Fish Plant Worker

North Nova Seafoods; Arcadia; On-site; CAD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

North Nova Seafoods in Nova Scotia is seeking seasonal fish processors to join a busy operation. The role offers $17.50 CAD per hour with seasonal hours and up to 45 hours per week. Eight positions are available across morning, day, evening, and weekend shifts.

No degree is required. On-the-job training is provided, including mentorship and networking opportunities for youth, to help new hires integrate quickly and safely into the team.

Qualifications

• No degree required.
• Will train.
• On-the-job training for youth.
• Mentorship and networking opportunities for youth.
• English language work environment.
• 35–45 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Cut and weigh fish fillets according to specifications.
• Cut, clean and trim fish or seafood prior to marketing or further processing.
• Scrape away scales, cut fish, separate fillets and remove scrap parts using knife.
• Transport fish and shellfish to work area.
• Condition fish filets for wrapping or freezing.
• Clean machines and immediate work areas.

Skills

Reliability

Team player

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Job Details

• Wage: $17.50 hourly
• Hours: Seasonal
• Additional Scheduling Information: Full Time
• Positions Available: 8

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Tasks

• Cut and weigh fish fillets according to specifications
• Cut, clean and trim fish or seafood prior to marketing or further processing
• Scrape away scales, cut fish, separate fillets and remove scrap parts using knife
• Transport fish and shellfish to work area
• Condition fish filets for wrapping or freezing
• Clean machines and immediate work areas

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Reliability
• Team player

Employment terms options

• Evening
• Shift
• Morning
• Day
• Weekend

Experience

• Will train

Support for youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
• Durée de l’emploi: Saisonnier
• Langue de travail: Anglais
• Heures de travail: 35 to 45 hours per week