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Fish Packing Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Marukai

Seafood/Fish Associate

West Covina, CA

Cutting, Packing, and Cleaning Fish Food Preparation Ensures seafood is handled, stocked, rotated and merchandised Checks product temperature to ensure freshness and quality Ability to maintain a ...

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Overhill Farms, Inc.

Packing Associate

Vernon, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

Our custom product lines include poultry, meat and fish specialties, pastas, soups, sauces ... Packing Associate EFFECTIVE DATE : 10/10/23 REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor DEPARTMENT:

R.W. Zant

Meat Production Packer

Los Angeles, CA

$18/hr

Meat Packer Location: Los Angeles, CA Pay Rate: $18.00/hour Schedule: Monday - Friday (10AM-6:30PM ... Possible exposure to food allergens (meat, fish, shellfish, etc.) Join Our Team! If you're ready to ...

R.W. Zant

Meat Production Packer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$18/hr

Meat Packer Location: Los Angeles, CA Pay Rate: $18.00/hour Schedule: Monday - Friday (10AM-6:30PM ... Possible exposure to food allergens (meat, fish, shellfish, etc.) Join Our Team! If you're ready to ...

R.W. Zant

Meat Production Packer

Los Angeles, CA

$18/hr

Meat Packer 📍 Location: Los Angeles, CA 💲 Pay Rate: $18.00/hour 🕒 Schedule: Monday ... meat, fish, shellfish, etc.) 🚀 Join Our Team! If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and be ...

SkillsetGroup

Quality Control

Torrance, CA · On-site

$24/hr

We are looking for employees to join our Delicatessen, Sushi, Fresh Fish, Meat, Data Entry ... Performs with inspecting Production packing quality of products. Performs with shelf life testing.

BBSI Southern California

Warehouse Manager

Ontario, CA · On-site

$71K - $75K/yr

... packing, shipping, inventory control, and freight coordination. This role owns performance across ... Enforce WMS (Flying Fish preferred) compliance and maintain data integrity * Oversee inventory ...

PAFCO

Production Mechanic

Vernon, CA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

... fish processing and manufacturing facility. This includes performing preventative maintenance to ... slicers, vacuum packers, scales, pumps, chillers). * Inspect and troubleshoot mechanical ...

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How much do fish packing jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for fish packing in California is $16.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.23 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Fish Packing position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Fish Packing, you need attention to detail, physical stamina, and the ability to work quickly and efficiently, often requiring a high school diploma or equivalent. Knowledge of basic food safety standards and the use of weighing scales, packing machines, and protective equipment is usually required, while some facilities may seek food handling certifications. Teamwork, reliability, and a strong work ethic are important soft skills for success in this role. These skills help ensure product quality, safe handling, and a smooth workflow in a fast-paced, production-focused environment.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in fish packing?

A typical day in fish packing involves preparing, sorting, and packaging various types of fish to meet safety and quality standards, often while standing for extended periods in a chilled environment. You may work as part of a team on a production line, ensuring fish are correctly labeled, stored, and shipped according to customer and regulatory requirements. Tasks can include operating packing machinery, inspecting products for quality, and maintaining clean workstations. Collaboration with supervisors, quality control staff, and fellow packers is common to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently.

What is a Fish Packing job?

A Fish Packing job involves processing, sorting, and packaging fish and seafood products for distribution. Workers clean, weigh, and pack fish according to company and industry standards while maintaining hygiene and safety regulations. The role may require working in cold environments and handling machinery. It is a physically demanding job that requires attention to detail and adherence to food safety guidelines.

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Seafood/Fish Associate

Marukai

West Covina, CA

Part-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 14 hours ago

Job description

Store Support Associate (Seafood Department)

Marukai Markets dba TOKYO CENTRAL is one of the fastest-growing chain of retail stores and supermarkets offering the widest selection of Japanese and Hawaiian imported grocery and retail products in the nation. Customers are provided with a variety of products that you will not find in a typical grocery store environment. Fresh, seasonal, and variety of foods are our passion!

We're immediately hiring associates for our Seafood Department. Seafood clerks and experienced Sashimi and Fish Cutters are needed!

*This is a summary of some key duties and physical requirements and is not intended to be a complete job description.

Benefits/Perks

Employee Discounts

Paid Sick Leave

Health Insurance

Supplemental Insurance available for Life and Disability Insurance

401 K (after one year)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES in Seafood Department (Seafood Clerk) (responsibilities include, but are not limited to):

Cutting, Packing, and Cleaning Fish

Food Preparation

Ensures seafood is handled, stocked, rotated and merchandised

Checks product temperature to ensure freshness and quality

Ability to maintain a knife grip in order to cut fish or other seafood to specification

Ability to weigh, price, label, organize and rotate perishable products per Marukai' standards

Ensures that all seafood products are in its right place, so shoppers can find what they need quickly and easily

Prepare Sashimi platters

Cutting vegetables and preparing poki

Cutting and labeling seafood items

Operating pallet jack, scissor lift, baler, compactor and scrub machine

Unpacking and stocking seafood items

Maintaining cleanliness of the store/ store upkeep

Must clean and sanitize work areas

Work Environment will be in extreme temperature

Customer Service:

Providing premier customer service, including greeting them and responding to questions

Engaging in suggestive selling and other sales techniques

Meets or exceeds Department's sales goals assigned through the efficient execution of Company policies and procedures

Maintains cleanliness of work area, storage area, and selling floor

Ensures a safe and clean work environment

Cross Training:

Store Support Associates exemplify teamwork and are open to and willing to be trained and step in when needed in all departments and similar skilled areas for filling and development opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Must be 18 or older to use sharp knives, use ladders, scaffolds or their substitutes, substitutes above 6 feet in height, and to operate or assist in operating power-driven machinery or equipment.

Must be able to use job related equipment such as slicer, scale, saw, knife and wrapper

No experience required, but a minimum of 1-2 years of work experience in a similar work environment is preferred

Experience as a Seafood clerk or Fish Cutter is preferred

Possess a CA Food Handling license or the ability to acquire one

Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds without aid

Exposure to potential hazards exists with respect to equipment and work aides necessary to perform job duties. Hands are in frequent contact with water, vegetables, and fish while performing job duties.

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