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 

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 Working Team Lead position is aimed at having a trained leader prepared for succession planning.  They will be responsible for ensuring that the Sanitation Department is running efficiently and effectively. The Team Lead will be assigned to the Night Shift (2nd Shift). The Team Lead is tasked with ensuring their assigned shift operates safely. The Team Lead is responsible for directing all Team Members on their assigned shift, ensuring they have the knowledge and capabilities to perform their assigned duties efficiently and safely. Team Leads must be prepared to address any safety, or performance, problems as they arise in an appropriate manner, coaching the team members with constructive feedback. 

Duties: 

• Ensuring the Sanitation Department operates efficiently and safely. 
• Communicating effectively with other departments.
• Ensuring all existing, and new, team members complete their required training in a timely manner. 
• Directing team members on daily tasks to ensure clear, and concise communication, for team member understanding. 
• Addressing any performance, or safety, concerns as they arise in an appropriate manner. 
• Coaching the team members with appropriate feedback.
• Attending any necessary meetings (if scheduled). 
• Completing any necessary paperwork on daily sanitation of Production lines/areas. 
• Supporting the Sanitation Supervisor when necessary (or tasked). 
• Other duties as assigned by the Sanitation Supervisor. 

Requirements: 

• Strong computer skills are necessary, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite. 
• SAP Software experience is an asset. 
• Five (5) years or more of experience within a Food Production Facility is preferred. 
• Must have demonstrated leadership qualities. 
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills. 
• Providing clear, understandable direction to team members for the assignment of daily tasks. 
• Must be able to work assigned shifts, including evenings, overtime, and weekends when scheduled. 
• Must be capable of both multitasking and prioritizing (when necessary). 
• Grade 12 Education (or equivalent) is required. 
• 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 is required to access locations within the Tank Room for sanitizing. The ability to operate computerized equipment is required. The ability to work in an environment that may be damp, wet, and/or cool is required. Excessive levels of noise can be expected during periods of high production. 

 Company Benefits: 

• Company Sponsored Pension. 
• Comprehensive Benefits Package (Health, Vision, Paramedical, etc.) upon completion of Probationary Period. 

Posting End Date:  May 7, 2024