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Weekend Fish Processing Plant Jobs in Chicago, IL

Chicago Botanic Garden

Plant Propagator

Glencoe, IL · On-site

$26 - $30.55/hr

Manager, Plant Production Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.(weekends and ... Identify operational challenges, recommend practical solutions, and contribute to process ...

Moffitt

PLANT OPERATOR II

Chicago, IL

... processes. Creates a bill of materials from blueprints. Demonstrates troubleshooting and problem ... Ability to work various work shifts and/or weekends as needed. Ability to travel between other ...

Moffitt

PLANT OPERATOR II

Chicago, IL

... processes. Creates a bill of materials from blueprints. Demonstrates troubleshooting and problem ... Ability to work various work shifts and/or weekends as needed. Ability to travel between other ...

Moffitt

PLANT OPERATOR II

Chicago, IL

... processes. Creates a bill of materials from blueprints. Demonstrates troubleshooting and problem ... Ability to work various work shifts and/or weekends as needed. Ability to travel between other ...

Fermilab

Plant Operator

Batavia, IL · On-site

$28.30 - $34.51/hr

Ability and willingness to work overtime and weekends as required. * Must be available to respond ... Knowledge of cryogenics and the refrigeration process is desirable. Physical Activity and Work ...

KIK Consumer Product

Process Engineer

Chicago, IL

$100K - $120K/yr

... weekend support during startups, shutdowns, and planned project work) to provide technical ... Support plant reliability initiatives through root cause analysis (RCA), failure elimination ...

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KIK Consumer Products, Inc.

Process Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

... weekend support during startups, shutdowns, and planned project work) to provide technical ... Support plant reliability initiatives through root cause analysis (RCA), failure elimination ...

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How much do weekend fish processing plant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend fish processing plant in Chicago, IL is $18.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $18.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Fish Processing Plant vs Fish Processing Line Worker?

AspectWeekend Fish Processing PlantFish Processing Line Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, safety certificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent, safety certifications
Work EnvironmentCold, wet, industrial processing plantCold, wet, industrial processing plant
Industry UsageUsed interchangeably in the seafood industryCommonly used in seafood processing facilities

Both roles typically require similar certifications and work in cold, industrial environments within seafood processing plants. The term "Weekend Fish Processing Plant" often refers to the job setting or schedule, while "Fish Processing Line Worker" describes the specific job function. They are closely related, with overlapping duties and work conditions, making them often interchangeable in job searches and industry discussions.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Fish Processing Plant job openings in Chicago, IL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,078 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Overnight Seafood Cooler Associate

Fortune International, LLC

Bensenville, IL • On-site

$18.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 hours ago

Posted today

Job description

Summary of Position:

As a member of the seafood production team, you will be responsible for various general warehouse tasks, including loading, unloading, stocking, inventory management, labeling, and receiving goods. Maintaining the seafood cooler is also essential to ensuring efficient warehouse operations, as it helps uphold high safety and sanitation standards at all times.


Responsibilities:

  • Cold storage management: Organize, stock, and rotate seafood inventory in refrigerated or sub-zero cooling environments.
  • Sanitation and Hygiene: Sanitize work surfaces, floors, and equipment using specialized cleaning solutions in compliance with GMP.
  • Product handling: Opening packaging, sorting products by grade/size, and packing them into designated containers, boxes, or ice-filled crates for shipping.
  • Quality Assurance; Visibility inspects raw materials and finished goods for abnormalities, defects, or foreign materials.
  • Compliance: Document cleaned areas and production metrics in accordance with SOP and food safety.
  • Unload products, containers, and stock them in the designated area.
  • Ensure that the product is properly placed on racks, shelves, or in bins according to established practice.
  • Marks materials with identifying information.
  • Records the number of materials or items received or distributed.
  • Arranges products in the specified sequence for processing by other workers as needed.
  • Drives forklifts or other motorized equipment when necessary to transport items within the plant.
  • Supports in maintaining inventory records.
  • Inbound processing of returned products, alert production managers.
  • Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.


Minimum Requirements:

  • Education – High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience – One to two years of related experience in a food processing plant or cold storage warehouse. Seafood experience is a plus.
  • Work ethic – A sense of urgency in meeting critical and time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Language – Basic English speaking and written proficiency.
  • Mathematical – Ability to perform basic arithmetic tasks – adding, subtracting, dividing, and multiplying.
  • Physical demands: Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry heavy loads (typically up to 40 to 50 pounds).
  • Work Environment: Must be highly comfortable standing for long periods in consistently cold climates of 35º or lower, wet, and odorous environments.
  • A combination of the above will also be considered.

Fortune Fish & Gourmet is an equal opportunity employer.


Our Mission is to elevate meals and lives by uniting unmatched product quality and selection with responsible sourcing, faithful stewardship, and unparalleled commitment to our customers’ and team members’ success.

Our Vision is a world in which we can all:

Do good. Be great. Scale excellence.