cannery labourer - fish processing

Overview Languages English Education No degree, certificate or diploma Experience No experience (will train) On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work site environment Noisy Odours Hot Cold/refrigerated Wet/damp Responsibilities Tasks Transport fish and shellfish to work area Condition fish filets for wrapping or freezing Weigh fish or shellfish, record weight and pack fish in ice Clean machines and immediate work areas Measure and dump ingredients into hoppers of mixing and grinding machines Sort fish according to species, weight and destination Clean work area Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities Repetitive tasks Handling heavy loads Physically demanding Manual dexterity Attention to detail Hand-eye co-ordination Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Reliability Team player Benefits Health benefits Disability benefits Health care plan Paramedical services coverage Vision care benefits Financial benefits As per collective agreement Group insurance benefits Life insurance Night shift premium Pension plan Long term benefits Long-term care insurance Other Benefits Free parking available Learning/training paid by employer Parking available Travel insurance Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for persons with disabilities Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities Support for newcomers and refugees Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.) Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition Does not require Canadian work experience Support for youths Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment Support for Veterans Recruits Veterans and other candidates with military experience through targeted hiring initiatives (for example: job fairs, outreach programs etc.) Support for Indigenous people Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people Support for mature workers Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports mature workers Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination Supports for visible minorities Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)

Transport, sort, and condition fish and shellfish for wrapping or freezing. Maintain a clean work environment by cleaning machines and dumping ingredients into mixing hoppers.

No formal education or prior experience is required as training will be provided. Candidates must be able to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 23 kg and standing for extended periods.

• Health benefits • Disability benefits • Health care plan • Paramedical services coverage • Vision care benefits • Financial benefits as per collective agreement • Group insurance benefits • Life insurance • Night shift premium • Pension plan • Long-term care insurance • Free parking • Paid learning and training • Travel insurance

• TeamworkPreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred

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• Fish processing
• Weight recording
• Machine cleaning
• Sorting
• Manual dexterity
• Hand-eye coordination
• Heavy lifting
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Oral communication

• Manufacturing
• Food & Beverage
• Trades
• Logistics

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Aug 30, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level