Skilled/Experienced Slaughter Operative

Kepak Group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Kepak Group is seeking a Skilled Slaughter Operative for its meat processing facility in Aberdeen. This role involves the slaughter and preparation of high-quality beef and lamb products. Candidates should be experienced and able to work effectively in a team environment. A strong work ethic and flexibility to meet production targets are essential.

Benefits

31 days annual leave per year

25% Discount in on-site Butcher Shop

Subsidised canteen with hot food options

Employee Discount Platform access

Refer a Friend Scheme offering bonuses

Bike to Work Scheme

Long Service Awards

GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Competence and significant experience in slaughter preferred.
• Fluent English to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work in a high-volume meat processing factory.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for slaughter, dressing, and preparation of carcasses.
• Ensure highest product standards and report issues immediately.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing processes.

Skills

Knife Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Team Player

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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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 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

• 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
• Team Player
• Overtime rate of time and a half applies when you work over 44 hours/week
• Competency based rate of pay starting from £11.63/h + bonus
• Industry training and professional development
• 31 days annual leave per year (after probation)
• 25% Discount in our on site Butcher Shop
• Subsidised canteen serving multiple hot food options for breakfast and lunch
• Employee Discount Platform - All Kepak employees are entitled to access to the WrkIt platform, which offers significant discounts and cashback with hundreds of brands.
• Refer a Friend Scheme - Earn a referral bonus up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to Kepak Group.
• 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!
• Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and award the dedication and valuable contribution of long serving employees
• 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.