Chief Engineer Alaska Seafood Processing Facility (FP)
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19 days ago
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Job Summary
Summary
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.
Requirements
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 drivers 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.
Benefits
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 .
Required Skills:
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.
Required Education:
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.
