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Santa Monica Seafood

1st Shift Packer

Chicago, IL

$17.50/hr

Job Brief As a packer, you are responsible for processing the highest quality of fresh fish to fulfill customer orders. Additionally, this individual is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and ...

Josh's Frogs

Insect Packer (Evergreen)

Durand, MI

$15/hr

... fish. We respect and protect our people and animals, value integrity, and commit to constant ... Your primary responsibilities will be packing insects into shipping-friendly containers, creating ...

Fortune Fish & Gourmet

Warehouse Associate

Minneapolis, MN

$16.75 - $19.75/hr

Warehouse Associate Fortune Fish & Gourmet is a highly successful meat and seafood processor and ... packing station or shipping department and prepare for shipping * Ensure that product is handled in ...

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 ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for fish packing in the United States is $16.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.79 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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Individual Placement- Operations and Management at Warm Springs Fish Health Center 2

Individual Placement- Operations and Management at Warm Springs Fish Health Center 2

Student Conservation Association

Warm Springs, GA • On-site

$500/wk

Temporary

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Position Summary
This individual placement position will support the operations and management of the Warm Springs Fish Health Center. Warm Springs Fish Health Center works hand in hand with our regional hatcheries, numerous state hatcheries, tribal hatcheries and private fish farm owners to ensure the aquatic species reared and housed in those facilities are receiving the highest standard of care. Fish health staff works with hatchery staff to help maintain a pathogen free water supply, prepare and implement effective biosecurity plans, ensure that the all feed is high quality and pathogen free, and address animal health, husbandry, and water quality concerns.
Location
Warm Springs, GA
Schedule
6/29/2026 to 12/23/2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The selected individual will be conducting aquatic animal health inspections and certifications, performing wild fish health surveys, and executing disease diagnostic tests for National Fish Hatcheries, as well as State and Tribal facilities in the southeastern United States. Members will assist biologists with dissection, collection, packing, transportation, and downstream processing, including performing a variety of laboratory tests on biological materials from aquatic animal tissues for examination; Help in entering, organizing, and conducting preliminary analyses of collected data using standard statistical methods to prepare aquatic animal health reports; Support biologists in summarizing data through various database software programs (e.g., LIMS) or other presentation methods, ensuring records are detailed, precise, and accurately maintained. There will be the opportunity for the selected individual to travel regionally to conduct Tribal, Federal, and State Hatchery inspections.
Marginal Duties
Assist with the ordering and recordkeeping of supplies; preparation of media; Storage, as well as the disposal of materials upon completion of assays in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), applicable laws, and regulations; Assist fish health staff with various building and property maintenance tasks.
Required Qualifications
Posses a valid driver's license Demonstrate a strong interest in microbiology, fish health, or fish and wildlife management. Comfortable working in a laboratory setting Travel is required
This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.
Preferred Qualifications
Currently perusing or recently obtained a degree in microbiology, conservation biology, natural resources, or fish/wildlife management.
Hours
40 per week
Living Accommodations
Member responsible for acquiring housing. Housing allowance of $500/month provided.
Compensation
Living allowance - $600/week; Housing allowance - $500/month; Reimbursable Moving Allowance of $1,100; Reimbursable Duty Related Travel Allowance of $3,500; Opt-in Health Insurance
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
Recommended
Additional Benefits
Defensive Driving Training
First Aid/CPR
AmeriCorps: Not Eligible
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.

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