Title: Aquaculture Hatchery Manager

FTE: Full Time

Salary: Based on Experience

Overview

Rushing Waters raises premium quality Rainbow Trout on an 80-acre farm in Palmyra, WI. In addition to raising premium quality trout, Rushing Waters has an FDA/HACCP certified production facility that is run by a passionate team. Our pledge for quality has inspired a delicious line of value-added seafood products including but not limited to fresh trout, hot smoked fish, seafood spread and salmon burgers.

As the Hatchery Manager for Rushing Waters, you will play an integral role in our efforts to provide high-quality seafood to our customers. In this position, you will oversee all aspects of an aquaculture hatchery including the management of personnel, fish, infrastructure and equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversee the daily operations of the fish hatchery
Recruit, train, and supervise hatchery staff
Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and information regarding hatchery equipment and operations
Implement and enforce safety and environmental regulations
Maintain records and prepare reports on hatchery operation, ensure inventories, equipment, and capital improvements are properly maintained, coordinate hatchery operation with other department functions, provide input on new hatchery designs
Plan and oversee the distribution of fish stock
Track fish life cycles to determine the proper time for harvest
Monitor the health of the fish and treat diseases
Develop feeding rations and schedules needed for specified growth rates
Prepare reports on hatchery operations and productivity
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Develop and implement strategies to improve hatchery operations

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in fish science, aquaculture, hatchery management or hatchery maintenance preferred
Proven work experience in a fish hatchery or similar role
Familiarity with aquatic diseases and their prevention
Ability to manage and supervise a team
Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures
Experience in fish hatchery operations, including hatching, and rearing fish, to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Strong leadership and management skills to oversee staff, plan work schedules, assign tasks, and ensure the hatchery operations are conducted efficiently and effectively.
Communication skills to effectively relay information and instructions to the hatchery staff, report to higher-ups and interact with other industry professionals.
Ability to work in physically demanding conditions, often outdoors and in varying weather conditions, to ensure the welfare of the fish.
Knowledge of environmental regulations and safety standards to ensure the hatchery complies with all relevant laws and guidelines.
Experience in record keeping and data analysis to maintain records of fish hatching and growth, evaluate productivity, and make necessary adjustments.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities.

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employer Paid Long-term Disability
Employer Paid Life Insurance

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Rushing Waters Fisheries

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