Red Cliff Fish Company Production Assistant

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa; Red Cliff (WI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Cliff Fish Company in Red Cliff, WI, is seeking a Production Assistant for a full-time seasonal LTE role. You will be trained across the full fish harvest and processing cycle, including floor operations, packaging, and distribution, with emphasis on safety and quality control.

The position requires willingness to learn, adherence to SOPs and HACCP standards, and the ability to lift up to 100 lbs. Compensation ranges from $17.50 to $20.00 per hour, with up to 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School diploma, HSED or GED preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing in a food processing environment or comparable experience preferred.
• Prior fish production experience preferred.
• Prior retail and/or customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety regulations and SOPs under supervision.
• Learn safety regulations, SOPs, and HACCP requirements.
• Complete HACCP certification if directed; training opportunities provided.
• Perform fish intake: inspect, weigh, and sort fish per quality standards.
• Handle fish processing steps including boxing, filleting and packaging.
• Operate equipment to dress, scale, filet, transport, and pack fish.
• Prepare products for shipment: packaging, palletization, and labeling.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Fish production experience

Retail/customer service experience

Willingness to learn

Ability to follow safety procedures

Education

High School diploma / GED / HSED

Job description

JOBDESCRIPTION

POSITION: Red Cliff Fish Company Production Assistant

LOCATION: RedCliffFish Company

SALARY: $17.50-$20.00/hour, commensurate with experience, up to 40 hours/week

SUPERVISOR(S): Red Cliff Fish Company Business Manager and Production Associate(s)

THIS IS A FULL-TIME SEASONAL LIMITED TERM NON-EXEMPT (LTE) POSITION.

JOB SUMMARY: The Red Cliff Fish Company (RCFC) is a Tribally owned and operated company dedicated to providing the healthiest protein on the planet. Our business model allows us to manage all parts of the supply chain from harvesting and fishing to processing, shipping, and distribution, to provide customers with fresh, sustainable, high-quality products. The Red Cliff Fish Company offers the opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives and work with our sustainable resources to provide healthy products to consumers worldwide. The Production Assistant will be trained and educated regarding the schedule, operation, and maintenance of RCFC’s overall operation. As a member of the RCFC team, the Production Assistant will be trained in the full cycle of fish harvest and processing including production floor operations, processing and delivery of fish product to the end user.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. All duties and responsibilities are to be completed adhering to all safety regulations, according to directions from Production Associate(s) or the Business Manager and in accordance with Fish Company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
2. Review, learn and become knowledgeable of Red Cliff Fish Company safety regulations, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) requirements.
3. Complete HACCP certification if directed by Business Manager. (Opportunity to achieve certification will be provided during work time if a training opportunity is available during period of employment).
4. Complete fish intake – inspecting, weighing and sorting/grading fish according to category and quality control protocol standards.
5. Execute fish handling process and procedures including, but not limited to toting, boxing, filleting, and packaging.
6. Utilize all equipment and machinery to process (dress, scale and filet), transport and package fish in accordance with all safety requirements and SOPs.
7. Complete preparation for shipment/delivery of products (packaging, palletization, packing slips, bill of ladings, etc.).
8. Appropriately complete packaging and labelling of products.
9. Complete preparation of products for smoking, vacuum packing and other product processing (fish dips, etc.).
10. Execute appropriate handling, staging and transport of Fish Co. production by-product for composting or other processing.
11. Complete inventory management procedures and documentation.
12. Daily preparation of supplies, packaging and equipment.
13. Daily, weekly, monthly and as-needed sanitation, facility maintenance and groundskeeping. Includes, but not limited to, cleaning, disinfecting, sweeping, mopping, snow clearing, ice mitigation.
14. Execute Fish Co. retail storefront procedures including, but not limited to, stocking and inventory management, merchandising, Point of Sale operation, customer service, transaction processing in accordance with Fish Company Cash Handling Policy and other SOPs.
15. Responsible for assuring quality of products at all levels; ensuring proper labeling of products along the production pathway; Ensures proper inventory and stocking of storefront; responsible for cleaning and appearance/presentation of merchandise in storefront
16. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY: None

KNOWLEDGE

1. Strong desire to learn and be taught about fish processing, Red Cliff Fish Co. and trap net boat operations.
2. Ability to adhere to company deadlines, standards, and directions.
3. Strong desire to learn and be taught about equipment in the facility.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
5. Ability to think critically and problem solve in a dynamic environment.
6. Strong judgement and decision-making skills.
7. Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
8. Possess the discipline to monitor progress consistently and stick to priorities when prudent or adjust the plans when appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must be 18 years of age or older.
2. High School diploma, HSED or GED, preferred.
3. Experience in manufacturing in a food processing environment or comparable experience preferred.
4. Prior fish production experience preferred.
5. Prior retail and/or customer service experience preferred.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Daily contact with Red Cliff Fish Company staff, Treaty Natural Resources Division staff, vendors, customers, and fishermen.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Frequently and regularly required using the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Must be able to stand on feet for long periods of time in cold temperatures. Be able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information in person. Average visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect product or prepare machinery. Standing and walking 90% of the time. Role requires significant exertion and the ability to handle, lift, and perform maneuvers of weights up to 100 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Fish Plant with cold temperatures. Work setting must be maintained as a clean, nonsmoking, well-ventilated area in compliance with all applicable safety regulations. All tribal buildings are smoke-free.

TRAVEL: None

BEHAVIOR AND ATTITUDE: The vision, goals and objectives of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa requires that the employee performs in both a professional and personable manner. The manner in which the employee relates to fellow employees, customers and visitors is considered parallel in importance to technical knowledge and ability. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each customer, visitor and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance. Any behavior or attitude that tarnishes the name or image of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa will be subject to immediate disciplinary action up to and including termination. Additionally, staff are expected to be reliable and timely, reporting to work and completing shifts in entirety as scheduled.

Indian preference will be applied in the case of equally qualified applicants, but all qualified applicants will be considered.

This job description is subject to change at employer’s discretion, after consultation with the employee.

APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Completed Tribal Application, to include work history and references, available on the Tribal website.
2. Tribal Background Investigation Disclosure; available on the Tribal website or through the links provided below.
3. Consent to Release Liability and Reference Information Form; available on the Tribal website or through the links provided below.

Consent Form
Tribal Background Investigation Form

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa

Human Resources Department

88455 Pike Road

Bayfield, WI 54814

www.redcliff-nsn.gov

[e-mail]

[phone]

The Red Cliff Tribal Council has a Drug Free Work Place Policy and adheres to the intent of the Drug Free Work Place Act. All new hires are subject to a drug test prior to starting.

All applicants for employment with the Red Cliff Tribe will be subject to the background investigation and other requirements of RCCL Chapter 43, and are under a continuing obligation to supplement this application for employment with information concerning any convictions that occur after commencement of employment with the Tribe.