Fish Processing Technician (Full-Time)

Motor City Seafood Company is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Fish Processor/Fish Filleter to join our dynamic team in Highland Park. As a growing statewide company, we pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality seafood products while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability, food safety, and customer satisfaction.

As a Fish Processing Technician, you will be responsible for processing and preparing a variety of raw fish products for distribution and sale. Your primary focus will be maintaining product quality while following strict food safety and sanitation standards. You will learn to scale, gut, pin-bone, and fillet multiple fish species while working alongside skilled filleters who will train you on our standards, processes, and procedures

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Punctuality is a top priority. Shift starts at 4:30 AM sharp. If you cannot consistently arrive on time, this position is not the right fit.
• Clean, scale, gut, and fillet fish using proper tools and techniques. Training provided.
• Previous knife skills are helpful, but not required - we value initiative, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn.
• Remove bones and skin from fish fillets as required.
• Report any product quality concerns immediately to management.
• Operate and maintain processing equipment, including filleting and deboning machines.
• Weigh, grade, re-pack, and label processed seafood products according to specifications.
• Ensure proper storage and preservation of seafood products, including refrigeration and freezing.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while following sanitation and hygiene standards.
• Monitor and record processing times and related production data.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily production goals and quality standards.
• Pack wholesale orders as needed.
• Report equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to supervisors promptly.

Work Schedule

The Fish Processing Technician is a full-time position.

• Shift begins at 4:30 AM sharp.
• Weekend hours are required based on production needs and scheduling demands.

Pay & Benefits

• $18–$22 per hour, based on qualifications and experience
• 90-day performance review
• Vacation and personal time
• Six paid holidays
• Health benefits package available

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The Fish Processing Technician will work onsite at our state-of-the-art production facility in Highland Park, Michigan.

Physical demands include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to work in a temperature-controlled environment below 40°F
• Ability to safely use knives, tools, and processing equipment
• Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
• Exposure to FDA-approved cleaning chemicals
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment
• Frequent use of hands for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and crouching throughout the shift
• Ability to lift, stack, move, and rotate items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to push or pull carts requiring up to 100 pounds of force

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older with valid identification and legal work authorization
• Punctuality is mandatory. This position starts at 4:30 AM with no exceptions
• Previous seafood preparation or processing experience is helpful, but not required
• Food safety or seafood handling certifications are a plus, but not required

Skills & Abilities

• Knife handling experience and familiarity with cutting equipment preferred
• Knowledge of fish species and seafood processing techniques is beneficial
• Understanding of food safety procedures and sanitation standards preferred
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends
• Must wear proper clothing suitable for cold production environments
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production setting
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Physical stamina and ability to perform repetitive tasks and heavy lifting
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong professionalism, communication, and attendance habits

Additional Requirements

• Follow all company policies, procedures, work rules, and signed agreements
• Cooperate professionally with management and team members at Motor City Seafood Company
• Comply with all OSHA, FDA, and MDARD regulations applicable to the position

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

About Motor City Seafood Company

Motor City Seafood Company is southeastern Michigan's premier seafood wholesaler and processor. Our products are delivered straight into Detroit, allowing us to offer the freshest fish that the area has experienced. Offering select premium, sustainable seafood, we pride ourselves on keeping focus on our quality products and customers. Motor City Seafood Company is HACCP certified and conveniently located minutes from Detroit Metro Airport and along the myriad of expressways, linking our facility to reach our customers around metro Detroit, downtown Detroit, Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Traverse City and surrounding areas.

Motor City Seafood Company provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Motor City Seafood Company will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, or student, because of a physical impairment regarding any position or program for which that person is qualified.