Trident Seafoods · 6 hours ago
CHIEF ENGINEER NAKNEK SHOREPLANT
Naknek, AK
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expTrident Seafoods is the largest vertically integrated seafood harvesting and processing company in North America. The Chief Engineer will oversee all daily engineering, repairs and maintenance functions of AK shore facilities, ensuring efficient and effective plant operations according to established procedures.
Food and Beverage
Responsibilities
Directs and oversees the functionality and safety of the facility, including the physical buildings, mechanical equipment, electrical/heating/cooling/life/safety systems, industrial refrigeration and grounds in accordance with local, state and federal laws and regulations
Leads, manages and directs capital projects (e.g., shoreplant-based construction, installation and repair projects) including the scheduling, budgeting and compliance with license, permit and other applicable codes and regulations
Confers with management, finance and production staff to determine engineering feasibility and cost effectiveness of present or future projects
Oversees and establishes the performance and operation standards for all shoreside utilities. Resolves problems using solutions that involve appropriate techniques, technologies, or concepts
Directs and oversees required documentation for energy management, conservation, preventative maintenance and process safety management programs
Analyzes and leverages personnel needs to assist with short- and long-term projects
Oversees the design and implementation of training to ensure that all shoreplant engineering staff are properly trained, qualified and in compliance with regulatory training and/or regulatory certification requirements
Assesses capital projects requests and directs preparation of capital expenditure requests
Assesses assets and develops condition reports and estimated expenses for new plants. Assessments includes utilities, processing capabilities, equipment and docks
Manages and monitors the performance of teams to ensure they meet required standards and KPIs
Works with HR and local management to resolve personnel and performance issues and determine appropriate course of action
Ensures compliance to legal regulations and company policies
Acquires knowledge of Trident’s Environmental and Safety Policies by completing required training programs and performing designated work activities in accordance with training and procedures/work instructions
Notifies designated personnel of any environmental or safety incidents or risks not previously documented, in accordance with Environmental Awareness and/or safety trainings
Performs other or similar duties as requested
Qualification
Required
Minimum of eight (8) years related experience and/or training in the maritime or food manufacturing industry, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Comprehensive knowledge of industrial ammonia refrigeration required
Diesel power generation and electrical distribution systems experience
HS Diploma or equivalent
Incident command system 100/200 training
Must have ability to manage teams of employees
Preferred
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in Mechanical Engineering preferred; Electrical or Marine Engineering with experience may be substituted or equivalent Seafood or related industry experience preferred
Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator (CIRO) or Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator (CARO) certification, active status not required
EPA 608 universal certification
Certified Refrigeration Energy Specialist preferred. Continuing education is supported through Trident Seafoods for professional development and training
Benefits
Medical insurance coverage which is valid in the State of Alaska
Comprehensive and quality benefits package
Company
Trident Seafoods
Trident Seafoods is seafood company in the United States.
5001-10000 employees
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CEO
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