Slaughter Hall Operative

Dunbia Group; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Permanent, Full-Time position

Free Tea & Coffee

All PPE Provided

Staff Shop

Long-Service Award

Large free car park

Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Progression Routes

Perks at Work

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Dunbia Sawley is seeking reliable, hardworking individuals to join the Slaughter Hall Team at Sawley, near Gisburn. The role is hands-on in a regulated food production environment, with full training provided. You will support safe, efficient processing of cattle, follow procedures, and work well as part of a team.

We value initiative, care in execution, and strong team spirit. Previous food manufacturing experience is beneficial but not essential, and training will be provided to the successful

Qualifications

• Hands-on role in regulated food production environment.
• Full training provided; prior experience beneficial but not essential.
• Willingness to learn, follow procedures, and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties within the slaughter hall, including slaughter, dressing and evisceration of cattle, in line with animal welfare, food safety and company procedures.
• Work safely and effectively as part of the team to support efficient production.
• Follow all health, safety, hygiene, quality and food safety standards at all times.
• Work in line with customer and company specifications.
• Maintain a clean-as-you-go approach, ensuring the work area is kept clean during and after production.
• Follow instructions from the Manager/Supervisor and contribute to achieving departmental targets.
• Use all equipment, tools and PPE correctly and responsibly, in line with training and site procedures.

Skills

Initiative

Careful work

Team culture

Communication

Reliable

Food exp beneficial

Team player

Job description

Join Our Team: Supporting Farmers, Strengthening the Rural Economy, and Feeding the Nation!

Are you passionate about supporting local communities and helping deliver high-quality, sustainable food? We are one of Europe’s leading food processing companies, and we're looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our dynamic team in Sawley, near Gisburn!

The successful candidate will have a passion for the food industry and a strong commitment to providing exceptional quality for our customers. Working within the Slaughter Team, this role reports to the Slaughter Hall Manager. Working hours are 6am to 3pm, Monday to Friday.

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for reliable and hardworking individuals to join our Slaughter Hall Team at Dunbia Sawley. This is a hands‑on role within a regulated food production environment, where you will support the safe, efficient and hygienic processing of cattle in line with animal welfare, food safety and quality standards. Full training will be provided, so previous experience is beneficial but not essential. We are looking for people who are willing to learn, follow procedures carefully and work well as part of a team.

You’ll be someone who

• Takes initiative and enjoys getting things done
• Follows instructions and works with care and consistency
• Upholds and shares our strong values and supports a positive team culture
• Communicates well and works well with others
• Is reliable and hardworking
• Previous food manufacturing experience is beneficial, not essential, and full training will be given to the successful candidate
• Enthusiastic and friendly personality, who considers themselves a team player

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties within the slaughter hall, including slaughter, dressing and evisceration of cattle, in line with animal welfare, food safety and company procedures.
• Work safely and effectively as part of the team to support efficient production.
• Follow all health, safety, hygiene, quality and food safety standards at all times.
• Work in line with customer and company specifications.
• Maintain a clean-as-you-go approach, ensuring the work area is kept clean during and after production.
• Follow instructions from the Manager/Supervisor and contribute to achieving departmental targets.
• Use all equipment, tools and PPE correctly and responsibly, in line with training and site procedures.

Why Work With Us?

By joining us, you’re not just taking a job – you're becoming part of a company that values its employees, its local community, and the food we produce. This is a great opportunity to build your career in the food industry and be part of a team that’s making a real difference! Dunbia is an equal opportunity employer and places a strong emphasis on training and development for both skilled and non-skilled positions.

What We Offer

• Immediate Start – Join us right away and start making a difference from day one.
• Weekly Pay – Reliable and fast payments for your hard work.
• Permanent, Full-Time position – Stability and a long‑term career with growth opportunities.
• Free Tea & Coffee – Stay refreshed during your shift.
• All PPE Provided – Your safety matters; we supply all necessary protective equipment.
• Staff Shop – able to purchase meat at employee discounted rates.
• Long-Service Award – We value loyalty and recognise those who stay and grow with us.
• Large free car park – safe and secure parking for your vehicle
• Refer-a-Friend Scheme - Earn rewards for bringing great people into the team.
• Progression Routes – Access to internal development pathways and apprenticeship opportunities.
• Perks at Work – Discounts and cashback at a range of Retailers.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential support for well-being and mental health.

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