Meat Processing Operative – Training & Progression

ABP Food Group; Lurgan; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progression opportunities

In-house training

NVQ qualifications

Free car parking

On-site canteen

Employee discount

Life insurance

Employee assistance

Job summary

ABP FOOD GROUP is seeking Production Operatives for its Abattoir in Lurgan. Roles are permanent and on-site, with full training provided. The team will work in a fast-paced meat production setting, meeting customer specifications and production deadlines.

Applicants should be able to work as part of a team, show initiative, and have good attendance. Benefits include opportunities for progression and in-house training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a food production environment is desirable.
• Ability to demonstrate knife skills or willingness to learn in semi-skilled/trainee roles.
• Good communication and initiative within a team.
• Good attendance and timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring carcasses are dressed and trimmed according to ABP and Customer specifications as directed by the Abattoir Manager/Supervisor.
• Ensuring work is carried out to the best of operative's abilities to meet production deadlines.
• Seeking training to maintain skills and remain up to date with best practice.
• Ensuring that all parts of the carcase are trimmed to produce optimum production yield while adhering to legislation and company requirements.
• Working as part of a team and taking responsibility for own work.
• Carrying out all procedures in a safe manner in accordance with training.
• Always complying with company policy and procedures on safe food handling and hygiene.
• Maintaining responsibility for operational effectiveness of equipment and machinery and report faults to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Maintaining personal PPE.
• Carrying out any other reasonable duties assigned.

Skills

Knife skills

Willingness to learn

Good communication

Teamwork

Attendance & timekeeping

Job description

ABP FOOD GROUP is seeking Production Operatives for its Abattoir in Lurgan. Roles are permanent and on-site, with full training provided. The team will work in a fast-paced meat production setting, meeting customer specifications and production deadlines.

Applicants should be able to work as part of a team, show initiative, and have good attendance. Benefits include opportunities for progression and in-house training opportunities.