Lead Processing Technician

Blue Ocean Mariculture • Kailua, HI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Blue Ocean Mariculture is seeking a Lead Processing Technician to join their team. This role is crucial for maintaining the efficiency and quality of the Processing operation by collecting, compiling, and managing various data points, including wholesale and local order information, harvest data, pack data, and quality assurance documentation. The Lead Processing Technician will ensure all data is accurately entered and maintained in the database or software system and communicated effectively to team members. This position requires close collaboration with Processing Team Leads and Members to uphold departmental procedures, quality standards, production plans, and distribution requirements. The role reports to the Processing Manager.

Requirements

• Advanced skills in MS Excel and proficiency in other MS Office applications along with Google Suite.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including experience with senior managers.
• Ability to document daily tasks and effectively communicate work progress status.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in food handling or working in a food processing environment
• Knowledge of regulatory food safety and sanitation practices, including HACCP or similar protocols
• Candidates already residing in Hawaii

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations, including data collection, input, troubleshooting, and decision-making.
• Oversee wholesale boxing and distribution of whole and cut fish sales orders.
• Verify quality control standards at each production stage; complete check sheets and enter required data.
• Manage inventory using FIFO practices based on harvest dates.
• Coordinate with Sales to prioritize order fulfillment, customer preferences, and inventory allocation.
• Follow protocols for accurate use and tracking of packaging materials; conduct physical counts and submit inventory reports by deadline.
• Develop daily/weekly production schedules in coordination with the Processing Manager.
• Ensure timely and accurate entry of harvest data and proper labeling/placement of packing lists.
• Create and maintain spreadsheets to analyze production data and support business decisions.
• Perform data quality checks and confirm all outbound orders are labeled and organized for shipment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives (automation, quality control, facility upgrades, efficiency).
• Assist with implementation and follow-up of department changes and initiatives.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for assigned responsibilities.
• Work in refrigerated, freezer, and outdoor environments (as low as -10°F / -23°C) to include working in heat (temperatures in excess of 100°F/38°C), sunlight, rain, wind.

Benefits

• Health Insurance Plan with 85% company-paid premiums for you or your qualified family members (medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage with two different health carriers to choose from).
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with up to 4% company match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) with a starting accrual of four (4) weeks per year, increasing at three (3) and six (6) years of employment.
• Paid Community Service Hours up to 24 hours per year.
• Let's Eat Fish! allowance of up to $100 per month for Hawaiian Kanpachi.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed