Shipping/Receiving - Net

GMG Fish Services Ltd., 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 has immediate openings for Shipping/Receiving based out of St. George, New Brunswick.

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

The Role

As a result of our robust growth, we are seeking a Shipper/Receiver to join our Net Production team in our St. George location, and report to the Net Production Manager.

The Net Shipper/Receiver is responsible for receiving, organizing, distributing, and shipping nets and materials to support daily production operations. This role ensures accurate inventory handling, adherence to shipping and safety SOPs, and maintains a clean, organized work environment. The position works closely with production and inventory teams and may assist with net repairs, splicing, and seasonal duties as required.

Key Responsibilities:

Main Functions

• Shipping/receiving of all materials to and from suppliers/customers
• Organize and verify that all deliveries have been properly placed in designated location as per White Hut layout and Yard layout.There are no exceptions for misplacement/mismanagement of NETS /Inventory.
• Follow proper procedures laid out in Shipping & Handling-White Hut SOP
• Follow proper procedures laid out in Shipping & Handling-Yard SOP
• Use safe lifting practices/equipment when loading, unloading, and handling materials
• Repairing Nets and Splicing

Yard Functions

• Assist with receiving all products delivered to GMG, follow proper SOP when receiving and storing product as laid out in Shipping & Handling SOP.
• Supply materials daily to production as needed.Ensure net tub is emptied of nets that are ready to ship and then filled with nets that are needed for repair.
• Picking and staging orders for delivery
• Load/Unload of trucks (to include)Retail StoreBring back empty pallets back to Net Shop. Do not let accumulate behind Retail Store
• Perform weekly spot checks:White Hut & Yard
• Maintain cleanliness of facility and yard:Shipping/Receiving areaWhite Hut & Net YardNet Building & Parking Lot
• Work in cooperation with Inventory Coordinator
• Assist with inventory counts

Net Shop Functions

• Repair/Alter nets when needed
• Splicing rope when needed
• Ensuring supplies are available for repairs:Twine, Rope, & Netting
• Winter Duties:Snow Removal, clean and salt doorways
• Other tasks as required.
• On Fridays, ensure that shift working the weekend has enough supplies to last the weekend before leaving for the day. Check with supervisor on duty for that weekend.

Qualifications:

• Promote Health and Safety in the workplace
• Attend any scheduled training and production meetings, as needed.
• Basic computer skills
• Good written and oral communication
• Ability to work unsupervised and make independent decisions
• Good training skills
• Attention to detail
• Good judgement skills
• Initiative
• Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment
• Ability to work in an organized manner to meet goals

Working Conditions:

• Varied working environments (indoor/outdoor).
• Occasional heavy lifting or pulling.
• Work schedule is Monday to Friday, occasional weekends when required
• Work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., additional hours as required.

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 the fastest growing company in Atlantic Canada 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.

The Why

Why Cooke? Simple – 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.