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Description JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION: Red Cliff Fish Company Production Associate LOCATION: Red Cliff Fish Company SALARY: $20.00-$25.00/hour, commensurate with experience, 40 hours/week SUPERVISOR(S): Red Cliff Fish Company Business Manager THIS IS A REGULAR FULL-TIME NON-EXEMPT POSITION. JOB SUMMARY: The Red Cliff Fish Company (RCFC) is a Tribally owned and operated company dedicated to providing the healthiest protein on the planet. Our business model allows us to manage all parts of the supply chain from harvesting and fishing to processing, shipping, and distribution, to provide customers with fresh, sustainable, high-quality products

The Red Cliff Fish Company offers the opportunity to make a difference in people's lives and work with our sustainable resources to provide healthy products to consumers worldwide. The Production Associate will be trained and educated regarding the schedule, operation, and maintenance of RCFC's overall operations. As a member of the RCFC team, the Production Associate will be trained and responsible for the full cycle of fish harvest and processing including production floor operations, processing and delivery of fish product to the end user.

The Production Associate will be expected to take on a leadership role and may be given supervisory responsibilities as determined by the Business Manager. Examples of Duties DUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES: Along with the Manager(s), provide examples to and act as a role model for other team members in projecting and applying The Red Cliff Fish Company's mission. Provide and promote an environment of teamwork and achievement in accomplishing Red Cliff Fish Company's production and business goals and objectives.

Lead or supervisory role in one or multiple of the three following focal areas-depending on qualifications and experience of applicant and needs of the Fish Company: Production Floor: Supervising floor staff. Quality assurance protocol development and execution. Fish intake evaluations and management.

Fish processing/handling. Inventory management. Oversight of shipping and freight preparation and documentation.

Order fulfillment and management. Safety protocol. Equipment upkeep and maintenance.

Facilities maintenance, identifying facility needs. Retail Operations: Provides lead in retail store operations. Ensures proper inventory and stocking of storefront.

Purchasing and appropriate pricing of products. Execute inventory management processes and procedures. Responsible for cleaning and appearance of storefront and appropriate presentation of merchandise in storefront.

Complete bookkeeping and storefront accounting and record keeping. Trap Net Operations: Designation, execution and delivery of Trap Net operations. Safety protocol designation and execution.

Equipment maintenance and upkeep. Preparation of Trap Net equipment (Boat, nets, reel, miscellaneous equipment), Quality Assurance process designation and execution. Boat and equipment storage and seasonal maintenance.

Planning for seasonal fishing operations. Management of product delivery. Captaining the boat; oversight of staff on water.

All duties and responsibilities are to be completed adhering to all safety regulations, according to directions from Production Associate(s) or the Business Manager and in accordance with Fish Company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Review, learn and become knowledgeable of Red Cliff Fish Company safety regulations, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) requirements. Complete HACCP certification if directed by Business Manager.

(Opportunity to achieve certification will be provided during work time if a training opportunity is available during period of employment). Complete fish intake - inspecting, weighing and sorting/grading fish according to category and quality control protocol standards. Execute fish handling process and procedures including, but not limited to toting, boxing, filleting, and packaging.

Utilize all equipment and machinery to process (dress, scale and filet), transport and package fish in accordance with all safety requirements and SOPs. Complete preparation for shipment/delivery of products (packaging, palletization, packing slips, bill of ladings, etc.). Appropriately complete packaging and labelling of products

Complete preparation of products for smoking, vacuum packing and other product processing (fish dips, etc.). Execute appropriate handling, staging and transport of Fish Co. production by-product for composting or other processing

Complete inventory management procedures and documentation. Daily preparation of supplies, packaging and equipment. Daily, weekly, monthly and as-needed sanitation, facility maintenance and groundskeeping.

Includes, but not limited to, cleaning, disinfecting, sweeping, mopping, snow clearing, ice mitigation. Execute Fish Co. retail storefront procedures including, but not limited to, stocking and inventory management, merchandising, Point of Sale operation, customer service, transaction processing in accordance with Fish Company Cash Handling Policy and other SOPs.

Responsible for assuring quality of products at all levels; ensuring proper labeling of products along the production pathway; Ensures proper inventory and stocking of storefront; responsible for cleaning and appearance/presentation of merchandise in storefront The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor. SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY: Dependent upon experience and needs of the Company Typical Qualifications KNOWLEDGE: Strong desire to learn and be taught about Red Cliff Fish Co.

and fish processing, , store management and operations, value-added product production, inventory management, SOPs, record keeping, or trap net boat operations. Ability to adhere to company deadlines, standards, and directions. Strong desire to learn and be taught about equipment in the facility.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to think critically and problem solve in a dynamic environment. Strong judgement and decision-making skills.

Strong interpersonal, relationship building, and leadership skills. Possess the discipline to monitor progress consistently and stick to priorities when prudent or adjust the plans when appropriate. Self-motivated and strong work ethic.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 18 years of age or older. High school Diploma, HSED or GED preferred. Experience in manufacturing in a food processing environment or comparable experience preferred.

Valid divers license is preferred. Prior fish production experience preferred. Prior food prep and production experience a plus.

Prior retail and/or customer service experience preferred. Supplemental Information PERSONAL CONTACTS: Daily contact with Red Cliff Fish Company staff, Treaty Natural Resources Division staff, vendors, customers, and fishermen. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Frequently and regularly required using the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Must be able to stand on feet for long periods of time in cold temperatures. Be able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information in person. Average visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect product or prepare machinery.

Standing and walking 90% of the time. Role requires significant exertion and the ability to handle, lift, and perform maneuvers of weights up to 100 lbs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Fish Plant with cold temperatures.

Work setting must be maintained as a clean, nonsmoking, well-ventilated area in compliance with all applicable safety regulations. All tribal buildings are smoke free. TRAVEL: Limited travel upon request to support product delivery and for occasional trainings as they arise.

BEHAVIOR AND ATTITUDE: The vision, goals and objectives of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa requires that the employee performs in both a professional and personable manner. The manner in which the employee relates to fellow employees, customers and visitors is considered parallel in importance to technical knowledge and ability. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each customer, visitor and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance.

Any behavior or attitude that tarnishes the name or image of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa will be subject to immediate disciplinary action up to and including termination. Additionally, staff are expected to be reliable and timely, reporting to work and completing shifts in entirety as scheduled. Indian preference will be applied in the case of equally qualified applicants, but all qualified applicants will be considered.

This job description is subject to change at employer's discretion, after consultation with the employee. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: The following items are required for this position: Completed Tribal Application, to include work history and references, available on the Tribal website. Tribal Background Investigation Disclosure; available on the Tribal website or through the links provided below.

Consent to Release Liability and Reference Information Form; available on the Tribal website or through the links provided below. Please download the forms from the links below. Complete the forms and save them.

Then, please upload and attach then as "other" attachments with your application. Consent Form Tribal Background Investigation Form FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Human Resources Department 88455 Pike Road Bayfield, WI 54814 www.redcliff-nsn.gov hr-helpdesk@redcliff-nsn.gov (715)779-3700 The Red Cliff Tribal Council has a Drug Free Work Place Policy and adheres to the intent of the Drug Free Work Place Act. All new hires are subject to a drug test prior to starting

All applicants for employment with the Red Cliff Tribe will be subject to the background investigation and other requirements of RCCL Chapter 43, and are under a continuing obligation to supplement this application for employment with information concerning any convictions that occur after commencement of employment with the Tribe.