Factory Processor
Seattle, WA. (Headquarters) You do not need to relocate
Company Background: visit our website bristolwaveseafoods.com
Bristol Wave Seafoods, LLC currently operates eight catcher processor vessels using hook and line gear, primarily in the Bering Sea, and has been in business for over thirty years. Bristol Wave sells its harvest, primarily Pacific cod, black cod (sablefish) and Greenland turbot, on a worldwide basis. We are the largest freezer longline company in the United States resulting from the recent merger of Clipper Seafoods and Blue North Fisheries.
We currently freezer longline vessels using hook and line gear, primarily in the Bering Sea. We sell our harvest, primarily Pacific cod, black cod (sablefish) and Greenland turbot, on a worldwide basis. Our crew is responsible for the handling, panning and packing of all product.
General Information:
A career in the commercial fishing industry requires VIGOROUS and EXTREME PHYSICAL WORK; individuals who want to join the Bristol Wave Seafoods team need to be ready to handle 16 hour days, no days off and challenging work under TOOUGH conditions out on the BERING SEA. Fishermen at our company are also expected to bring with them a willingness to respect and work well with others in CLOSE conditions.
Our hiring process includes both a background screening and a mandatory pre-employment drug test. Applicants will be screened for criminal history on a case by case basis. Past convictions do not necessarily exclude a candidate from consideration in the hiring process. Applicants MUST pass a pre-employment drug test, and if hired will be subject to periodic random drug screening on the job.
Requirements:
Processors are responsible for the handling, panning and packing of all product. Although this is the starting point for people entering the commercial fishing industry, it is a DEMANDING, FAST PACED job which requires EXTREME PHYSICAL FITNESS and attention to detail.
Ability to properly separate and process all products while maintaining a high level of quality
Ability to package and store product quickly and efficiently
Ability to load and unload product
Ability to clean and bleed fish
Willingness to learn and be part of a team
YOU WILL BE TIRED and in PAIN (wrists, hands, forearm and back) THIS IS NOT FOR EVERYONE! visit our website before you apply.