SUMMARY:

Responsible for the upkeep and repair of the facility’s half pound can line machinery; including (2) Continental 2000 series Closetech seamers, Canco Highspeeed Fillers, Thermal Ramsey checkweighers, and Canalyzer dud detectors. The Can Line Machinist also plays an integral role in assisting the QA department monitor product safety. This position is seasonal and generally runs between Late April – August with opportunity for off-season work in the Seattle area. Reports to the Cannery Foreman.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Able to commit to working late April through the end of August.
• Maintenance and repair of the cannery’s two half pound can lines including all processing machinery between fish house and retorts.
• Pre and post season maintenance as required to ensure smooth start-ups.
• Close cooperation with the other cannery departments to provide a continuous flow of product through the plant.
• Close cooperation with the cannery’s QA department to ensure seam integrities are consistently being met.
• Post season ordering of parts and supplies.
• Prompt and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Must always be professional and represent OBI Seafoods with the highest standards.
• Must be able to work well with fellow employees and cooperate with other departments.
• Must have the ability to work well under pressure, 12 or more hours per day, 7 days per week.
• Must be willing and able to live and work in confined quarters in a multi-cultural environment.
• An enthusiasm to assist in other cannery projects and grow with the facility.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills a necessity.
• Previous experience with the above mentioned can line equipment helpful, seamer experience required.
• Knowledge of double seam integrity, including defects, and understanding of can manufacturing specifications required.
• General knowledge of maintenance, welding, electrical, machine milling, and plumbing.
• Working knowledge of the seafood industry helpful.

COMPENSATION:

• Pay rate depends on experience. This is an hourly position that is eligible for overtime pay. In Alaska, overtime is one and one-half times the regular hourly rate and is paid for hours worked over 8 hours in a day and after 40 hours are worked in a week.
• Room and Board Included.
• Excellent benefits available, including medical, dental, prescription, vision plans, and 401(k) retirement plan.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

• Work involves daily exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, humidity, darkness, and/or noise.
• Work environment involves daily exposure to physical risks, such as working around mechanical, chemical, and electrical hazards.
• Position requires the ability to stand, sit at a desk, walking around office and plant, lifting, and carrying packages up to 50 pounds, utilizing fine dexterity. Requires reaching, kneeling, crawling, and twisting to inspect equipment. Also requires the ability to see, hear, and communicate with associates as well as others by utilizing professional etiquette.
• Personal protective equipment, as defined by OBI Seafoods, will be provided.
• Position will be exposed to different levels of stress and responsibilities.

Expectations:

• Will demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the Company’s Core Values in People, Quality and Growth.

This job description in no way implies that the duties listed here are the only ones the employee can be required to perform. The employee is expected to perform other tasks, duties, and training as assigned.

OBI Seafoods is an equal opportunity employer and provides for the recruitment, hiring, and promotion of women, handicapped persons, Disabled, Veterans, and members of all ethnic minority groups in all areas of work.

OBI Seafoods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/AA M/F/VETS/DISABILITY