Skilled/Experienced Slaughter Operative

Kepak McIntosh Donald are a globally recognised brand and the largest red meat producer in Scotland; raised on open pastures, sourced from local farmers and hand-selected by our master butchers, we produce beef and lamb products with integrity and unmatched quality assurance.

We are now recruiting for experienced Slaughter Operatives.

Job Purpose: Responsible for slaughter, dressing and preparation of carcasses and edible offal for sale and consumption in accordance with Company SOP’s.

Key Responsibilities

1. Perform slaughter, dressing, and preparation of carcasses and edible offal at line speed
2. Participate fully in Lean Manufacturing processes and embrace new methods of working
3. Completing assigned tasks in a timely manner to meet daily targets
4. Ensure product is of the highest standard, reporting any issues to the Line Supervisor immediately
5. Be familiar with the daily production plan and work as part of the team to set up the line, complete checks and ensuring materials are ready to use
6. Perform all prestart, hygiene and safety checks as instructed
7. Maintaining good understanding and knowledge of Company SOP’s and yields
8. Complying with quality specifications and understanding yield values
9. Complying with Company’s knife and health and safety rules, including hygiene requirements
10. Report all breakages, damages or defaults of equipment immediately to Line Supervisor, only using equipment when safe to do so
11. Reporting any accidents or near misses, assisting with investigations as instructed/necessary
12. Minimising and reporting of waste appropriately
13. Preparing carcasses and offal to the required standards
14. Maintaining and securely storing tools and equipment
15. Actively participate in all required company training
16. Any other duties as instructed by supervisors/management and within the competency of the post holder

Minimum Requirements:

1. Competence and significant experience in slaughter and/or knife skills preferred
2. Previous experience working in a high-volume meat processing factory highly beneficial
3. Able to work in warm environment
4. Manual handling ability and awareness
5. Fluent English, communicate well in written and oral form with multi-nationals on all levels
6. Flexibility to meet daily production targets
7. Consistent approach and strong work ethic
8. Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team
9. Adaptable to change and production demands
10. Passion for food
11. Team Player

Benefits:

1. Overtime rate of time and a half applies when you work over 44 hours/week
2. Competency based rate of pay starting from £11.63/h + bonus
3. Industry training and professional development
4. 31 days annual leave per year (after probation)
5. 25% Discount in our on site Butcher Shop
6. Subsidised canteen serving multiple hot food options for breakfast and lunch
7. Employee Discount Platform – All Kepak employees are entitled to access to the WrkIt platform, which offers significant discounts and cashback with hundreds of brands.
8. Refer a Friend Scheme – Earn a referral bonus up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to Kepak Group.
9. Bike to Work Scheme – You can buy a bike and safety equipment through a salary sacrifice scheme which reduces your taxable income – meaning you pay less tax!
10. Long Service Awards – We recognise, acknowledge and award the dedication and valuable contribution of long serving employees
11. GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program – help with a wide range of topics including mental health and wellbeing support, family and relationship advice, debt management, back to work support, and counselling for all Kepak colleagues and their families.

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