Hatchery Production Lead
Posted 25 days ago
Hatchery Production Lead
Smoke In Chimneys - Virginia (New Castle)
Being 'Solution-oriented' is one of our main values here at Smoke In Chimneys. I'm looking for someone to be a leader here, really take pride in the product and what we are doing and take a leadership role in the production of our amazing products. If you are looking to do the bare minimum this is not your gig. We supply product to the best restaurants in the mid atlantic. Attention to detail and the ability to be thinking ahead and anticipating the next move or task is imperative. At its heart, this position is for someone who wants to learn what it takes to be an entrepreneur and start their own business OR someone who wants to learn how to run a successful farm business. Gutting, rinsing, and preparing fish for processing Managing a team on Monday to get orders processed Assisting or leading small projects regarding hatchery maintenance Smoking trout fillets for distribution Feeding and taking care of trout Cleaning shop + keeping up with inventory Pulling and sorting fish in ponds (regardless of weather) Performing general physical labor required for farm maintenance and production Assisting with deliveries to local restaurants, co-ops, and other clients Being a team player Self-starter + solution-oriented
Required Qualifications:
Experience: 2 years of work experience on a production-oriented farm or a small/family business (something outside of corporate America) with strong references. Personality: Type A personality, with a focus on detail, organization, and solutions. Physical Fitness: Able-bodied and capable of meeting the demands of physically-intensive labor. ?Ability to lift, pull, push 75 lbs. Must be dependable and self-motivated. Must be able to pass a drug test.? Ability to work in a burning hot or freezing cold environment Interest: Genuine interest in raising trout, helping run a small business, and collaborating with the restaurant industry. Energy: Ready to bring energy and keep pace in a dynamic, fast-moving environment. Time Commitment: Approximately 40 hours per week (this fluctuates with the season)- must have reliable transportation to and from work.