Picker and Shipper Associate

SUMMARY
The Picker and Shipper Associate’s main role is catching and handling fish and other aquatic animals safely and efficiently for shipment. This hands-on position is vital for maintaining healthy stock, ensuring animals are collected with care, and meeting daily deadlines and departmental goals. The Picker and Shipper Associate also contribute to maintaining a safe, organized work environment and communicates effectively with Managers when needed.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Properly collect (catch) and handle all aquatic livestock (fish) for shipment.
• Properly use of handle device (scanner) as a catcher/picker
• Properly bag, clip, and box orders for outgoing shipments.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure all outgoing shipments meet facility standards.
• Meet daily deadlines and contribute to department goals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation.
• Practice good judgment in decision-making and communicate efficiently with Managers when their involvement is necessary.
• Assist with loading and unloading animals for outgoing shipments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Assist with labeling and packaging for outgoing shipments.
• Open to work in a support role in other production departments when it is needed.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent experience preferred.
• Positive attitude and professional, respectful communication.
• Strong observational skills to ensure quality of shipments.
• Sound judgment and ability to use common sense for effective decision-making.
• Ability to work well independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure
• Willingness to perform other duties or assist other departments as needed.
• A valid driver’s license is a plus.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus but not required.
• Previously worked in aquarium or warehouse is a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standing and active movement for long periods (7+ hours/day).
• Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 40 lbs., kneel, bend, crouch, squat, and stand for extended periods.