Boston
Job Description Job Description Performs various duties in an at-sea processing factory environment, relating to the production of fish products including fillet, frozen block, surimi and fishmeal. Reports to: Factory Management team Common Job Functions: • Bin operation, use of flow scales, and sorting fish by species., • Machine operation, use of heading and gutting machines., • Fillet table, inspecting, trimming, flipping fillets, scooping, using scales and packing., • Surimi production, operating surimi mixer and/or extruder, bagging, using scales., • Roe table, separating gut and roe from fish, sorting, grading and packing., • Freezer plates, loading pans into freezer plates, identification of product type, positioning pans for freezing, operating plate freezer and separating pans for placement on the conveyor belt., • Fishmeal, bagging and stacking fishmeal product., • Case up, removing frozen product from pans, operating metal detectors, operating label machine, packaging for freezer storage., • Freezer hold, receive and inspect packaged product, verify labeling, stack product for secure transport. Additional Duties: • Participates in all backload and offload activities., • Performs additional tasks as assigned by Vessel Management., • Proactive participation in factory/vessel sanitation program, using only approved cleaning solutions and materials as directed., • Learn and follow all hygiene and safety rules and protocols., • Uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required at all times., • Participation in crew meetings, safety orientations and drills as required., • Operates safety sensitive equipment and machinery only with authorization and proper training., • Develop awareness of factory environment and potential hazards, immediately notifying supervisors and communicating with coworkers to maintain safe working conditions. Equipment Used: • Typical Production Equipment: Conveyor belts, cranes, fillet knives, forklifts, freezer equipment, heading/gutting machines, light tables, metal detectors, mixers, pallet jacks, pressure washer hoses, scales, scoops, shovels., • Standard Personal Protective Equipment: Eye protection/googles, gloves, hardhats, hearing protection devices, respirators, survival suits and life preservers. In the freezer hold: freezer suits and boots. Conditions on the Vessel: • Shifts are 12-16 hours per day, 7 days a week for the duration of the fishing contract., • Contracts are seasonal, duration based on the season and the availability of fish., • Conditions are regularly cold and wet and weather will cause the vessel to move unexpectedly during operation., • Crewmembers provided with a bunk, mattress and locker in crew quarters., • Crew lounge provides access to two computer kiosks for short-term usage during breaks. Compensation and Benefits: • Pay is crew share based with level raises determined by the Factory Manager., • Room and board provided by the company., • 401k, Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, upon meeting qualification periods., • Work between seasons in the shipyard, based on availability, paid hourly. Additional Benefits: • Promotion from within whenever possible., • On the job training. Opportunities for additional training available with supervisor approval., • Wi-Fi access available. Employee Responsibility: • Employees taking medication or requiring eyeglasses or contacts need a backup pair/sufficient supply to last at least 90 days., • Maintains physical and dental health in preparation for work at sea, far from medical facilities, pharmacies or dental services., • Employees provide their own rain gear: boots, pants and jacket. Rain gear should be clean, waterproof and comfortable over clothing., • Employees provide their own bedding: blanket, sheets and pillows. Large, thick blankets or sleeping bags require a removable duvet cover or sleeping bag liner for washing., • Enough clothing, socks, warm layers, to last 8-9 days between laundry dates, lightweight shoes for crew lounge/eating areas, and toiletries for up to 90 days. Arctic Storm Management Group, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity employer. Vessels operate with a strict zero-tolerance Drug and Alcohol policy. Job Requirements Physical and Mental Expectations: • Able to navigate steep stairways, gangways, Jacob’s ladder and/or upper bunk unassisted., • Dexterity: able to work while wearing gloves, rain gear, and maintain balance while walking/standing., • Visual acuity, with or without corrective lenses, capable of fine detail, and distance vision., • Standing for long periods of time, pushing/pulling, reaching, twisting/turning, hand eye coordination. Movements occasionally include lifting up to 60lbs, bending/stooping, squatting/kneeling, climbing and crawling., • Regularly requires the ability to receive instruction, communicate, read and identify signs and alerts in English. Regularly requires symbol recognition and memorization., • Able to adjust to shipboard working and living conditions in close quarters, far from home for long periods., • Ability to work as part of a team in a professional, respectful manner with coworkers, shipmates, company personnel and visitors.