Processing Manager

Are you a hands-on, experienced operations professional with a passion for food production, quality, and team leadership? At The Kingfish Company, we produce premium Yellowtail Kingfish in a sustainable and innovative way. To support our continued growth, we are looking for an Processing Manager who will be responsible for the optimal performance of our processing department. In this key role, you will ensure that our products meet the highest standards of food safety, quality, and traceability, while organizing daily operations efficiently and with a future-focused mindset. What will you do? As Processing Manager , you will be responsible for the daily management and optimization of all processing activities at our production facility in Kats. Operations & Production Coordinate the daily processing of our fish, from harvest through packaging and storage. Optimize production planning based on harvest schedules and customer demand. Manage outsourced processing activities and maintain relationships with suppliers. Monitor yield, capacity, quality, and the efficient use of people and resources. Track and analyze KPIs such as throughput, yield, product quality, and downtime. Food Safety & Compliance Ensure compliance with food safety standards and applicable legislation. Collaborate with the Quality department to maintain and further develop the Food Safety Management System (FSMS). Lead internal and external audits and certification processes. Ensure optimal traceability, documentation, and recall procedures. Oversee compliance with hygiene and sanitation procedures. Quality Ensure products meet internal quality standards and customer requirements. Work closely with QA/QC teams to continuously improve product quality and shelf life. Investigate deviations and implement corrective actions. Foster a strong quality culture throughout the team. Leadership Lead supervisors and operators within the processing department (approximately 20 FTE). Coach, develop, and motivate employees. Manage training, competency development, and performance management. Further develop a culture of ownership, safety, and continuous improvement. Health, Safety & Environment Ensure a safe working environment. Lead risk assessments and follow up on improvement actions. Coordinate incident investigations. Support sustainability initiatives focused on waste reduction and energy efficiency. Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities for improvement and develop and implement process enhancements. Support investments in new equipment and technologies. Participate in cross-functional projects. Apply Lean and continuous improvement methodologies.