Raizan Solutions LLC · 4 days ago
Director of Manufacturing Engineering – Seafood Processing Operations
Alaska, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$190K/yr - $220K/yr
10+ years expRaizan Solutions LLC is seeking a Director of Manufacturing Engineering to oversee teams maintaining processing equipment in Alaska shoreplants and vessels. This role involves managing engineering performance, equipment reliability, and manufacturing efficiency across multiple locations including Seattle, Tacoma, and Alaska.
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Hiring Manager
Yuna Nour
Responsibilities
Identifies capital project needs and prepares assessments on resource needs and capital requirements
Creates business cases to support projects that include ROI, gap analysis, and risk assessment
Works closely with the Capital Projects team to develop implementation plans
Participates in cross-functional teams as a technical expert to support implementation of large-scale capital projects
Develops and oversees the maintenance and preventative maintenance programs
Works with production teams to ensure maintenance schedules support production needs
Establishes, prepares, and maintains policies and procedures related to maintenance of equipment
Develops, implements, and oversees key metrics that drive productivity, including but not limited to:
Consistent fish sizing
Machine yield
Down-time reduction
Effective preventative maintenance spending
Improved automation (headcount reduction)
Directs and oversees installation of new equipment and enhancements as needed
Sets and communicates goals and objectives for Engineering teams to align with company strategic goals
Develops and maintains a culture of continuous improvement through TWOW and other company initiatives
Works with HR to conduct needs analyses to review and right-size positions and structure in each location
Creates and oversees rotation plans for engineering team employees
Oversees transfer and utilization of personnel across locations to maximize labor efficiency
Acquires knowledge of 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 safety trainings
Travels to Alaska as needed (35–50%), sometimes on short notice
Qualification
Required
10+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, including preventative maintenance, automation, and conveyance systems
Hands-on experience supporting, maintaining, and optimizing Baader, Toyo, and/or Raiko processing equipment in high-volume seafood operations
Proven ownership of major capital (CAPEX) projects, including ROI, gap analysis, risk assessment, and implementation
Proven experience managing engineering teams across multiple locations
Direct involvement in capital project planning, including ROI, gap analysis, and risk assessment
Ability to travel extensively (35–50%), including remote Alaska locations
Experience supporting high-throughput food or seafood processing operations
Willingness to work onsite in Anchorage when not traveling (remote work possible on Fridays)
Prior work experience directly managing a team
Experience successfully completing ROI, gap analysis, capital planning, and risk assessment for major capital projects
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
Direct experience in Alaska fisheries
Company
Raizan Solutions LLC
Raizan Solutions is a full-service staffing/placement firm working with dental practices and medical professionals mainly in the Oakland and Macomb County of the State of Michigan.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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