Job Description

As the Chief Engineer, you will be a vital member at one of our Alaskan processing facilities while assessing plant wide maintenance needs and recommending changes, plan and schedule preventative maintenance as well as manage and instruct department heads and employees in multiple departments in maintenance procedures and techniques. As the Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for managing personnel in maintaining multiple systems of NH3 (anhydrous ammonia), R22(HCFC), R404A(HFC), R507(HFC), R134A(HFC) and other refrigerants as encountered in the facility and on fishing vessels.

Essential Functions/Qualifications

The responsibilities of the position include the following:

• Work closely with Plant & Production Manager to maintain safe and efficient production speeds and processes.
• Manage engineering and maintenance department heads and employees to facilitate efficient production processes and minimize downtime.
• Lead engineering and maintenance personnel in troubleshooting and repairing equipment and machinery in multiple departments during a crisis, emergency and/or downtime.
• Lead engineering and maintenance personnel during day-to-day production processes while in production and during the off-season.
• Coordinate the changes and modifications to facilities equipment either on the fly as needed during production or during downtime.
• Identify dangers and help prevent accidents, in addition to explaining and enforcing company policy and general safety practices.
• Take part in the organization of the emergency response team, supervision of the safe evacuation process.
• Coordinate and oversee all engineering and maintenance departments during production, including assigning personnel to areas and shifts and scheduling maintenance and repairs.
• Coordinate proper and up to date inventory of parts, tools and other maintenance supplies.
• Review all the orders of parts and tools submitted by the maintenance department heads, assuring accuracy of all their specifications and assembly.
• Complete and fulfill paperwork required for material orders and time sheets.
• Perform cost benefit analysis on purchases and process changes.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain respectful and professional relationships with other employees and service providers in a stressful environment.
• Other duties as assigned to ensure the facility and organization is fully supported and successful.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following functional and interpersonal competencies:

Functional

• Mechanical Expertise: Deep understanding of refrigeration, electrical, and production equipment.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to diagnose and repair complex equipment.
• Electrical Knowledge: Familiarity with components, controls, safety regulations, and code compliance.
• Blueprint Reading: Proficiency in reading and understanding P&ID diagrams, electrical blueprints, and circuit diagrams.

Interpersonal

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with a team and build relationships with internal and external customers.
• Leadership: Ability to set an example and inspire confidence in others.
• Integrity: Demonstrates honesty, reliability, and fairness in all interactions.
• Safety Awareness: Knowledge of OSHA regulations, PSM, and RPM compliance.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a demanding and challenging environment.
• Initiative: Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 5 years related documentable experience operating and managing a production facility.
• Highly experienced in multiple Engineering skills, including general knowledge of Millwright, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Electrical, Electrical Control, PLC, IT, Plumbing, Refrigeration, Diesel Engines, Rolling Stock, Inventory, Building Maintenance, General Construction, Fabricating and Welding Processes.
• Knowledge of industrial machine and facilities maintenance and repair, as necessary.
• Skills and extensive knowledge and experience in refrigeration theory, operation, and maintenance, troubleshooting and repair on both low temperature and RSW systems.
• Project research, project planning, project design, project implementation and project parts ordering.
• Experience with driven machinery certifications such as a forklift, expeditor truck, or flatbed truck which requires a valid driver’s license.
• Previous experience in seafood industry or manufacturing not required but preferred.

Work Environment and Schedule

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. Position requires onsite presence at one of our Alaska processing facilities, and the ability to travel, including at times in remote locations.

Physical Demands

The Chief Engineer must be capable of working consecutive, long and variable work shifts for extended periods of time. Shifts typically range from 12 to 16 hours per day with periodic breaks depending on work demands. The work is strenuous and sometimes hazardous due to exposure to operating machinery, mechanical parts, fumes, chemicals, pressurized fluids, vibration and with the vessel operating under all types of weather conditions including extreme cold. This means standing, walking and maintaining balance in rough seas or other types of weather.

Both hands must be capable of grabbing, holding or gripping rope, rails, equipment and vessel structures for frequent periods of time. Forceful grasping along with repetitive finger and hand use is occasional. Applicants must be able to climb up and down, safely ascend and descend ladders, work in small and confined spaces, and pass all safety test requirements.

Mental Activities

The employee is frequently required to set an example by consistently modeling high standards of honesty and integrity. Presentation and sharing of information should be handled in a direct, appropriate, and helpful manner. Maintains a reputation for honesty, confidentiality, reliability, and fairness. Is willing to admit mistakes and does not misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. Performs work with energy and drive; values planning, but will take quick, decisive action when an opportunity presents itself.

Silver Bay Benefits and Perks

Benefits and Perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Silver Bay and the state where you work.

• Health Insurance: Employees, as well as their families, are eligible for health benefits that include medical, dental and vision benefits. Employees are also eligible for basic life insurance, long-term disability, as well as voluntary life insurance benefits for them and their families.
• Employee Assistance Program: Available for employees and their families.
• Retirement Plan: Employees are eligible for the Silver Bay Seafoods safe harbor retirement 401(k) plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays : Employees are eligible for Paid Time Off (PTO) plan benefits which start at 3 weeks a year, go up based on years of service, and receive 8 paid holidays each year.
• Other Compensation: Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Silver Bay Seafoods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to humanresources@silverbayseafoods.com

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