Operations Yield Specialist

Cooke Aquaculture; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooke Aquaculture is seeking an Operations Yield Specialist for its St. George facility. This role involves maintenance during production and requires mechanical skills. Ideal candidates thrive in high-demand environments and possess strong organizational and communication abilities.

Benefits

Growth opportunities

Career development support

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a high-demand, deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Performing maintenance while production is running.
• Changing spare parts and working independently.

Skills

Mechanical inclination

Electrical background

Troubleshooting skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

True North Salmon, a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., a dynamic and growing east coast family company, with Platinum Member status in Canada's Best Managed Companies Program, has an opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join the Company’s Quality Assurance Team at our St. George, NB facility.

Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, and South America. Our success is driven by a dynamic, highly-skilled, and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local economy and community.

The Role

As a result of our robust growth, we are seeking an Operations Yield Specialist to join our Production and Maintenance teams in St. George.

This position reports to the Production Supervisor and Maintenance Supervisor. The primary duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Performing maintenance while production is running.
2. Changing spare parts (training provided).
3. Standing for long periods, occasional climbing, lifting/carrying 1-15 lbs, push/pull up to 10 lbs.
4. Working independently.
5. Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends, for preventive maintenance (sharpening knives, greasing, changing spare parts).
6. Working on Day Shift (Mon-Fri, 6:30 AM) or Night Shift (5:30 PM - 6:30 AM).

Candidate Attributes

• Mechanical inclination and/or electrical background.
• Ability to work in a high-demand, deadline-driven environment.
• Knowledge of machine operation and troubleshooting skills.
• Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel) are assets; training can be provided.
• Respectful and calm under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage conflicting priorities.

The Opportunity

This role offers growth, learning, and the chance to be part of Atlantic Canada's fastest-growing company. We value performance, contribution, and talent, providing a platform for your career development.

The Why

At Cooke, initiative, resourcefulness, and work ethic are rewarded. We support your growth and help you create your career path.

Note: We review applications as they are received. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly. Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.