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Vessel Human Resources Manager

American Seafoods
Seattle, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/1/2026

Duties and Responsibilities


  • Oversee communication and information dissemination to vessel crew related to benefits available to Develop and execute fleet-wide communication initiatives on important company initiatives
  • Develop and then assist with implementation of improved performance management processes across all jobs on the vessel
  • Enhance efforts to provide timely and useful information to the crew on all benefit matters
  • Conduct regular audits of all areas of responsibility
  • Establish and execute KPI for crew readiness: coordination, documentation, information and process flows
  • Create crew engagement initiatives that can be rolled out on fleet and vessel level for all crew
  • Manage HR aspects of crew-up, rotations, vessel staffing, crew compensation, and vessel returns
  • Manage workplace investigations as needed and assist in claims/injury investigations
  • Manage retention and turnover on assigned vessels
  • Partner with the Claims Department in managing and mitigating claims

Job Interdependencies


In order to be successful, the employee in this job will need to depend on, work closely with and partner with a number of others in the office and the vessels. These interdependencies include:

  • Various members of the Operations Department
  • Various members of the Purchasing Department
  • Various members of the QA Department
  • HR Department
  • Payroll Department
  • Various members of the Accounting Department
  • Vessel crew

Competencies/Skills Required


  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a dynamic and ever changing environment
  • The capacity to build strong, trusting professional relationships with vessel crew while ensuring the policies and needs of the company are met
  • Able to communicate effectively with all levels in the company from management to unskilled labor
  • Knowledgeable and up-to-date in federal, state and local employment law
  • Proven investigative experience and techniques
  • Up-to-date knowledge of CIS, USCG, OSHA and DOT rules and regulations
  • Understanding of the fishing industry from an operational standpoint
  • Must be able to prioritize projects to meet critical deadlines
  • Strong computer skills and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Knowledgeable about data base systems or HRIS
  • Proficient in written and verbal communication
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Understanding of tactical and strategic HR functions and processes
  • Credibility in honoring commitments and treating all situations fairly and with sensitivity
  • Sensitivity to cultural differences present in a diverse workforce
  • Ability to work outside of normal business hours as needed

Education/Experience Required


Minimum six years of progressive human resource experience in a manufacturing environment

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or equivalent work experience

Supervisory experience desired


Work Schedule


Anticipated hours are:

Monday – Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM Hybrid Optional

Salary Range $95,000 - $130,000 DOE

Benefits: Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, Life insurance, Accidental Death and Disability coverage, company paid Family/Medical Leave, Long-term Disability, generous commute subsidy, 401K plan with employer match, paid time off, 12 company holidays and annual bonus opportunity.

Extended hours and weekend work will be required to respond to vessel inquiries and assistance.

Occasional travel to Alaska


Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Salary : $95,000 - $130,000

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