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Join Our Team as a Seafood Preparer!

Company: D.B. Kenney Fisheries (2014) Ltd

Location: Westport, NS

Job Category: Marine and Aquaculture

Salary: $17.00 hourly

About the Job

Are you ready to dive into an exciting opportunity in the seafood processing industry? D.B. Kenney Fisheries is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Seafood Preparers. This temporary position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment where you will be trained on the job, making it perfect for those looking to start a career in marine and aquaculture.

Key Responsibilities

• Check products and packaging for defects to ensure they meet company standards, making necessary machine adjustments.
• Record production information accurately.
• Set up and operate machines for canning, bagging, boxing, or packaging fish and seafood products.
• Weigh fish or shellfish, record weights, and pack them in ice.
• Maintain cleanliness by cleaning machines and immediate work areas.

Work Environment

As a Seafood Preparer, you will work in a noisy and wet/damp environment. The role is physically demanding, requiring attention to detail and the ability to stand for extended periods. You will be handling weights of up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Requirements

• Work Term: Temporary
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week
• Education: No degree, certificate, or diploma required
• Experience: Will train

Personal Suitability

• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check required

Benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning and training paid by the employer

Support for Newcomers and Refugees

• Assistance with immediate settlement needs (housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Support for social and labor market integration (access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)

Support for Youths

• On-the-job training tailored to youth

Support for Veterans

• Assistance with immediate transition needs (relocation, housing, etc.)

Support for Indigenous People

• Mentorship, coaching, and networking opportunities available

Support for Mature Workers

• Hiring policies that discourage age discrimination

Support for Visible Minorities

• Hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (e.g., anonymizing the hiring process)

If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career in seafood processing, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our dedicated team at D.B. Kenney Fisheries!

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.