Machine operator – fish processing

Posted on September 24, 2026

Job Description

Check products and packaging for defects and to ensure conformance to company standards and perform corrective machine adjustments as required. Record production information. Set up and operate machines to can, bag, box or otherwise package fish and seafood products. Set up and operate machines to clean, cut, cook, smoke, brine, dehydrate or otherwise process fish or seafood products. Clean machines and immediate work areas. Apply quality control procedure.

Job Details

• Employer: WM. R. MURPHY FISHERIES LTD.
• Location: Arcadia, Nova Scotia
• Wage: 20.00 to 30.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 35 to 45 hours per week
• Hours: Seasonal employment, Full time, Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend, Shift
• Vacancies: 1 vacancy
• NOC: 94142

Requirements

• Languages: English
• Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Tasks

• Check products and packaging for defects and to ensure conformance to company standards and perform corrective machine adjustments as required
• Record production information
• Set up and operate machines to can, bag, box or otherwise package fish and seafood products
• Set up and operate machines to clean, cut, cook, smoke, brine, dehydrate or otherwise process fish or seafood products
• Clean machines and immediate work areas
• Apply quality control procedure
• Food safety/handling skills
• Follow emergency and safety procedures
• Experience and specialization
• Equipment and machinery experience
• Fish products machine

How to Apply

Apply directly through Job Bank: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/jobsearch/jobposting/50358729