ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Fish Packing Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Marukai

Seafood Associate

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

Cutting, Packing, and Cleaning Fish Food Preparation Ensuring seafood is handled, stocked, rotated and merchandised Checking product temperature to ensure freshness and quality Maintaining a knife ...

MARUKAI CORPORATION

Seafood Associate

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

... Packing, and Cleaning Fish • Food Preparation • Ensuring seafood is handled, stocked, rotated and merchandised • Checking product temperature to ensure freshness and quality • Maintaining a ...

PACIFIC AMERICAN FISH CO INC

SRLA Clerk

Vernon, CA

$20/hr

Prepare outbound shipments, including packing, labeling, and staging products for dispatch. Coordinate with company drivers and third-party carriers to ensure timely deliveries. Generate and verify ...

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 ...

GCL

Operations Coordinator

South San Francisco, CA · On-site

$27 - $31/hr

Recommend appropriate packing solutions for fine art shipments. * Book air freight with airlines ... Fish and Wildlife Service, USDA, OFAC, and other government agencies. * Research and compile ...

REVOLVE

Global Shipping & Compliance Lead

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$19 - $28/hr

S. Fish & Wildlife (USFWS) and other government-agency requirements, and serves as the primary ... Prepare accurate export documentation, including commercial and proforma invoices, packing lists ...

Just Food For Dogs

Production Associate

San Diego, CA · On-site

Cooking, Mixing, & Packing: Operate kitchen equipment to cook, mix, and package pet food batches ... fish, peanuts, and other allergens. If you have food-related allergies or require reasonable ...

Just Food For Dogs

Production Associate

San Diego, CA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Cooking, Mixing, & Packing: Operate kitchen equipment to cook, mix, and package pet food batches ... fish, peanuts, and other allergens. If you have food-related allergies or require reasonable ...

Just Food For Dogs

Production Associate

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Cooking, Mixing, & Packing: Operate kitchen equipment to cook, mix, and package pet food batches ... fish, peanuts, and other allergens. If you have food-related allergies or require reasonable ...

previous pagenext page

Showing results 21-40

All JobsFish Packing JobsFish Packing Jobs in California

Fish Packing information

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.

What does a fish packing worker do?

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 skills and qualifications are needed for fish packing?

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 are popular job titles related to Fish Packing jobs in California?

For Fish Packing jobs in California, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What job categories do people searching Fish Packing jobs in California look for?

The top searched job categories for Fish Packing jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Fish Packing jobs?

Cities in California with the most Fish Packing job openings:

Fish Packing jobs near you
Infographic showing various Fish Packing job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 7% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Seafood Associate

Marukai

Costa Mesa, CA • On-site

Temporary

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Join Our Team!
Love sashimi and seafood?
We're looking for passionate people to join us-no experience required!
(We are currently hiring on a temporary basis, but there is an opportunity to transition to a regular position after 90 days)

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

We're immediately hiring associates for ourSeafood 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

May qualify for 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

Ensuring seafood is handled, stocked, rotated and merchandised

Checking product temperature to ensure freshness and quality

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

Weighing, pricing, labeling, organizing and rotating perishable products per Marukai standards

Ensuring all seafood products are in its rightful place, so shoppers may find what they need quickly and easily

Preparing Sashimi platters

Cutting vegetables and preparing Poke

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

Cleaning and sanitizing 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

Meeting or exceeding Department's sales goals as assigned through Company policies and procedures

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

Ensuring 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.

Apply