Fish plant worker

Connors Bros. Division of Clover Leaf Seafoods Corp. in Blacks Harbour, NB is seeking a self-motivated Fish plant worker. Ideally suited for a motivated individual ready to join the team immediately. This role offers Permanent employment or Full time employment. Work schedule: Overtime required, Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Flexible hours, To be determined, Overtime available.

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 transport fish and shellfish to the designated work area.
• 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 measure and dump ingredients into hoppers of mixing and grinding machines.
• 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 should have efficient interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must be flexible.
• The candidate must be reliable.
• The candidate must be a good team player.

Work Site Environment

• The work site environment is noisy, and the candidate must be able to work with complete concentration even in such conditions.
• The candidate must work in an environment with a high concentration of odours.
• The candidate must work in hot conditions.
• The candidate must work in cold or refrigerated conditions.
• The candidate must work in wet or damp conditions.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks frequently.
• 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.

Benefits

• The selected candidate will receive tax-free disability benefits, providing financial support for the impact of a service-related injury or illness.
• The candidate will receive a health care plan, providing coverage for medical and surgical expenses.
• The candidate will receive paramedical services coverage as part of traditional health insurance or Extended Health Care (EHC) benefits, including coverage for a variety of healthcare practitioners.
• The candidate will receive vision care benefits, covering or reducing the cost of eye exams and medical eye care.
• The candidate shall receive benefits in line with the collective agreement contract between the employer and the union representing a bargaining unit.
• The candidate will receive group insurance benefits from the employer, extending coverage to their dependents, including spouses, children, and parents.
• The selected candidate will receive life insurance to provide financial support to their loved ones in the event of their passing.
• Night shift premium provided to the candidate.
• The candidate will receive a pension plan, providing a monthly, taxable benefit that replaces a portion of their income at retirement.
• The candidate will receive long-term care insurance, covering all or part of assisted living facilities and in-home care for individuals aged 65 or older, or for those with chronic conditions requiring constant supervision.
• The candidate will receive free parking; there is no additional charge for parking on the property.
• The employer will pay for the candidate's learning/training.
• The selected candidate will receive an available parking facility where employer provide parking to employee at a cost that is less than the fair market value of the parking space.

How to apply

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

By email

careers@connors.ca

• Answers to the following 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?