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title: 'Fishmeal Technician at Glacier Fish'
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# Fishmeal Technician at Glacier Fish

- **Company:** Glacier Fish
- **Location:** Washington, DC
- **Employment:** contract
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2024-07-23
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/glacierfish/1fb648e5-4399-4e8d-9d75-f5547adeb1be

## Job description

North Star Fishing Company is dedicated to producing the highest quality frozen-at-sea groundfish products in the world. We accomplish our mission with a day-in-and-day-out commitment to quality, safety, consistent attention to detail and an on-going concern for the stability and health of the North Pacific fishery resource.

We are one of the largest producers of frozen at sea flatfish, cod, pollock and other groundfish, and distributes seafood throughout the world. We manage three trawl catcher-processor vessels that operate in the Bering Sea, Aleutian Islands, and the Gulf of Alaska. Come join us with one of the many exciting job opportunities available!

Looking for Fishmeal Technicians for our state of the art fishing trawler with highly automated factory, Rolls Royce power management system and electric deck equipment as well as Hedinn built Fishmeal Plant. Fishmeal Technicians are responsible for operating the fishmeal processing line, 14 hour shifts and reporting to the Chief Engineer.

Fishmeal Technicians are required to participate in all shipyard periods doing maintenance, installation and repairs as required. The amount of work may vary based on projects and time constraints.

A schedule for both fishing and shipyard must be worked out between Operators and provided to the Chief Engineer for approval. Any changes to the schedule must be approved by the Chief Engineer.

Duties and Responsibilities

- Monitors fishmeal/oil plant operation lines from the control room and processing area to ensure optimum utilization of the plant and quality of the fishmeal according to specifications.
- Adjusts pump speeds and auger speeds to safeguard product quality.
- Takes proper action to ensure equipment is operated correctly to produce the proper/required quality for fishmeal and fish oil as directed by Fishmeal Manager.
- Ensures fishmeal/oil plant equipment is maintained and operated according to manufacturer’s recommendation at all times.  Equipment includes pumps, motors, decanters, dryers, screw press and evaporators as well as electronic control panels.
- Ensures compliance with applicable sections of the Safety Management System. Is knowledgeable and conversant on applicable company operating and safety policies and procedures.
- Performs moisture analysis tests on fishmeal and reports findings as appropriate.
- Demonstrates competence, knowledge and understanding of steam systems.
- Surveys amount of raw materials in silos to confirm correct flow into plant.
- Supervises the startup and shut down of process line machinery to ensure compliance.
- Participates in daily maintenance tasks as well as performs maintenance on the plant during shipyard.
- Provides fishmeal and oil production and quality reports per company requirements.

## Skills and Abilities Required

- Must have basic mechanical skills to perform maintenance and repair of equipment
- Must possess an understanding of meal and oil plant operation and production
- Must follow all company, OSHA and vessel safety guidelines
- Must possess the ability to stand on their feet for extended periods of time where physical work may be required, including lifting items of up to 50+ lbs.
- Must be able to work independently and efficiently in a timely manner; a self-starter who is motivated and able to meet operation deadlines.
- Knowledge of fishmeal equipment, machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance preferred.
- Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of fishmeal and fish oil preferred.
- Proficient computer skills including MS Suite.
- Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and percentages.
- Able to communicate effective in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to effectively troubleshoot equipment or process failures and apply solutions.

## Qualifications

- 1+ year of experience as a Fishmeal Technician on a vessel or in shore based fishmeal plant preferred.
- 1+ year of experience directing and training a crew.
- 2-3 years’ experience operating machinery in an industrial or manufacturing setting.

## Benefits

- Free Room and Board
- Eligible for 401K
- Health/Dental benefits once eligibility requirements are met
- Crew Share based

North Star Fishing Company are Equal Opportunity Employers - Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.

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In addition, you understand that any offer of employment will be contingent upon our verifying your employment eligibility as required by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT, IF HIRED, MY EMPLOYMENT IS FOR NO DEFINITE PERIOD AND MAY, REGARDLESS OF THE DATE OF PAYMENT OF MY WAGES AND SALARY, BE TERMINATED AT ANY TIME WITHOUT ANY PRIOR NOTICE.

## About Glacier Fish

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Glacier Fish Company is a privately held, family-founded seafood company specializing in the harvest and processing of frozen-at-sea groundfish, operating a fleet of catcher-processor vessels in the Bering Sea and off the U.S. Pacific coast.
- **Entity Type**: Private (founded 1982; not publicly traded)
- **Headquarters**: Seattle, Washington, USA
- **Founded**: 1982
- **Founders**: Erik Breivik (along with several other fishing families)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Fisheries – commercial fishing and onboard processing of groundfish (Alaska Pollock, Pacific Cod, Pacific Whiting/Hake).
- **Target customers**: B2B – global seafood distributors, quick-service restaurant chains, frozen food manufacturers, and retail packaged goods companies.
- **Mission**: “Dedicated to producing the highest quality frozen-at-sea groundfish products in the world” – with a commitment to sustainability and the health of the North Pacific fishery resource.

## Products & Services
- **Frozen-at-Sea Fillets & Blocks**: High-quality fillet blocks, shatter pack fillets, IQF fillets, and mince used in fish sticks, sandwiches, and other value-added products.
- **Surimi**: Processed fish protein used in imitation crab and other seafood analogs.
- **Head & Gut (H&G) Products**: Whole fish headed and gutted for further processing onshore.
- **Fishmeal & Fish Oil**: Produced from processing waste, supplying animal feed and omega-3 oil markets.
- **Vessel Management**: Full management of four additional vessels under North Star Fishing Company (Arica, Cape Horn, Rebecca Irene, Unimak).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed.
- **Key Metric**: Private company; annual revenue not disclosed. Total funding rounds not applicable. Employee count (HQ) approx. 29 (LinkedIn, +10% YoY).
- **Notable Investors / Partners**:
  - Nippon Suisan USA, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Nippon Suisan Kaisha, one of the world’s largest marine products companies) – minority partner.
  - Norton Sound Economic Development Corporation (NSEDC) – 50% partner since 1998, representing 15 Alaska Native communities.
- **Growth Signals**: Acquired competitor Alaska Ocean Seafood in 2008, doubling quota holdings and adding the flagship vessel Alaska Ocean. Upgraded fishmeal production plant to process 40 metric tons fishmeal + 8,000 gallons fish oil per day. Long-standing, uninterrupted harvesting relationship with NSEDC. Many crew members have 20+ years tenure.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Vertical Integration**: Full control from catch to frozen-at-sea processing, ensuring product quality and supply chain reliability.
- **Quota Ownership**: Holds substantial fishing quota shares in the rationalized Alaska Pollock fishery, providing a stable, long-term resource base.
- **Large, Modern Fleet**: The Alaska Ocean is one of the world’s largest catcher-processors, capable of freezing over 220 metric tons per day. Both vessels are equipped with Starlink internet for crew connectivity.
- **Strategic Partnerships**: Deep relationships with NSEDC (community development) and Nippon Suisan (global distribution and capital) create a strong competitive moat.
- **Sustainability & Legacy**: 30+ years of sustainable fishing practices, with the Alaska Ocean featured in the Smithsonian National Museum of American History and on the History Channel’s Modern Marvels.

## Strategic Focus
- Continue to operate and optimize the current fleet of catcher-processors, maintaining high-quality frozen-at-sea production.
- Strengthen partnerships with NSEDC and Nippon Suisan while exploring further long-term cooperative agreements.
- Sustain and improve environmental stewardship, including full utilization of fish waste for fishmeal and fish oil.
- Develop next-generation leadership (CEO Michael Breivik, son of founder) to carry forward the company’s core operating principles.

## Why Work Here
- **Work Environment**: Onboard a factory trawler in the Bering Sea – physically demanding, wet, cold, with 16-hour shifts, 7 days a week for 2–4 months at a time. Crew-share pay (percentage of the vessel’s catch) provides strong earning potential linked to performance.
- **Benefits**: Health, vision, and dental insurance for crew and family; 401(k) with company match; employee assistance program; company-provided training; room and meals onboard; Starlink Wi-Fi/email access.
- **Career Progression**: Opportunity to start in entry-level roles (deck, factory, galley) and advance to higher-paying positions (engineer, officer, cook). Many crew members stay for 20+ years.
- **Culture**: Emphasis on teamwork, safety, and self-discipline. Zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy. Equal opportunity employer. The company values its diverse and talented crew as its greatest asset.
- **Remote/Hybrid Policy**: Not applicable – all crew positions are at sea. HQ roles in Seattle are likely office-based.
- **Vessel Departments**: Wheelhouse (Captain, Mates, Purser), Engineering (Chief, Assistant, Oilers), Deck (Deckhands), Galley (Steward, Cook, Housekeeper), Factory (Processing staff).

## Sources
1. [glacierfish.com/about](http://www.glacierfish.com/about/)
2. [glacierfish.com/employment](http://www.glacierfish.com/employment/)
3. [linkedin.com/company/glacierfishcompany](https://www.linkedin.com/company/glacierfishcompany)
4. [jobs.lever.co/glacierfish](https://jobs.lever.co/glacierfish)
5. [glacierfishcareers.multiscreensite.com](https://glacierfishcareers.multiscreensite.com/)

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