As a Housekeeper at one of our Alaskan Facilities, this role involves maintaining a clean and sanitary environment within a seafood processing plant, adhering to strict hygiene and safety regulations. Responsibilities include cleaning production areas, restrooms, offices, and other designated spaces, using industrial cleaning equipment and chemicals. The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced, sometimes cold and wet environment. Knowledge of food safety standards and experience with industrial cleaning is preferred. 

Essential Functions/Qualifications  

The responsibilities of the position include the following:  

Cleans toilets, sinks, showers, floors and walls in bathrooms several times a day according to the schedule  Empties trash  Assists with cleaning of the galley and the breakroom area   Does laundry for the crew: washing, drying and folding  Checks names and laundry days on the laundry bags tags to make sure they are washed according to the laundry schedule  Cleans rooms after they have been vacated  Assists with related special projects as required  Timely and regular attendance  Ability to work under pressure  Clean and maintain cleaning equipment, ensuring it is in proper working order. Report any equipment malfunctions to the appropriate personnel. Ability to maintain respectful professional relationships with other employees and service providers in a stressful environment  Other duties as assigned to ensure the facility and organization is fully supported and successful. 

Competencies  

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following functional and interpersonal competencies:  

Functional  

Cleaning Techniques: Proficiency in various cleaning techniques, including floor scrubbing, surface cleaning, and disinfection. Equipment Usage: Ability to operate cleaning equipment, such as vacuum cleaners, washers, dryers, etc. Chemical Knowledge: Understanding of cleaning chemicals and their proper use and safety. Laundry Skills: Ability to wash, dry, and fold laundry efficiently. Safety Awareness: Adherence to safety protocols, including the proper handling of cleaning chemicals and the prevention of accidents. Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure a clean and sanitary environment 

Interpersonal 

Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other team members in a fast-paced environment. Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust to changing schedules and priorities. Reliability: Dependability and trustworthiness in fulfilling job responsibilities. Customer Service: Focus on providing excellent customer service to crew members and visitors. Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively to complete tasks efficiently. Physical Fitness: Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting heavy objects and standing for extended periods. 

Education and Experience   

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred but not required.  Relevant workplace experience may be a substitute for the above requirements.  Previous experience in seafood industry or manufacturing not required but preferred. 

Work Environment and Schedule  

Employee will be exposed to and work in cold and wet environments. Standing the entire time, while also making repetitive motions using hands, arms, legs and back, frequent rotations and twisting and bending at the waist, climbing and descending stairs, and occasionally sitting, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling  

Working quickly and in teams of housekeepers and other employees while mentally focusing on the job the entire time. 

Physical Demands   

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  

Mental Activities  

This role is frequently required to set an example by consistently modeling ambitious standards of honesty and integrity. Presentation and sharing of information should be handled directly, appropriately, and helpfully. Maintains a reputation for honesty, confidentiality, reliability, and fairness. Is willing to admit mistakes and does not misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. Performs work with energy and drive; values planning, but will take quick, decisive action when an opportunity presents itself.   

Silver Bay Perks  

Benefits and Perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Silver Bay and the state where you work.   

Health Insurance: Seasonal Employees and their families are eligible for health benefits that include medical, dental and vision benefits once the employee meets the required 1560 hours worked to become benefit eligible. Employees are also eligible to receive basic life insurance.  Employee Assistance Program:  Available for employees and their families.   

Silver Bay Seafoods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.     

If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to humanresources@silverbayseafoods.com.