True North Salmon, 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 an opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join the Company's Quality Assurance Team based out of our facility located in our St. George, NB facility.

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

As a result of our robust growth, we are seeking an Operations Yield Specialist to join our Production and Maintenance teams in our St. George location.

Reporting to the Production Supervisor and Maintenance Supervisor

The primary duties and responsibilities for this position will include but are not limited to:

• Able to perform maintenance while production is running.
• Able to change spare parts (based on training).
• Standing for long periods of time, occasional climbing, lifting/carrying 1-15lbs., push/pull up to 10lbs.
• Able to work independently.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule that will include weekends to do preventive maintenance to the machines based on preventive maintenance program. (Sharpening knives, greasing, and changing some spare parts).

The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:

• Must be mechanically inclined, and/or has electrical background.
• Works well in a high demanding, deadline driven environment.
• Has knowledge on how line/machines should run.
• Has strong problem solving/trouble shooting skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (word, excel) would be an asset, but training can be provided.
• Respectful to other employees always.
• Always keeps calm and level-headed in all situations.
• Excellent organization skills.
• Respectful to the Company and it's mission and values.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Works well in a busy production-based environment.
• Manage conflicting priorities.

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.

The Why

Why Cooke? Simple - 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.

NOTE: The recruiter is reviewing and interviewing eligible applicants for this position as they are received. If you are interested in this posting, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.