Fish and Seafood Plant Worker

About the role

Louisbourg Seafoods Limited is seeking a reliable plant worker to join its fish and seafood processing facility in Glace Bay, NS. The position involves handling raw fish and shellfish, preparing them for packaging, and maintaining product quality in a fast‑paced, noisy environment.

Key responsibilities

• Cut and weigh fish fillets according to specifications and prepare them for wrapping or freezing.
• Cut, clean, trim, and inspect fish or seafood to ensure optimal size and quality.
• Operate and adjust processing machines for canning, bagging, boxing, cleaning, cooking, smoking, brining, and dehydrating.
• Disjoint and remove meat from lobsters or other crustaceans prior to further processing.
• Record production information, weigh fish or shellfish, and pack products in ice.

Required profile

• Physically demanding work: handling heavy loads, standing for extended periods, bending, crouching, and kneeling.
• Flexible schedule: early mornings, nights, weekends, overtime and willingness to relocate.
• No prior experience required; on‑the‑job training will be provided.
• Team‑oriented, reliable, and able to work in noisy, wet/damp conditions.

Required skills

• Machine operation for processing and packaging equipment.
• Fish fillet cutting and weighing.
• Product inspection and quality control.
• Ability to handle heavy loads safely.