Warehouse Assembly Worker

Cooke Aquaculture Inc.; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage: Dental, vision, and 5

Life and disability insurance

RRSP matching

Paid vacation, holidays, and sickLeave

Wellness programs & on-site gym

Employee discounts

On-site parking

Job summary

True North Seafood, a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., seeks a Warehouse Assembly Worker in Dartmouth, NS. Full-time role handling processing, packaging, QA checks, and inventory tasks in a cold, fast-paced distribution setting.

Responsibilities include labeling, deboning, and ensuring product quality while collaborating with a team. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be able to work flexible evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong attention to detail and knowledge of food safety practices are important.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cold and wet environment with flexible availability.
• Good communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Process and package seafood products with accurate labeling and date coding.
• Conduct visual quality inspections and monitor temperature controls.
• Assist with inventory counts and storage handling; work with team to meet targets.

Skills

Attention to detail

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Warehouse Assembly Worker

TNS - ACC - Admin Full Time Dartmouth, NS, CA

24 days ago Requisition ID: 1443

Salary Range: CA$17.96 To CA$20.14 Hourly

True North Seafood, a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., a dynamic and growing east coast family company, with Platinum Member status in the Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program, has immediate full-time positions for a Warehouse Assembly Workerbased out of AC Covert Distribution Centre located in Dartmouth, NS.

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

The Role

Our distribution facility processes all species of fresh and frozen seafood for retail and wholesale accounts across Atlantic Canada in a high demanding, deadline driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Processing & Packaging

• Sort, cut, fillet, and debone seafood products.
• Package products accurately with proper labeling and date coding.

Quality Control

• Conduct visual inspections to ensure product quality.
• Monitor temperature controls in storage areas.
• Report quality issues promptly.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and work areas.
• Follow health and safety guidelines.
• Properly dispose of waste materials.

Inventory Management

• Assist with inventory counts and stock replenishment.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of seafood products.
• Work closely with team members to meet production targets.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors.
• Participate in training and team meetings.

Qualifications/Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous food processing experience preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of food safety practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cold, and wet environment.
• Flexible availability (evenings, weekends, holidays).
• Physical ability to lift heavy objects and stand for long periods.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Working Conditions

• Production floor in a distribution centre; may include outdoor tasks.
• Full-time, flexible shifts including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Lifting heavy boxes, working in cold storage.

Safety Commitment

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Report incidents, injuries, or safety concerns immediately.
• Participate in maintaining a safe work environment.

*As per company policy, a criminal background check is required.

Join our team and enjoy the benefits of full-time year-round employment with competitive rates and a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and career growth.

Benefits Package

• Health Coverage: Dental, vision, and extended medical.
• Insurance: Life and disability insurance.
• Support Services: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Retirement: RRSP matching.
• Time Off: Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Wellness: Access to wellness programs and on-site gym (where available).
• Career Development: Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Perks: Employee discounts on company products.
• Convenience: On-site parking or parking allowance.

The Opportunity

The role description is just one part of the story. This is an opportunity to grow, to stretch, to work within the parameters of the role but stretch to your fullest potential. We are a team that counts performance, we reward contribution, and we recognize talent. It is about being at the center of the fastest growing company in Atlantic Canada and knowing you are part of that growth. The ability to bring your passion for learning, desire for growth, and energy for moving your career forward is what we offer.

Why Cooke? Simple - because we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.