Processing Manager

Blue Ocean Mariculture is seeking a Processing Manager in Kailua-Kona, HI, to oversee fish processing operations and manage a team of 10-15 people. Responsibilities include developing production plans, maintaining inventory, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, and supporting team development. The role requires strong leadership, data management skills, and the ability to work in cold environments. It involves collaboration with various departments and a commitment to safety and excellence.
About Us

Blue Ocean Mariculture is the leader in sustainable open-ocean aquaculture in the USA. We are the exclusive producer of Hawaiian Kanpachi, a premium sashimi-grade fish coveted by chefs at top sushi and fine dining restaurants everywhere. Hawaiian Kanpachi are raised in the clear, clean waters off Kona, Hawaii using the most environmentally sustainable farming methods.

About the Role

The Processing Manager (PM) coordinates the movement of large-scale inputs and outputs through Blue Ocean’s fish processing operations, including harvested fish, packaging material, and other supplies. The PM is also responsible for collecting, analyzing, and sharing key management information about inventories and production outputs. The PM reports to the Director of Processing and works closely with members of the processing department as well as sales, accounting, and offshore teams.

Duties, Responsibilities, & Requisites

Production & Projects
• Develop and manage short- and long-term production plans to meet sales demand.
• Coordinate with sales and offshore teams on harvest activities.
• Maintain accurate inventory of fish, packaging, and materials throughout all facilities.
• Monitor packaging inventory, coordinate with purchasing, minimize loss, and support cost analysis.
• Ensure accurate data collection and reporting on processing metrics such as yield, weights, and packaging use.
• Contribute to budgets and performance reports, including yield and cost analyses.
• Collaborate with IT and contractors to plan and implement systems that support processing needs.
• Support special orders, departmental projects, and software/hardware initiatives.
• Oversee facility maintenance to ensure safe, clean, and compliant production environments.

Compliance
• Maintain the highest level of food safety, ensuring compliance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.
• Support implementation and maintenance of industry certifications, including ASC and BAP.
• Manage company compliance with permit and regulatory requirements related to processing.

Team
• Manage a processing team of 10 to 15 people in alignment with the established SOPs for facility organization, receiving, grading, cutting, packing, freezing, and sanitizing.
• Oversee and support Facilities Technician.
• Provide successful leadership and positive team member relations through effective planning, communication, coaching, training, and development.
• Ensure the team meets production & delivery performance objectives through planning, training, scheduling, and task assignments.
• Ensure SOPs are developed, maintained, and utilized.
• Develop and maintain a high performing team through hiring, training, conflict resolution, and other team member relations activities.
• Consistently comply with and enforce Company policies and procedures, including safety and biosecurity protocols.
• Promote a culture of safety, integrity, and excellence.

What You'll Bring
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings.
• Comfortable working in cold, wet environments.
• Strong written, verbal, and data management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and processing software.
• Knowledge of HACCP and ability to obtain certification.
• Food handler card or ability to obtain one.
• Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented with strong multitasking abilities.
• Adaptable to dynamic work environments.
• Able to sit at a computer for extended periods and lift up to 20 pounds regularly.

We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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.

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