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title: 'Production System Supervisor at The Kingfish Company'
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# Production System Supervisor at The Kingfish Company

- **Company:** The Kingfish Company
- **Location:** Kats
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-10-20
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-29
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/kingfish-company/757ceb93-f58f-42d6-80f6-f25bfaa8260b

## Job description

## About The Kingfish Company

The Kingfish Company is a pioneer in sustainable land-based aquaculture and one of the world's leading producers of premium yellowtail kingfish. Our state-of-the-art recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) enables us to produce high-quality fish with minimal environmental impact while maintaining the highest standards of fish welfare, food safety and operational excellence. We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Production System Supervisor to lead one of our production teams and contribute to the continued growth and success of our operations.

## The Role

As Production Supervisor, you will be responsible for leading the daily activities of an assigned production team, ensuring that production plans are executed safely, efficiently and in line with operational standards. You will play a key role in motivating, coaching and developing employees while maintaining a strong focus on safety, fish welfare, quality and performance. Success in this role requires a combination of people leadership, operational decision-making and the ability to drive consistent execution through your team.

## Key Responsibilities

Lead, motivate and develop an assigned production team. Translate production plans into clear daily priorities and work schedules. Monitor team performance and production KPIs, identifying and addressing deviations. Ensure compliance with safety, fish welfare, biosecurity and quality standards. Coordinate onboarding, training and competency development of team members. Make timely operational decisions and escalate risks when necessary. Facilitate effective communication, shift handovers and collaboration across departments. Support continuous improvement initiatives and encourage new ideas from the team.

## What We Need

## Experience & Qualifications

- Relevant  technical or higher professional education, or equivalent leadership experience within a fish production environment or aquaculture.
- At least 3 years of experience in leading teams in an operational aquaculture or similar environment.
- Demonstrated ability to coach employees, manage performance and achieve results through others.
- Strong understanding of operational processes and production performance management.
- Knowledge of safety procedures and quality standards within a production setting.
- Willingness to work according to operational and production leadership schedules.

## Skills & Competencies

- Strong people leadership and coaching capabilities.
- Excellent planning and prioritization skills.
- Effective communication and feedback skills.
- Sound operational judgement and decision-making ability.
- Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across different teams and function.

## What We Offer

- An opportunity to work for a leading and innovative company in sustainable aquaculture.
- A dynamic and international working environment.
- The chance to make a direct impact on operational performance and team development.
- Competitive employment conditions and development opportunities.
- A workplace where our values guide everything we do: Passion, Curiosity, Straightforward and Together.

Interested? Are you a people-oriented leader with a passion for operational excellence and team development? Would you like to contribute to the future of sustainable seafood production? We would love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of The Kingfish Company

## About The Kingfish Company

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: The Kingfish Company is a pioneer in sustainable land-based aquaculture, producing high-quality yellowtail kingfish (Hiramasa) using advanced recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) and 100% renewable energy.
- **Entity Type**: Public (Euronext Oslo: KING)
- **Headquarters**: Kats, Zeeland, Netherlands
- **Founded**: 2015
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Sustainable aquaculture / seafood production
- **Target customers**: B2B – top wholesalers, purveyors, and the world’s best chefs across Europe and the US
- **Mission or purpose**: “Flavors the future of fish” – protecting the oceans while cherishing pure flavors, combining tradition and innovation for a more sustainable seafood sector.

## Products & Services
- **Yellowtail Kingfish (Hiramasa)**: Fresh and sashimi-grade frozen fish, land-raised without antibiotics or vaccines, packed and processed on day of harvest and delivered within 24–48 hours across Europe and the US. Certified by BAP and designated “Green Choice” by the Good Fish Foundation.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (recent EUR 21 million private placement completed in June 2026, with Eyrir Invest becoming largest shareholder) [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/thekingfishcompany)
- **Key Metric – Annual Revenue**: €35.8 million in FY2025 (+29% YoY) [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/thekingfishcompany)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Ocean 14 Capital (led post-IPO debt in 2023), Eyrir Invest (largest shareholder after 2026 placement), and a network of top European distributors and Michelin-starred chefs.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Q1 2026 production volume: 773 tons (+53% YoY); volume sold: 714 tons (+24% YoY) [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/thekingfishcompany)
  - Improved eFCR to 1.47 (from 1.9 in Q1 2025)
  - Second site in development in Jonesport, Maine (USA) for the US market [thekingfishcompany.com](https://thekingfishcompany.com)
  - Headcount: 72 employees (though -8.4% YoY) [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/thekingfishcompany)

## Competitive Advantages
- **First-mover advantage** in land-based high-value marine aquaculture in both the EU and US.
- **Full-cycle hatchery** and on-site R&D facility, enabling control over entire production process.
- **Sustainability credentials**: 100% renewable electricity, no antibiotics/vaccines, BAP certification, and Good Fish Foundation “Green Choice” recognition.
- **Proximity to market**: Facility located on the Oosterschelde marine nature reserve in the Netherlands, allowing 24–48 hour delivery to European customers.

## Strategic Focus
- Increasing farm utilization and production efficiency to drive toward positive EBITDA and operating cash flow.
- Redirecting commercial efforts to core European markets where demand for sustainable premium yellowtail is strongest.
- Developing the US site in Jonesport, Maine to expand into the North American market.
- Strengthening balance sheet through private placements and debt restructuring (EUR 21 million placement in June 2026) [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/thekingfishcompany)

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Values “Dedication & Excellence,” “Eco-consciousness & Integrity,” and “Fusion & Diversity.” The company strives for “unnecessary good” – a rebel against average quality [thekingfishcompany.com](https://thekingfishcompany.com/career/).
- **Work environment**: Hybrid workspace (combination of remote and on-site) with headquarters in Kats, Zeeland, Netherlands [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/the-kingfish-company).
- **Employee rating**: 3.9/5 on employer review platforms (based on 5 reviews), with culture rated 2.4 and career growth 3.4 [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/thekingfishcompany).
- **Notable perks**: Working at the cutting edge of land-based aquaculture technology, contributing directly to a more sustainable food system, and being part of a small but international team (10 countries represented).
- **Engineering/R&D focus**: On-site R&D facility and continuous improvement in biological performance and system efficiency.

## Sources
1. [thekingfishcompany.com](https://thekingfishcompany.com) – Company homepage and career page
2. [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/thekingfishcompany) – LinkedIn company page (includes financial updates, workforce data, reviews)
3. [live.euronext.com](https://live.euronext.com/en/product/equities/NL00150001S5-MERK/company-information) – Euronext listing information
4. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/the-kingfish-company) – Built In profile (office, culture, perks)

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