Fish Processing Plant Labourer

North Nova Seafoods; Conway; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training tailored to youth

Mentorship and coaching opportunities

Job summary

North Nova Seafoods in Nova Scotia is seeking workers for a permanent, full-time seafood processing role. No experience is required, and training is provided on the job. Up to 24 positions are available with shift-based scheduling across early morning, evening, and night slots.

Wage is $18.00 per hour, with the work environment including cold/refrigerated spaces and a noisy setting. Candidates should be able to handle physical tasks and stand for extended periods.

Qualifications

• No experience required; training provided.
• No degree required.
• Permanent, full-time position.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

No degree required

Job description

Wage: $18.00 hourly

Hours: Permanent

Additional Scheduling Information: Full Time

Positions Available: 24

Experience: No experience (will train)

Education: No degree, certificate or diploma

Job Description

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Odours
• Cold/refrigerated
• Wet/damp

Tasks

• 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

Student status

• Full time enrollment

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Are you currently a student?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening
• Shift
• Morning
• Night

Employment terms options

• On call
• To be determined
• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime required
• Overtime available

Support for youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 to 60 hours per week