Seafood processing Jobs in Halifax, NS

True North Salmon, a division of Cooke Aquaculture Inc., a dynamic and growing east coast family company, with Platinum Member status in the Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program, is hiring a Delivery Driver at our Dartmouth, NS facility.

Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, and South America. Our company’s success is driven by our dedicated employees who are supported by our dynamic, highly skilled and innovative management team. We value the coastal communities where we live, and work and we contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community.

The Role

We are searching for a Delivery Driver to work with our team in the Dartmouth, NS distribution facility. The facility processes a wide variety of fresh and frozen seafood products for retail and wholesale customers across Atlantic Canada in a demanding, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver fresh and frozen seafood products to retail and wholesale customers in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
• Load, unload, and transport seafood products while maintaining product quality and temperature requirements.
• Plan and follow delivery routes to ensure efficient and on-time service.
• Verify customer orders for accuracy prior to delivery.
• Provide excellent customer service and address customer inquiries in a courteous manner.
• Collect signatures, process delivery documentation, and maintain accurate delivery records.
• Inspect and maintain the delivery vehicle, reporting any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and transportation regulations when handling seafood products.
• Safely lift, carry, and move boxes and products of varying weights.
• Adhere to company safety policies, driving regulations, and commercial vehicle operating procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the delivery vehicle and delivery equipment.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and a clean driving abstract.
• Minimum two years delivery driving experience.
• Excellent Customer Service skills.
• Strong work ethic.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Ability to drive a vehicle with air brakes is desirable.

*As per company policy, a criminal background check is required.

Join our team and enjoy the benefits of full-time year-round employment with competitive rates and a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and career growth.

Benefits Package

• Health Benefits: Includes coverage for dental, vision, and extended medical care.
• Insurance: Life and disability insurance provided for financial security.
• Support Services: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Financial Planning: Opportunity for RRSP matching to support your retirement savings.
• Wellness: Wellness programs.
• Career Development: Professional growth opportunities and avenues for advancement.
• Perks: Employee discounts on company products or services.

The Opportunity

The role description is just one part of the story. This is an opportunity to grow, to stretch, to work within the parameters of the role but stretch to your fullest potential. We are a team that counts performance, we reward contribution, and we recognize talent. It is about being at the center of one of the fastest growing Atlantic Canadian based companies and knowing you are part of that growth. The ability to bring your passion for learning, desire for growth, and energy for moving your career forward is what we offer.

Why Cooke? Simple because we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.

NOTE: The recruiter is reviewing and interviewing eligible applicants for this position as they are received. If you are interested in this posting, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.