Production Lead - Independence

Trident Seafoods

Tacoma, WA

Estimated pay: Est. $22–$33/hr (market estimate, not employer-stated)

Overview 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. Responsibilities Description: Assists in coordinating and monitoring activities of workers engaged in the production process by performing the following duties Essential Functions : Oversees section of production line pertaining to training, quality, workmanship, productivity, recovery, sanitation, safety and employee practices. Ensures proper use of protective gear, safe operation of machinery, and safe use of chemical cleaning agents. Reports continuing performance and attendance 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 workflow records. Assures compliance with all safety and production practices. Trains workers in equipment operation and in processing and safety procedures. Communicates with Supervisors, and other Lead personnel any problems or concerns. Performs activities of workers supervised. Additional Responsibilities : Performs other similar or related duties as requested or assigned. Assist in all loading and unloading operations at the start and end of all trips. Qualifications Education: One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Training/Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance. To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of email, spreadsheet software, word processing software and presentation software. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme cold. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Physical Demands: 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 sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must be able to climb or descend one or more set of steep stairs or vertical ladders both inside or outside in all weather conditions. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision and depth perception. May be required to distinguish shades of color to identify abnormalities and/or defects in food products. Mental Activities: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use teamwork skills. The employee will occasionally use interpersonal and customer service skills. Additional Information This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, including F-1 STEM-OPT authorization. Stay connected with Trident Seafoods online at www.tridentseafoods.com and follow us on Facebook , X , Instagram , Pinterest , YouTube or LinkedIn 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,