Packing Technician

Oceans, Reefs & Aquariums • Fort Pierce, FL

9d

About The Position

Oceans, Reefs & Aquariums (ORA®) produces aquacultured saltwater fish, invertebrates, and live aquarium foods for the marine aquarium hobby. The ORA hatchery complex is located at Florida Atlantic University’s Harbor Branch Campus in Ft. Pierce, Florida. ORA is the largest marine ornamental hatchery in North America and we are constantly developing new techniques to bring the finest captive bred specimens to environmentally conscientious aquarists throughout the world. Aquacultured marine life is the only alternative to wild caught fish and invertebrates for aquariums.
Primary job duties include prepping and packing of live tropical fish and invertebrates for ship out.
Applicants will be required to:
- Learn packing techniques such as clipping and sealing plastic bags
- Learn the various species of fish and inverts in the company’s product line
- Prepare bags and boxes for shipping
- Receive and acclimate fish from hatcheries
- Clean aquarium systems and feed fish

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Clean driving record
• Ability to lift and carry at least 50lbs
• Flexible schedule – Some early morning and late evening work required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with tropical fish and corals preferred

Responsibilities

• Learn packing techniques such as clipping and sealing plastic bags
• Learn the various species of fish and inverts in the company’s product line
• Prepare bags and boxes for shipping
• Receive and acclimate fish from hatcheries
• Clean aquarium systems and feed fish

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees