General Operative- Abattoir

Kepak Group; Clonee; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Bike to Work Scheme

Full training provided

Long Service Awards

Subsidised canteen onsite

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Kepak Group is seeking an Abattoir General Operative in Clonee, Ireland. This role is crucial for maintaining the quality of meat production in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include performing hygiene checks, operating machinery, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will be able to work well in a team, are self-motivated, and comfortable with the physical demands of the role. Benefits include a company pension, full training, and subsidized canteen onsite.

Qualifications

• Must maintain efficiency at line speed and meet production targets.
• Previous experience in an abattoir is an advantage but not required.
• Willingness to learn and support additional tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform hygiene and safety checks as instructed.
• Ensure products meet quality standards and report issues.
• Operate knives and machinery safely after training.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Hardworking and self-motivated

Comfortable performing physical tasks

Commitment to safety

Job description

As an Abattoir General Operative in Kepak Clonee, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of daily operations to keep up with customer demand for our top quality products. You will be a vital part of our team on the factory floor, working alongside other skilled operatives to achieve our goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform prestart, hygiene and safety checks as instructed
• Ensure product is of the highest standard, reporting any issues to the Line Supervisor
• Comply with Company's knife and Health and Safety rules, including hygiene requirements
• Operate knives and machinery with precision and care, ensuring all equipment is handled safely and efficiently.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing processes and embrace new methods of working

What do we need from you?

As part of the factory's abattoir team, the successful candidate will produce cuts and trims of meat according to Kepak specifications, maintaining efficiency at the line speed.

This role involves meeting production targets in a fast-paced environment while ensuring standards are met.

Key Requirements

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Strong character: hardworking, self-motivated and dependable
• Consistently meet production targets while maintaining the required line speed
• Comfortable performing physical tasks, including lifting and standing for long periods
• Operate machinery safety once full training has been provided
• Previous experience in an abattoir is an advantage but not required
• Comfortable with the physical nature of the role, including lifting and standing for extended periods
• Willingness to learn, take direction, and support additional tasks as required by the line supervisor
• Commitment to safety, following all site guidelines and procedures

Benefits

• Company Pension
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Full training provided for all roles
• Long Service Awards
• Subsidised canteen onsite
• Free on-site parking