Fish Processing Labourer

North Nova Seafoods; Shag Harbour; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A seafood processing company in Shag Harbour, Nova Scotia is seeking seasonal workers to assist in unloading and preparing fish and shellfish for market. Responsibilities include transporting products, cleaning work areas, and handling heavy loads. The ideal candidate will be reliable and able to work in a physically demanding environment. Full training provided for those without prior experience.

Qualifications

• Will train candidates with no previous experience.

Responsibilities

• Unload fish and shellfish from fishing vessels and transport them by hand.
• Use forklift to transport unloaded fish and shellfish.
• Condition fish filets for wrapping or freezing.
• Weigh fish or shellfish, record weight and pack fish in ice.
• Clean machines and immediate work areas.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Job Details

Wage: $19.00 hourly

Hours: Seasonal

Additional Scheduling Information: Full Time

Positions Available: 25

Experience: Will train

Education: No degree, certificate or diploma

Work Site Environment

• Odours
• Cold/refrigerated
• Wet/damp

Responsibilities

• Unload fish and shellfish from fishing vessels and transport them by hand to the work area
• Use forklift to transport unloaded fish and shellfish from fishing vessels
• Transport fish and shellfish to work area
• Condition fish filets for wrapping or freezing
• Weigh fish or shellfish, record weight and pack fish in ice
• Clean machines and immediate work areas
• Measure and dump ingredients into hoppers of mixing and grinding machines
• Sort fish according to species, weight and destination

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Weight Handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal Suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening Questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?

Employment Terms Options

• Early morning
• Evening
• Morning
• Night
• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime required
• Overtime available

Duration and Language

• Durée de l’emploi: Saisonnier
• Langue de travail: Anglais

Hours of Work

30 to 60 hours per week

This job must be applied for via the Canada Job Bank

https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/jobsearch/jobposting/46751211