Location: Cape May, NJ

Department: Plant/Operations

Compensation: Starting at $20.77 hr.

Job Title: General Labor

Position Summary

General Labor team members play a key role in supporting daily production operations within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This position performs a variety of duties on a rotating basis, including ingredient handling, equipment support, packaging, quality checks, and general production assistance while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Job Duties

The duties listed below are representative of the role and may be adjusted based on operational needs. Employees may be required to perform additional tasks as assigned by management.

Essential Duties

These duties directly and substantially support the purpose of the position. The following responsibilities are typically performed on a rotating basis:

• Scale and transport ingredients for production use
• Examine products to verify conformance with quality standards
• Open rejected cans as directed
• Operate meat dumper equipment and transfer raw materials into batch containers
• Perform kitchen and production prep work
• Load and unload items from machines, conveyors, and conveyance systems
• Operate equipment as needed, including material transfer carts, shovels, and electric can openers
• Hand palletize 8 oz. 6-pack, 12-pack, and other finished cases
• Perform glass dump duties, including lifting and dumping multiple boxes of empty bottles onto conveyor lines (up to 15 lbs. total per lift) throughout a 10-hour shift
• Perform repetitive motion tasks related to bottle dumping and line loading
• Work in the Cooker area, including pushing and pulling heavy baskets on dollies
• Load cans onto conveyors for production runs
• Build cardboard boxes and packaging materials
• Seal cardboard boxes for shipment
• Pack cans into boxes according to production specifications

Additional Duties

• Assist in other production departments as assigned
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, safety rules, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area
• Support production efficiency and teamwork across departments
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Employees in this role are required to wear the following PPE as applicable:

• Bump cap
• Hearing protection
• Hair net
• Beard net (if applicable)
• Eye protection
• Gloves
• Proper slip-resistant footwear
• Company uniform or smock

Work Environment

This position is based in a food manufacturing facility where teamwork, safety, attendance, and adherence to quality standards are essential to success.

Physical Requirements

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

• Climbing: Ascending or descending      ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. This factor is      important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion.
• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces. This factor is important if the amount and kind of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.
• Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances.
• Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward      or outward.
• Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
• Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles.
• Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole arm as in handling.
• Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Includes those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly or quickly.
• Hearing: 
• Vision: Attention to the surroundings when operating a forklift.
• Repetitive motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Degree of physical exertion required for the position.

• Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects

Environmental conditions the employee will be subject to in this position.

• Inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes.
• Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level.
• Vibration: Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or the whole body.
• Hazard: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
• Atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation.
• Oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.

Education/ Experience/ Skills Required

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read/write, speak and comprehend English and/or Spanish

About Bumble Bee Seafoods

The Bumble Bee Seafood Company is passionately pursuing its purpose of feeding people’s lives through the power of the ocean. We are an iconic 120-year-old year-old fishing company that consistently aims to deliver delicious, healthy, and affordable food to consumers while working hard to find new ways to protect the ocean and those that rely on it. Bumble Bee is firmly anchored in a commitment to connect the world to the ocean by re-defining sourcing, producing, and enjoying products from and inspired by the ocean.

Bumble Bee’s full line of seafood and specialty protein products are marketed in the U.S., Canada and over 50 markets globally under leading brands including Bumble Bee®, Brunswick®, Clover Leaf®, Snow’s®, and Beach Cliff®. For more information about the company, visit TheBumbleBeeCompany.com. For product information, visit www.BumbleBee.com.

Bumble Bee Seafoods is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact Bumble Bee Foods, LLC Human Resources Representative.

Reports To: Sr. Director of Operations
Travel: Up to 50% (as needed to support each plant)

Position Summary:

The controls engineering leads Bumble Bee Seafoods’ corporate automation initiatives, overseeing factory capital projects for electrical and automation.  Supporting engineering efforts across our manufacturing sites in San Diego, CA; Santa Fe Springs, CA; Cape May, NJ; and Blacks Harbour, NB, Canada. This role will work with project engineers supporting each factory site that drives process optimization, automation, and sustainability across the network, while managing the Company’s capital plan and aligning technical initiatives with business strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with factory General Managers and Dir of Engineering to align capital priorities, asset strategies, and automation initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and re-engineering through automation, control systems, and standardization.
• Provide leadership on technical problem-solving and root cause analysis.
• Expand in-house automation capabilities; support cross-site knowledge sharing and best practices.
• Manage all aspects of project execution: RFPs, technical specs, vendor selection, installation, and factory acceptance testing for assigned projects.
• Support and help shape 3-to-5-year Capital Plans in alignment with business objectives.
• Foster collaboration across departments including R&D, QA, Supply Chain, and Maintenance.
• Remote PLC and automation troubleshooting.
• Maintain electrical drawings so they remain current
• Maintain a database of programs (past and current versions)
• Led the ignition transition and support going forward.

People & Culture

• Serve as a visible leader and coach to safety, environmental, and plant leadership teams.
• Conduct training and development initiatives that empower employees at all levels to own results
• Champion a culture of accountability, transparency, and collaboration.
• Lead by example—being a consistent presence on the floor and in the plants, listening, teaching, and inspiring others.

Qualifications:

• BS or MS degree in Electrical, or related Engineering discipline.
• 10-15+ years’ experience in a manufacturing/operations environment, with increasing responsibility in technical or engineering roles.
• Proven project leadership in cross-functional environments; strong organizational and execution skills.
• Demonstrated experience in automation, PLC/HMI/SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP, ControlNet).
• Familiarity with CAD systems, solid modeling software, Microsoft Project, and general Office tools.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs and electrical schematics; hands-on capability in prototyping a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead change and influence across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated success in building a safety culture and delivering sustainability initiatives with measurable results.
• Ability to travel regularly to Cape May, Santa Fe Springs, and Blacks Harbour.
• Familiar with food manufacturing and equipment, specifically end of line equipment.  Background in canning is preferred.
• Proven experience with FAT, SAT and holding vendors accountable for deliverables.

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to shape the future of safety and sustainability at a company that values people and the planet.
• A collaborative, mission-driven environment where your voice matters.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities.

The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the engineering department to drive continuous improvement, reliability, and operational excellence at the Snows food manufacturing facility. This role oversees capital projects, equipment upgrades, process optimization, and maintenance strategies to support production goals, safety, and regulatory compliance. The Engineering Manager will also lead a team of maintenance personnel, ensuring timely project execution, equipment performance, and adherence to safety protocols, such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash, and pinch point hazard management.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of boiler operators, maintenance, electricians, and technicians.
• Oversee daily engineering operations and provide technical support to production, maintenance, and safety teams.
• Collaborate with corporate engineering, production, quality, and safety teams to ensure alignment on projects and priorities.

Capital Projects & Process Improvement

• Plan, execute, and manage Capital Expenditure Requests (CERs) for equipment upgrades, infrastructure improvements, and facility expansions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production processes, reduce downtime, and enhance equipment reliability.
• Lead the installation, commissioning, and validation of new equipment and technology.

Equipment & Facility Maintenance

• Oversee the maintenance strategy for critical equipment, ensuring proactive and preventive maintenance schedules are met.
• Ensure compliance with LOTO, Arc Flash, and pinch point safety protocols to protect team members and contractors.
• Identify and implement predictive maintenance technologies to minimize equipment failures.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all engineering activities comply with OSHA, FDA, and local safety regulations, including LOTO, Arc Flash, and other hazard management protocols.
• Lead and support safety initiatives, conducting regular safety audits and ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Oversee contractor management, ensuring compliance with site safety policies and procedures.

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Develop, manage, and control the engineering department’s operating budget.
• Monitor and report on project costs, ensuring on-time and on-budget completion of capital projects.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate engineering and project documentation, including technical drawings, manuals, and regulatory documentation.
• Generate reports on equipment performance, downtime analysis, and key performance indicators (KPIs).

About Bumble Bee:

The Bumble Bee Seafood Company is passionately pursuing its purpose of feeding people’s lives through the power of the ocean. We are an iconic 120-year-old year-old fishing company that consistently aims to deliver delicious, healthy and affordable food to consumers while working hard to find new ways to protect the ocean and those that rely on it. Bumble Bee is firmly anchored in a commitment to connect the world to the ocean by re-defining sourcing, producing and enjoying products from and inspired by the ocean.

Purpose:

To repair and maintain all plant equipment and facilities and assist in plant improvement projects.

Duties: 

The duties of this position are those described below. This job description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management.

1. Essential Duties 

These duties directly and substantially serve to achieve the purpose of the position. 

Responsible for planning and performing job tasks in a safe and efficient manner.

Responsible for selecting and utilizing the proper tools.

Utilize drawings and layouts to perform duties.

Perform maintenance and repair of production equipment. 

Rebuild pumps, valves, gearboxes, etc.

Replace sprockets, gears, cams, conveyors, etc. 

Repair and or fabricate guards, fixtures, platforms, stairs, etc.

Perform pipe fitting and welding.

Perform maintenance and repair of the facility to include plumbing, doors, walls, floors, 

etc.

Perform maintenance and repair of forklifts as required.

Disassemble and assemble fillers for sanitation in a timely manner.

2. Other Duties

Ensure maintenance shop is clean and orderly and assist with any clean up needed. 

Operate forklifts, scissor lift, boom lift and other industrial trucks/lifts as necessary.

Assist with painting of facility as required.

Handle basic electrical work as required.

Perform any other duty as assigned.

Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Bump cap, hearing protection, hair net, beard net, eye protection, gloves, slip resistant, steel toe   shoes, uniform, face shield if welding, back support belt.

Physical Requirements:

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. 

· Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Hand and finger work, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Vision, Repetitive motions:

Degree of physical exertion required for the position. 

· Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects

Environmental conditions the employee will be subject to in this position. 

· Inside & Outside environmental conditions, Extreme cold, Extreme heat, Noise, Vibration, Hazard, Atmospheric conditions (Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation), Oils, Humidity, Respirator (required)

About Bumble Bee:

The Bumble Bee Seafood Company is passionately pursuing its purpose of feeding people’s lives through the power of the ocean. We are an iconic 120-year-old year-old fishing company that consistently aims to deliver delicious, healthy and affordable food to consumers while working hard to find new ways to protect the ocean and those that rely on it. Bumble Bee is firmly anchored in a commitment to connect the world to the ocean by re-defining sourcing, producing and enjoying products from and inspired by the ocean.

Purpose:

To repair and maintain all plant equipment and facilities and assist in plant improvement projects.

Duties: 

The duties of this position are those described below. This job description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management.

1. Essential Duties 

These duties directly and substantially serve to achieve the purpose of the position. 

Responsible for planning and performing job tasks in a safe and efficient manner.

Responsible for selecting and utilizing the proper tools.

Utilize drawings and layouts to perform duties.

Perform maintenance and repair of production equipment. 

Rebuild pumps, valves, gearboxes, etc.

Replace sprockets, gears, cams, conveyors, etc. 

Repair and or fabricate guards, fixtures, platforms, stairs, etc.

Perform pipe fitting and welding.

Perform maintenance and repair of facility to include plumbing, doors, walls, floors, 

etc.

Perform maintenance and repair of forklifts as required.

Disassemble and assemble fillers for sanitation in a timely manner.

Knowledge and operational skills of all seamers, fillers, capper, depalletizers, massager, homogenizer (all in old kit & new kit)

Knowledge and operational skills of all Krones, palletizers, Zambelli’s, heat tunnels, diagraphs, Burt labeler, Lantech & Wolf tech, case packer, tray makers (all in mezz area)

2. Other Duties

Ensure maintenance shop is clean and orderly and assist with any clean up needed. 

Operate forklifts, scissor lift, boom lift and other industrial trucks/lifts as necessary.

Assist with painting of facility as required.

Handle basic electrical work as required.

Perform any other duty as assigned.

Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Bump cap, hearing protection, hair net, beard net, eye protection, gloves, slip resistant, steel toe   shoes, uniform, face shield if welding, back support belt.