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What is a fish processing supervisor and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
2 min read
ScoreFish Processing SupervisorUS Average
Salary
2.3

Avg. Salary $29,819

Avg. Salary $59,228

Diversity
4.1
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.70%

Asian 4.47%

Black or African American 8.08%

Hispanic or Latino 21.62%

Unknown 4.06%

White 61.07%

Gender

female 19.38%

male 80.62%

Age - 47
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 47
Stress level
8.1

Stress level is high

7.1 - high

Complexity level
7.1

Complexity level is challenging

7 - challenging

Work life balance
3.3

Work life balance is poor

6.4 - fair

Key steps to become a fish processing supervisor

  1. Explore fish processing supervisor education requirements

    Most common fish processing supervisor degrees

    High School Diploma

    54.9 %

    Associate

    14.1 %

    Bachelor's

    13.0 %
  2. Start to develop specific fish processing supervisor skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Gut46.32%
    Filet10.19%
    Fresh Fish8.31%
    Cold Environment5.98%
    Assembly Line5.78%
  3. Complete relevant fish processing supervisor training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New fish processing supervisors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a fish processing supervisor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real fish processing supervisor resumes.
  4. Research fish processing supervisor duties and responsibilities

    • Utilize and manage KRONOS timekeeping software in updating and maintaining payroll records; prepare and upload end-of-shift reports into SharePoint.
    • Work the gut table and fillet line.
    • Assist in research of DBT with adolescent populations.
    • Participate as part of DBT treatment team member.
  5. Apply for fish processing supervisor jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a fish processing supervisor job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average fish processing supervisor salary

The average fish processing supervisor salary in the United States is $29,819 per year or $14 per hour. Fish processing supervisor salaries range between $15,000 and $55,000 per year.

Average fish processing supervisor salary
$29,819 Yearly
$14.34 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
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The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

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