

Blue Ocean Mariculture was founded in 2009 to pursue the sustainable farming of local Hawaiian marine finfish. We are proud to be the only open ocean mariculture farm in the United States. With first-hand experience in commercial capture fisheries and understand that some farming of the oceans is necessary and inevitable.

We are the exclusive producer of Seriola rivoliana, better known by the market name Hawaiian Kanpachi, a premium sashimi-grade fish coveted by chefs at top sushi and fine dining restaurants everywhere. Hawaiian Kanpachi is raised in the clear, clean waters off Kona, Hawaii, using the most environmentally sustainable aquaculture farming methods.

About the Role

The Processing Team Member (PTM) plays a vital role in the daily operations of the Processing Department, ensuring the efficient handling and packaging of seafood products. The PTM must have exceptional organizational skills, be able to work both independently and as part of a team and maintain a strong focus on safety and quality. This role includes a variety of responsibilities, such as picking, processing and packaging seafood, delivering products to customers, and maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment. The PTM will primarily work outdoors under shade in all weather conditions, with some tasks involving rotation between processing, packing, and transportation.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Pick, process and pack seafood products to meet high quality standards and minimize waste.
• Ensure products meet customer specifications for quality and quantity and maintain accurate records.
• Utilize proper storage methods of live product and packing materials following established guidelines and procedures.
• Assist in receiving, monitoring and tracking materials and packaging, ensuring stock levels are maintained for efficient production; assist with inventory reconciliation.
• Receive live product ensuring quality and safe handling procedures are followed for storage.
• Follow all safety protocols, maintain a clean and organized workspace, and clean tanks and pools according to the schedule.
• Safely transport and deliver products to other Blue Ocean Mariculture facilities and clients, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries.
• Communicate with the team of delays, outages, difficulties during packing, delivery, or cleaning maintenance.
• Safely operate forklift, Gradall, and other machinery to load and off-load materials.
• Maintain proper documentation for deliveries, vehicle logs, and material receipt, ensuring compliance with company vehicle policies.
• Assist with retail and customer service responsibilities when needed, maintaining a friendly and professional attitude.

What You'll Bring

• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Willingness to adhere to safety standards and biosecurity procedures at all times.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude, professional conduct, and appearance
• Ability to stay organized and accurate in a fast-paced setting
• Ability to efficiently handle multiple tasks at once
• Ability to follow instruction and work independently and communicate effectively with the team
• Ability to pass forklift and Gradall certification.
• Ability to operate a vehicle for extended periods.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously and with attention to detail.
• Must have basic math proficiency
• Must be able to bend, stand, walk, kneel and lift up to:
  
  • 20 lbs consistently
  • 40 lbs frequently
  • 50 lbs occasionally

Other Considerations

• Must be able to work in a covered outdoor environment in high temperatures and inclement weather conditions with an occasional requirement to work in a deep freezer environment
• A flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays is required

Blue Ocean Mariculture is not able to sponsor US work visas.

About our Company Offerings

Our company offers an amazing opportunity to work with a team of passionate individuals who care deeply about aquaculture, the sustainability of our oceans, and responsible fish farming. We are on a mission to promote ethical production of fish, and we're looking for people who share our values. In addition to being part of a great cause, we provide our employees with medical, dental, and vision benefits, a competitive salary, 401k opportunities with a 4% company match, PTO, and even community service opportunities. Join us and make a positive impact on the world!

We embrace diversity and equal opportunity. Blue Ocean is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.