Prawn Processing Operator – Day or Night Shift

Kilkeel Seafoods Ltd; Kilkeel; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local seafood processing company in Northern Ireland is seeking detail-oriented operatives for their prawn processing line. Responsibilities include laying out prawns, cleaning them to required standards, and ensuring the production flow is smooth. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and the ability to work as part of a team. Previous experience in food processing is desirable but not essential. The role offers two shifts: day and night, with 36-38 hour work weeks.

Qualifications

• Good attention to detail and ability to work accurately at speed.
• Previous experience in a food processing or factory environment is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lay out prawns accurately onto pads for shelling machines.
• Rotate through cleaning duties, carefully removing all shells and legs from the prawn meat.
• Inspect prawn meat to ensure it meets quality and hygiene standards.
• Work effectively as part of a team of three.
• Maintain cleanliness of workstations and tools.
• Follow health, safety, and hygiene procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work accurately at speed

Job description

A local seafood processing company in Northern Ireland is seeking detail-oriented operatives for their prawn processing line. Responsibilities include laying out prawns, cleaning them to required standards, and ensuring the production flow is smooth. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and the ability to work as part of a team. Previous experience in food processing is desirable but not essential. The role offers two shifts: day and night, with 36-38 hour work weeks.