Processing & Distribution Assistant

bofish; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Plan with 85% company

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Community Service Hours

Let's Eat Fish! Kanpachi allowance

Job summary

Blue Ocean Mariculture seeks a dedicated Processing & Distribution Team Member to support daily operations in processing, packaging, storage, and delivery. You will help ensure products meet quality and food safety standards while adhering to biosecurity procedures.

We value dependable, safety-focused individuals who can work independently or in teams in a fast-paced environment and occasional deep freezer work as required.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to follow safety, biosecurity, and food safety procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Forklift and Gradall operation certification/training required.

Responsibilities

• Process, pack, label and prepare product according to standards.
• Receive, handle, store, move, and deliver products and inventory.
• Prepare customer orders for shipment and delivery with accurate records.
• Operate company vehicles and equipment following training.
• Assist with inventory counts and tracking.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Organization

Communication

Math proficiency

Lift heavy loads

Tools

Forklift certification

Gradall certification

Job description

Preference will be given to candidates already residing in Hawaii. There is no relocation reimbursement available for this position.

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.

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. Join us and make a positive impact on the world!

Benefits We Offer

• Health Insurance Plan with 85% company-paid premiums for just you or your qualified family members. Blue Ocean offers medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage with two different health carriers to choose from.
  
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with up to 4% company match with a plethora of self-directed investment allocations so you choose how your contributions are invested.
  
• Paid Time Off (PTO) with a starting accrual of four (4) weeks per year (160 hours), increasing at three (3) years and six (6) years of working with Blue Ocean.
• Paid Community Service Hours up to 24 hours per year through independent volunteering or with Blue Ocean group activities.
• Let's Eat Fish! allowance of up to $100 per month (you can order weekly) of Hawaiian Kanpachi in either whole fish, filets, or Kanpachi collars.

About the Role

The Processing & Distribution Team Member supports the daily operations of the Processing Department through the safe handling, processing, packaging, storage, delivery and movement of product, materials, and supplies. This position assists with a variety of processing and distribution activities to ensure our product is prepared, handled, and delivered in accordance with company quality, food safety, biosecurity, and customer service standards.

The Processing & Distribution Team Member must be dependable, safety-focused, and able to work both independently and as a part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Process, pack, label and prepare product according to company quality standards and customer requirements.
• Receive, handle, store, move, and deliver products, materials, supplies, and inventory in accordance with established procedures.
• Prepare customer orders for shipment and delivery maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Operate company vehicles, forklift, and other equipment following required training and certification.
• Assist with inventory counts and inventory tracking activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area, equipment, vehicle, storage, etc.
• Follow all company safety, food safety, quality assurance, biosecurity, and cold-chain procedures.
• Communicate operations, equipment , inventory, or product concerns to the manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of processing and distribution operations.

What You'll Bring

• Valid driver's license and 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 mutiple tasks as 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 attention to detail.
• Must have basic math proficiency.
• Must be able to bend, stand, walk, kneel and lift up to:
  • 20lbs consistently
  • 40lbs frequently
  • 50lbs 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.

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

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.