Senior Hatchery Manager

At Pacific Seafood, we do more than just provide the world with the healthiest proteins on the planet. We are an excellence-driven organization committed to being the brand of choice in the marketplace and the employer of choice in the community.  We believe in servant leadership, investing in our team members, and rewarding performance.  We live by the core values of our Diamond Philosophy: Quality, Teamwork, Productivity, and Excellence—which means consistently doing your best and always striving to do better.

Summary: 

The Senior Hatchery Manager leads operations at the company’s Quilcene Hatchery. This role is ideal for accomplished shellfish hatchery professionals with a strategic mindset who can effectively communicate and execute the vision, develop, and grow a team, and sustainably and consistently grow and improve the business year after year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the shellfish hatchery and related operations in Quilcene, WA. Supervise and develop the local team to drive operational results and continual improvement.
• Develop and execute annual production targets for oysters (single seed and bags) and clams to meet the needs of farming and sales. Oversee algae growth, water quality, spawning, and larvae production as well as increasing spat count. Manage diploid and triploid production and ensure proper husbandry and growth cycles.
• Develop and execute the annual operating budget. Manage labor and other expenses to meet or exceed budget. Closely track inventory costing to ensure financial performance through the growth cycle. Ensure a strong commitment to financial and budgetary programs, ensuring alignment with overall company objectives.
• Manage third party sourcing and sales of seed and cultch, as needed.
• Ensure the facility and equipment are safe and well maintained. Ensure all permitting and regulatory standards are met.

• Maintain detailed records of all live and non-live inventory levels, addressing challenges related to environment, internal operations, procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure all four departments: algae, larvae, setting and single seed are working in collaboration toward overall operational success.
• Assess demands for 3rd party sales and work to meet both internal and external customer needs.
• Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of facilities.
• Ensure A/P and A/R are staying current and accurate.
• Collaborate with R&D Team to push ahead with projects that will improve the operation.

3. Team Leadership, Development, and Safety:

• Build and train a team of supervisors to carry out the goals and objectives of the operating group, fostering a culture of trust and high performance.
• Ensure safety at each location, concentrating on training and safety awareness for all leaders and their teams.
• Oversee and support team meetings with supervisors from each department to ensure alignment and effective communication.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to implement policies that are fair and equitable, enhancing workplace culture and employee satisfaction.
• Oversee comprehensive training programs through Pacific University, ensuring backup training for each department and adherence to company hiring and disciplinary procedures.
• In conjunction with HR, ensure hiring, screening, onboarding, and orientation processes are observed at all locations in accordance with Pacific Seafood policy. Additionally, work with regional recruiter and HR on turnover metrics, optimal staffing levels, and hiring opportunities to increase team efficiencies.

4. OpCo Management and Strategic Collaboration:

• Participate in weekly and period end financial reviews and strategy meetings. Review and analyze budget and financials, approving farming, cap ex, and accounts payable as needed.
• Collaborate with operating group leadership on yield and process improvements to enhance production efficiency and product quality. Help drive sales growth.
• Support management alignment through weekly meetings, collaborating on long-term R&D with the support office and sales team, and developing professional networks in the seafood industry.
• Develop and foster a culture of continuous operational improvement, focusing on productivity, efficiency, yields, and expansion

What You Bring to Pacific Seafood:

Required:

• 5 years of shellfish hatchery experience.
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• Power BI Experience.
• Must be able to travel 10% of the time or more, as required.

Preferred:

• 5 years of shellfish hatchery management experience
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Prior shellfish production or laboratory experience
• Extensive experience in operations management with specific expertise in shellfish farming

Total compensation:

At Pacific Seafood your base wage is only a portion of your overall compensation package. We invest in our Team Members through a comprehensive and attractive total rewards package, including but not limited to:

• Health insurance benefits options, including medical, prescription, vision, dental, basic group life and short term disability
• Flexible spending accounts for health flex and dependent care expenses
• 401(k) Retirement Plan options with generous annual company profit sharing match
• Paid time off for all regular FT team members, to include sick days, paid holidays, vacation and personal time
• Employee Assistance Program- Confidential professional counseling, financial, and legal assistance provided at no charge to Team Members and immediate family members
• Product purchase program

Pacific Seafood is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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