FULL TIME

Fish cutter - fish processing

πŸ“Nanaimo, BC(Map)πŸ“…Posted Aug 4, 2026
Salary Range$21.50 - / hour
Available Openings11 Vacancies
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Now hiring: Fish cutter - fish processing at Sea Drift Fish Company Ltd in Nanaimo, BC. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join and begin duties immediately. We are offering a Permanent employment or Full time opportunity. The schedule involves Early morning, Morning, Day, Shift, Flexible hours shifts.

Employer Name: Sea Drift Fish Company Ltd
Position: Fish cutter - fish processing
No. of vacancies: 11 vacancies
Salary: $21.50 hourly / 30 to 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment - Full time
Shift: Early morning, Morning, Day, Shift, Flexible hours
NOC code: 94142
Location: Nanaimo, BC, V9R 6Z5

Job Description

  • The candidate must cut and weigh fish fillets according to specifications.
  • The candidate must cut, clean, and trim fish or seafood prior to marketing or further processing.
  • The candidate must inspect fish fillets to determine the optimal number and size of fillets.
  • The candidate must scrape away scales, cut fish, separate fillets, and remove scrap parts using a knife.
  • The candidate must condition fish filets for wrapping or freezing.
  • The candidate must check products and packaging for defects, ensure conformance to company standards, and perform corrective machine adjustments as required.
  • The candidate must record production information.
  • The candidate must set up and operate machines to can, bag, box, or otherwise package fish and seafood products.
  • The candidate must set up and operate machines to clean, cut, cook, smoke, brine, dehydrate, or otherwise process fish or seafood products.
  • The candidate must weigh fish or shellfish, record weights, and pack products in ice for storage or transport.
  • The candidate must clean machines and immediate work areas.
  • The candidate must sort fish according to species, weight, and destination.

Job Requirements

  • The candidate must be fluent in English.
  • There are no standard education requirements, such as a bachelor's degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
  • The candidate must be able to handle a weight of up to 45 kg (100 lbs).
  • The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
  • The candidate must be flexible.
  • The candidate must be reliable.
  • The candidate must be a good team player.
  • The candidate must be accurate.
  • The candidate must have good judgement skills.
  • The candidate must be well-organized.
  • The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks frequently.
  • The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
  • The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
  • The candidate must be able to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.
  • The candidate should have an eye for detail.
  • The candidate must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
  • The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods.
  • The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
  • The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
  • The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
  • The candidate must be able to meet tight deadlines.

Work Site Environment

  • The candidate must work in an environment with a high concentration of odours.
  • The candidate must work in cold or refrigerated conditions.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

  • The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks frequently.
  • The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
  • The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
  • The candidate must be able to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.
  • The candidate should have an eye for detail.
  • The candidate must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
  • The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods.
  • The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.
  • The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
  • The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
  • The candidate must be able to meet tight deadlines.

Transportation/travel information

  • The candidate’s travel expenses will be paid by the employer.

Benefits

  • The candidate should receive other benefits, such as any accrued compensation or advantage of the executive other than accrued compensation payable on or after termination of employment under a plan, policy, or company program.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

[email protected]

Core Skills Needed

⚑ Repetitive tasks⚑ Physically demanding⚑ Work under pressure⚑ Hand-eye co-ordination⚑ Tight deadlines⚑ Manual dexterity

Employer Benefits & Perks

✨ Other benefits✨ The candidate should receive such as any accrued compensation or advantage of the executive other than accrued compensation payable on or after termination of employment under a plan policy or company program.