Wet End Department

Posting #2030

Gr 14P – $20.18/hour (After Probation)

Posted February 20, 2025

If you’re interested in this role, please submit an application form to Human Resources no later than February 25, 2025.

About Us:

Connors Bros., based in Blacks Harbour, New Brunswick, is Canada’s oldest seafood manufacturer and North America’s largest sardine canning plant, exporting products to over 50 countries. For over a century, we’ve provided delicious and affordable canned seafood. Clover Leaf Seafoods, alongside our U.S. affiliate Bumble Bee Foods, forms one of North America’s largest branded seafood companies, generating $1B in annual revenue. In 2020, we were acquired by FCF Company Ltd., a major marine trading company with 50 years of experience in seafood supply, positioning us for continued growth. At Clover Leaf Seafoods, in partnership with Bumble Bee Seafoods, we’re dedicated to protecting our oceans and supporting the communities we serve. We uphold strong, transparent values that foster accountability and encourage professional development in an inclusive environment. Join us to be part of this mission and grow with our team

Purpose:

Grading Room Operators are team members responsible for overseeing the sorting/grading of incoming product (raw fish) by size. Operators oversee the fish as they enter the Grading Room via. pump, ensuring all product is collected in the central holding receptacle, before being sorted through the use of a motorized conveyer belt. Operators are responsible for maintaining this sorting process, ensuring all product is in satisfactory conditions, and being delivered to the Tank Room on a timely basis. If we are not using the grading room the successful candidate would be doing the same role as Freezing and Holding duties and would be paid in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Duties:

• Inspecting the received product (whole fish) to ensure satisfactory quality.
• Overseeing the collection of the raw product (fish) into a central holding receptacle.
• Overseeing the sorting process (done using a motorized conveyer belt).
• Ensuring the raw product (fish) is delivered to the Tank Room in a timely fashion.

Requirements:

• Must be physically capable of standing, sitting, and/or walking on cement floors for extended periods.
• Must be physically capable of handling raw product (fish) when necessary.
• Must be physically capable of climbing up/down Company ladders when required.
• Must be capable of inspecting received product for any defects/issues in quality.
• Must be capable of operating computerized equipment, if necessary.
• Must be capable of accurately completing documents with legible handwriting.
• Must be capable of working assigned shifts, in addition to overtime (if required).
• Must be capable of working weekends if assigned.
• Minimum of a Grade 12 Education is an asset, but not necessary.
• Must be legally allowed to work in Canada.

Working Conditions and Physical Capacities:

This position can be physically demanding with any combination of standing, sitting, and/or walking on cement floors for extended periods of time. The ability to climb ladders may be required to access locations within the Grading Room. The ability to operate computerized equipment may be required. Excessive levels of noise can be expected during periods of high production.

Company Benefits:

• Company Sponsored Pension.
• Comprehensive Benefit Package (Available upon Completion of Probationary Period).

Posting End Date:  February 27, 2025

Who We Are: 

Connors Bros. located in Blacks Harbour, New Brunswick is one of Canada’s oldest seafood manufacturers and is the largest sardine canning plant in North America. Our products are enjoyed in over 50 countries.   

For over 100 years, we have delivered delicious, healthy, and affordable canned seafood to consumers and there’s never been a better time to join our team and grow along with us. 

Clover Leaf Seafoods, along with our U.S. affiliate, Bumble Bee Foods, forms one of North America’s largest branded seafood companies with $1B in annual revenue.  In 2020, Clover Leaf Seafoods, along with Bumble Bee Foods, was acquired by our long-time partner, FCF Company Ltd.  FCF is a privately held company and one of the world’s largest marine trading companies, with 50 years of experience in the supply of tuna and other seafood.  With FCF as a strong strategic owner, Clover Leaf Seafoods is well positioned for future growth.    

When you join Clover Leaf Seafoods Corp., you become part of a company that, together with our parent company, Bumble Bee Seafoods, is working hard to find new ways to protect the ocean and those that rely on it. From fishers to our employees, to customers, consumers, and to the communities we serve, we base our actions on shared, transparent values that hold us accountable to each other and the world. You’ll be encouraged, empowered, and challenged to be your best self through ongoing professional development in an inclusive environment.  

Purpose:  

The sanitation crew is responsible for maintaining plant sanitation. Using a High-Pressure Hose, the sanitation crew washes and sanitizes each area of production at the end of each day to remove any trace elements of the day’s product (remaining fish pieces/bones/scales) as well as any allergens (Mustard, Soy) that have been used during our sealing and canning process. 

You will be successful in this role by performing the following:

• Hosing down all machines used throughout the production day using our 950 PSI High-Pressure hoses. 
• Cleaning production machines using specific instructions and chemicals when required. 
• Disassemble necessary machines to ensure a thorough cleaning and sanitation. 
• Reassemble necessary machines once properly cleaned and sanitized. 
• Removing all traces of any allergens or leftover fish product from production area. 
• Sanitize equipment following company operating procedures and established practices. 
• Ensuring all assigned equipment is cleaned and sanitized by shift’s end. 

Requirements: Successful candidates must have the following qualifications and experience:

• Able to safely operate a 950 PSI High-Pressure Hose. 
• Medically cleared to wear a respirator during shifts. 
• Clean shaven (if applicable) to ensure a proper fit of a respirator. 
• Physically capable of lifting upwards of 50lbs frequently and capable of safely bending, squatting, stooping, crouching, and climbing over and around necessary equipment for sanitation. 
• Ability to work the evening shift and overtime as required (Hours may fluctuate). 
• Able to follow instructions for proper, and safe, sanitation of equipment with chlorinated chemicals or acid products. 
• Able to meet required timelines for cleaning and sanitizing equipment. 
• Strong written and oral communication skills. 
• Prior experience/knowledge of sanitation in a food processing environment is preferred.
• Grade 10 education or higher. 
• Must be legally allowed to work in Canada. 

Working Conditions and Physical Capacities: 

This position can be physically demanding with a combination of standing, walking, bending, crouching, squatting, and stooping on cement floors in addition to climbing/maneuvering over equipment. Applicants must be physically capable of lifting upwards of 50lb frequently during the duration of the shift. Applicants must be able to work in a variety of hot and cold environments depending on shift needs. Applicants must also be capable of reading in English to understand chemical labels, as well as writing and speaking English to maintain communication with co-workers/supervisor. 

Company Benefits: 

• Competitive Compensation – $18.42/hour plus $0.75/hr. Shift Differential
• Company Sponsored Pension. 
• Comprehensive Benefit Package (Available upon Completion of Probationary Period)  

Posting End Date:  May 8, 2024