General Operative (Abbattoir)

Dunbia Group; Bedford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunbia Group is seeking an Abattoir Operative to join its meat processing plant. The role involves operating machinery, handling animals, and supporting production in a fast-paced facility with strict food safety standards.

Work is Monday to Friday with piece-rate pay. The company offers opportunities for training and progression for the right candidates in a leading European meat processing group.

Qualifications

• The role is physically demanding and requires stamina.
• Attention to detail is essential for precise processing steps.
• Teamwork and communication with colleagues are important.
• Ability to follow instruction is critical for health, safety and production rules.
• Willingness to work in various areas of the plant and adapt to tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and use knives and saws to process carcasses.
• Follow food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Meet daily and weekly production targets in a fast-paced environment.
• Work as part of a team in the production area.
• Perform basic cleaning and maintain equipment and work areas.

Skills

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Adaptability

Job description

Working hours: Monday to Friday – Job and finish (Piece rate)

We are actively seeking applications for the role of Abattoir Operative to join an industry leader that provides opportunities for training and progression to the right candidates. You will be working in a production environment within a meat processing plant in one of Europe's leading food companies; suppliers of choice to a range of leading local, national and international supermarket, foodservice and manufacturing businesses exporting to over 50 countries worldwide.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities (but not limited to):

Duties include operating machinery, using knives and saws to process carcasses, following food safety and hygiene regulations, meeting production targets, and working as part of a team in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

• Animal Handling & Slaughter: Stunning, legging and preparing animals for slaughter.
• Processing: Using knives and saws to split carcasses, trim meat, and remove skin or hides.
• Equipment Operation: Operating specialized machinery and automated processing equipment.
• Quality & Safety: Adhering strictly to food safety, animal welfare, and hygiene regulations to ensure a high-quality product with minimal waste.
• Production Targets: Working efficiently and meeting daily and weekly production targets in a fast-paced environment.
• Teamwork: Collaborating with other operatives and the wider factory team.
• Maintenance: Performing basic cleaning and maintaining equipment and work areas.

Qualifications

Skills & Qualities

• Physical Stamina: The role is physically demanding and requires the ability to lift, carry, and stand for extended periods.
• Attention to Detail: Essential for adhering to precise processing steps and quality standards.
• Teamwork & Communication: Working effectively with colleagues.
• Ability to Follow Instructions: Critical for meeting health, safety, and production requirements.
• Adaptability: Willingness to work in various areas of the plant and on different tasks

No company sponsorship is available to overseas applicants for this position.