Trimmers/Butchers

GI Group Main Account; Tutbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site canteen

Staff sales

Job summary

GI Group Main Account is seeking a skilled turkey production operative to trim turkey breasts, portion products to specification, and handle line duties on the cone line, while maintaining food safety and quality.

The role runs Tuesday to Saturday from 6:00 AM with shifts up to 10 hours. Full training is provided, with opportunities to increase the hourly rate after successful training. On-site facilities include a canteen and staff sales.

Qualifications

• A good level of English to understand instructions, training and Health & Safety requirements.
• Own transport to ensure reliable travel to and from the site.
• Availability to work Tuesday to Saturday from 6:00 AM until finish.
• Ability and willingness to work shifts of up to 10 hours.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced food production environment.
• Good attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Regular and consistent work.
• Enhanced overtime rates after 40 hours worked per week.

Responsibilities

• Trim turkey breasts to the required product specification.
• Work on the cone line, handling and preparing turkey products as required.
• Portion turkeys and turkey products accurately to specification.
• Use knives and relevant equipment safely and correctly.
• Maintain high standards of product quality, hygiene and food safety.
• Follow all site Health & Safety procedures and working instructions.
• Work efficiently as part of the production team to support operational requirements.

Skills

English

Transport needed

Shift work

Job description

To carry out skilled turkey preparation and portioning duties safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards within a fast-paced food production environment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Trim turkey breasts to the required product specification.
• Work on the cone line, handling and preparing turkey products as required.
• Portion turkeys and turkey products accurately to specification.
• Use knives and relevant equipment safely and correctly.
• Maintain high standards of product quality, hygiene and food safety.
• Follow all site Health & Safety procedures and working instructions.
• Work efficiently as part of the production team to support operational requirements.

Working pattern: Tuesday to Saturday, starting at 6:00 AM and working until finish. Shifts may be up to 10 hours long, depending on operational requirements.

Pay and Overtime

Basic Rate

£13.02 per hour

After training and sign off

Up to £14.02 per hour / £14.92 per hour

Overtime Rate

During training

£19.53 per hour

After training and sign-off

Up to £21.03 per hour / £22.38 per hour

Overtime is paid after 40 hours worked per week.

Training and Progression

Full training will be provided. Following successful completion of the required training and formal sign-off as competent, the basic hourly rate can increase to up to £14.02 per hour, with an overtime rate of up to £21.03 per hour.

Requirements

• A good level of English to understand instructions, training and Health & Safety requirements.
• Own transport to ensure reliable travel to and from the site.
• Availability to work Tuesday to Saturday from 6:00 AM until finish.
• Ability and willingness to work shifts of up to 10 hours.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced food production environment.
• Good attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Regular and consistent work.
• Modern on-site canteen.
• Staff sales.
• Opportunity to increase the hourly rate following successful training and sign-off.
• Enhanced overtime rates after 40 hours worked per week.

This job description provides an overview of the main duties and requirements of the role. Duties may be adjusted in line with operational requirements, training, food safety standards and site procedures.