Assistant Plant Manager

ABOUT THE ROLE

As an Assistant Plant Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring efficient day-to-day operations at our seafood processing facility. You'll work closely with the Plant Manager and production team to maintain high-quality standards, optimize workflows, and lead production staff to meet business objectives. This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring proven seafood processing experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Support the Plant Manager and work closely with the Production Manager in overseeing daily production activities, ensuring operational efficiency and quality control.
• Plan and coordinate production schedules, balancing material availability and labor requirements.
• Optimize plant equipment and workforce utilization to increase production capacity and reduce costs.
• Collect, maintain, and analyze production data to improve efficiency and inform decision-making.
• Maintain high-quality standards while developing and implementing new processing procedures.
• Assist with logistics for all incoming and outgoing products to ensure smooth operations.
• Train, develop and collaborate with plant staff to build a strong and capable team.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and implement best practices to maintain a safe work environment.
• Troubleshoot operational challenges, proactively addressing issues to minimize downtime.
• Assist as needed by operating our forklifts both inside and outside our production and cold storage areas.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• Previous experience in seafood processing industry required.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills with the ability to motivate a team.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Experience with plant operations, or production scheduling.
• Knowledge of seafood safety regulations and processing best practices.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management abilities.
• Fluent English skills;
  fluency in Chinese, Japanese or Vietnamese is an asset.
• A proactive mindset and ability to work well with the team in a collaborative environment.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Competitive salary of $75k - $95k to reward your hard work and contributions.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits to prioritize you and your family's health.
• Opportunity for career growth within a well-established, industry-leading company.
• Deferred profit-sharing plan and performance-based bonus structure.
• A positive and collaborative work environment dedicated to health and safety.
• 2 weeks of vacation to help you recharge and achieve healthy work-life balance.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment that values expertise and hands-on leadership.

Job Type:
Full-time

Pay:
$75,000.00-$95,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Work Location:
In person