Abattoir Operative- Skilled

Kepak Group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonus

31 days leave

Pension Scheme

Death in Service

Refer a Friend

On-site Parking

Canteen

Cycle to Work

EV Scheme

Long Service Awards

Gym Discounts

Training & Development

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Kepak Group in Scotland is seeking experienced Abattoir Operatives to join our high-volume production team. You will slaughter, dress and prepare carcasses and offal, ensuring quality and safety standards.

You will work within Lean Manufacturing processes, support daily targets and maintain a clean, safe work area in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have significant slaughter experience, strong English communication, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Competence and significant experience in slaughter and/or knife skills.
• Experience in high-volume meat processing preferred.
• Able to work in warm environment.
• Manual handling ability and awareness.
• Fluent English, able to communicate with multi-nationals.

Responsibilities

• Perform slaughter, dressing, and preparation of carcasses and edible offal at line speed.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing processes and adopt new methods.
• Complete assigned tasks to meet daily targets.
• Ensure product quality and report issues to Line Supervisor.
• Be familiar with daily production plan and set up the line.
• Perform prestart, hygiene and safety checks as instructed.
• Maintain knowledge of SOPs and yields.
• Comply with quality specs and health and safety rules.
• Report breakages or equipment issues immediately.
• Assist with investigations for accidents or near misses.
• Minimise waste and store tools securely.
• Participate in training and any other duties as required.

Skills

Slaughter experience

Knife skills

Team player

Fluent English

Job description

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 Abattoir 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

• Perform slaughter, dressing, and preparation of carcasses and edible offal at line speed


• Participate fully in Lean Manufacturing processes and embrace new methods of working


• Completing assigned tasks in a timely manner to meet daily targets


• Ensure product is of the highest standard, reporting any issues to the Line Supervisor immediately


• 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


• Perform all prestart, hygiene and safety checks as instructed


• Maintaining good understanding and knowledge of Company SOP's and yields


• Complying with quality specifications and understanding yield values


• Complying with Company's knife and health and safety rules, including hygiene requirements


• Report all breakages, damages or defaults of equipment immediately to Line Supervisor, only using equipment when safe to do so


• Reporting any accidents or near misses, assisting with investigations as instructed/necessary


• Minimising and reporting of waste appropriately


• Preparing carcasses and offal to the required standards


• Maintaining and securely storing tools and equipment


• Actively participate in all required company training


• Any other duties as instructed by supervisors/management and within the competency of the post holder

Requirements

• Competence and significant experience in slaughter and/or knife skills preferred


• Previous experience working in a high-volume meat processing factory highly beneficial


• Able to work in warm environment


• Manual handling ability and awareness


• Fluent English, communicate well in written and oral form with multi-nationals on all levels


• Flexibility to meet daily production targets


• Consistent approach and strong work ethic


• Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team


• Adaptable to change and production demands


• Passion for food


• Team Player

Benefits

• Performance Bonus- Opportunity to earn a bonus based on your performance and development


• Pay Grading system- offering the chance to increase your earnings as you advance in your role


• 31 days annual leave per year (after probation)


• Annual Holiday Purchase Scheme - Need a little more time off? Purchase additional annual leave


• Company Pension Scheme - Helping you plan for the future with access to our company pension scheme


• Death in Service Benefit - Eligible salaried employees are covered by our Death in Service benefit, providing financial support and peace of mind for your loved ones


• Refer a Friend Scheme - Earn up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to join Kepak


• Free On-Site Parking - Our site has dedicated staff parking, available free of charge for all colleagues


• Subsidised On-Site Canteen - Enjoy a variety of freshly prepared hot meals and food options at reduced prices in our on-site canteen


• Cycle to Work Scheme - Save money on a new bike and cycling equipment through our salary sacrifice scheme


• Electric Vehicle Scheme - Access an electric vehicle through our salary sacrifice scheme


• Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and celebrate the loyalty, dedication and valuable contributions of our long-serving colleagues


• Discounted Gym Memberships - Support your health and wellbeing with access to discounted gym memberships


• Training and Development - We are committed to helping you grow your career through structured onboarding, regular online and in-person training, and clear opportunities for career progression


• Mentoring and Leadership Development Programmes - Whether you're looking to build new skills or take the next step in your career, our mentoring and leadership development programmes are designed to help you reach your full potential


• GroceryAid Employee Assistance Programme - Free and confidential emotional, practical and financial support for all Kepak colleagues, including access to counselling, mental health support, legal guidance and a 24/7 confidential helpline


• Financial Advice & Will Writing - Access free mortgage advice and a complementary will writing service as part of your employee benefits package