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Join Our Team as a Seafood Preparer!

Company: R. Baker Fisheries Limited

Job Category: Marine and Aquaculture

Location: Lockeport, NS

Salary: $15.20 to $18.20 hourly (to be negotiated)

About the Job

Are you ready to dive into an exciting career in seafood processing? R. Baker Fisheries Limited is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Seafood Preparers. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where you can learn and grow while contributing to the quality of our seafood products.

What You’ll Do

As a Seafood Preparer, your responsibilities will include:

• Cutting and weighing fish fillets according to specifications.
• Cleaning, trimming, and preparing fish or seafood for marketing or further processing.
• Inspecting fish fillets to determine optimal size and quantity.
• Using knives to scrape scales, cut fish, separate fillets, and remove scrap parts.
• Transporting fish and shellfish to the work area.
• Conditioning fish fillets for wrapping or freezing.
• Disjointing and removing meat from lobsters or other crustaceans for canning or further processing.
• Recording production information accurately.
• Setting up and operating machines for various processing tasks.
• Weighing fish or shellfish, recording weight, and packing fish in ice.
• Cleaning machines and immediate work areas to maintain a safe environment.

Work Environment

Our work site is characterized by:

• Noisy conditions
• Cold/refrigerated temperatures
• Wet and damp surroundings

Physical Requirements

To succeed in this role, you should be prepared for:

• Repetitive tasks that require hand-eye coordination.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Handling weights of up to 9 kg (20 lbs).

What You Need

We welcome candidates with the following:

• Education: No degree, certificate, or diploma required.
• Experience: We will provide training!
• Own Tools/Equipment: Steel-toed safety boots and gloves are necessary.
• Personal Suitability: Reliability and being a team player are essential.

Work Conditions

This is a permanent position with:

• 30 to 40 hours of work per week.
• Work conducted primarily in English.

Screening Questions

As part of the application process, please consider the following questions:

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you reside near the advertised location?

Why Join Us?

At R. Baker Fisheries Limited, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and teamwork. By joining our team, you will be part of a dedicated group that values hard work and collaboration. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.