Production Operative

Kepak Group; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking food production company as a Production Operative, where you'll work in a dynamic environment handling beef and lamb processing. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate and a chance to grow your skills in meat preparation and processing. Be part of a team that values quality and integrity in food production while enjoying various employee benefits, including a pension scheme and discounts. If you're ready to make a difference in the food industry, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Company Pension

Training and Development

Employee Discount Platform

Refer a Friend Scheme

Bike to Work Scheme

Subsidised Canteen

Free Car Parking

Long Service Awards

GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in meat processing and handling.
• Ability to perform specialized slaughtering tasks.

Responsibilities

• Cut, trim, and prepare meat products for sale.
• Eviscerate and dress carcasses to specifications.
• Complete general tasks within the abattoir.

Skills

Meat Processing

Trimming Offal

Evisceration

General Abattoir Tasks

Job description

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Description

Kepak is a global food company serving international retailers and food service household names with prime cuts of meat, on-trend food concepts, and ready-for-market convenience foods.

Kepak St. Merryn in Merthyr Tydfil has combined beef and lamb processing and packing facilities. We offer beef and lamb products ranging from retail-ready cuts for butchers’ counters to branded packaged meat, all as part of our service; 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 currently recruiting for a Production Operative to work in our Lamb or Beef section in our busy manufacturing site in Merthyr Tydfil.

This is a full-time, permanent position working from 5.30am/6.00am with a variable finish depending on workload - hours equating to 40 per week. Monday to Friday, with an hourly rate of £11.94.

Role Purpose

To work in our Lamb or Beef Slaughter area, involving the preparation of meat. Work may include specialised slaughtering tasks and trimming offal to required specifications, amongst other responsibilities.

Requirements

Role Requirements:

• Cut, trim, skin, sort, and wash viscera of slaughtered animals to separate edible portions from offal.
• Clean materials to prepare them for production.
• Process animal carcasses.
• Eviscerate and trim carcasses of slaughtered animals.
• Trim, clean, or cure animal hides.
• Skin sections of animals or whole animals.
• Remove offal and prepare for further processing.
• Prepare meat products for sale or consumption.
• Dress carcasses to the correct specifications.
• Hang carcasses on the Aitch bone.
• Remove feet, ears, and horns.
• Complete general tasks within the abattoir.

Benefits

• Company Pension
• Training and Development
• Employee Discount Platform - Access to WrkIt platform with discounts and cashback from hundreds of brands.
• Refer a Friend Scheme - Earn up to £500 for successful referrals.
• Bike to Work Scheme - Salary sacrifice scheme for bikes and safety equipment.
• Subsidised Canteen - Multiple hot food options available daily.
• Free Car Parking - Dedicated staff parking facility.
• Long Service Awards - Recognition for long-serving employees.
• GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program - Emotional, practical, and financial support.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. We look forward to welcoming the newest member to our team.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Food Production

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