Job Title: Food Production Worker

Work Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 6:15am to 2:45pm or 7am to 3:30pm (commitment to one shift is required)

Location: 11520 Eburne Way, Richmond, V6V 2G7 (access to reliable transportation is required, as we are located on Mitchell Island with limited access to public transit); fully on-site

Reports To: Production Supervisor

About Oceanfood Industries:

Oceanfood Sales, the parent company of Oceanfood Industries, is a family-owned seafood distribution company based in BC, serving Canadians with premium and sustainably sourced seafood since 1970. We are committed to excellence in food safety, environmental responsibility, and fostering a supportive work environment. In 1986, we expanded our operations with the establishment of Oceanfood Industries, which became the proud producer of Nanuk — a well-known smoked salmon brand in Canada’s food service and retail markets.

Our production facility is Kosher, SQF-certified, adheres to HACCP standards, and upholds the highest levels of quality standards.

To learn more about us, please visit: https://oceanfoods.com/ and https://www.nanuksalmon.com/

Role Overview:

The Production Worker is responsible for the production of our premium seafood products (primarily smoked salmon), while ensuring products are processed and handled according to food safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Worker - Cutting Department (6:15am to 2:45pm):

- Wash fish
- Fit fish fillet into various food processing machines
- Trim the fish collar with a knife
- Remove fish bones
- Buttering (i.e. use the butter knife to smooth the surface of the fillet)




- Rotate stock (this involves infrequent manual weight handling/lifting of up to 60 lbs with team lift assistance, and occasionally accessing the cooler)
- Follow company policies relating to GMP, food safety, and occupational health and safety
- Work effectively with colleagues and management to achieve operational success
- Work environment is wet and around ~15 degrees C
- Additional duties as assigned

Trimmer - Slicing Department (7am to 3:30pm):

- Trim fish fillets with a knife
- Bag & vacuum pack products
- Rotate stock (this involves infrequent manual weight handling/lifting of up to 60 lbs with team lift assistance, and occasionally accessing the cooler)
- Follow company policies relating to GMP, food safety, and occupational health and safety
- Work effectively with colleagues and management to achieve operational success
- Work environment is around ~15 degrees C
- Additional duties as assigned

Required Competencies:

- Detail-oriented team player with positive mindset
- Ability to make sound judgement and act with integrity
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Physically fit to perform manual weight handling/lifting of up to 60 lbs with access to team lift assistance
- Ability to safely use a knife (i.e. hand dexterity)
- Basic English communication skills





Nice To Have Qualifications:

- Experience in a food manufacturing environment
- Experience with operating a forklift or driving a 5 ton truck (additional compensation will be considered with additional responsibilities)
- Ability to speak a second language

What We Offer:

- Starting wage: $19 to $20 depending on experience
- Extended health and dental benefits package (waiting period applies)
- Employee purchase discount
- Clean, supportive and safety-focused team workplace
- Career growth opportunities

We appreciate all applicants for their interest in this career opportunity. Please note that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $19.00-$20.00 per hour

Application question(s)

- This role involves the use of a knife to process fish. Please confirm your ability to safely handle a knife (i.e. have reasonable hand dexterity and relevant motor skills).
- Please confirm that you have access to reliable transportation (i.e. car), as we are located on Mitchell Island (Richmond) with limited and inconvenient access to public transit.
- In order to be considered for this opportunity, candidates need to already have legal work status in Canada and be able to commit in the long-run. If your legal work status is limited (i.e. on a work permit), please provide the expiry date.
- Please confirm your availability to commit to the following work schedule: Monday to Friday from either 6:15am to 2:45pm or 7am to 3:30pm (you will only need to commit to one shift).

Work Location: In person

📌 Food Production Worker (Richmond)
🏢 Oceanfood Industries
📍 Richmond