Job Title:
Assistant Plant Manager
Client:
Seafood Processing | Manufacturing
Location:
Vancouver, British Columbia
Salary Range:
$70,000–$90,000 starting salary
Job Type:
Full-Time
Remote Allowed:
No
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Typical 7:30am–4:30pm | Occasional 6:00am starts
Position Overview
Hands-on leadership role within a seafood processing plant. Supports daily plant operations, works directly on the production floor, and steps into plant-level operational decision-making as needed. Designed for experienced seafood professionals ready for greater ownership.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Plant Manager in overseeing daily plant operations
- Work directly on the production floor alongside teams
- Assist with daily plant setup and operational coordination
- Manage inbound and outbound logistics including early truck unloading
- Maintain workflow efficiency across multiple product lines
- Uphold production standards and plant performance
- Step into leadership responsibilities and operational decisions as required
Required Experience & Qualifications
- 5–10+ years of seafood processing or related fish processing experience
- Strong understanding of fish species and product lines
- Knowledge of vessels, gear, and seafood supply chain logistics
- Experience working within a production plant environment
- Prior supervisory or assistant management experience preferred
- Forklift certification required
- Basic computer proficiency
- Willingness to learn internal plant software
Compensation & Growth
Starting salary between $70,000 and $90,000 depending on experience. Structured salary progression available for long-term performers. Strong long-term growth potential within plant leadership.