Meat Processing Technician

Ad Hoc; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company in Cape Town is looking for a Meat Processing Technician. In this role, you will manage and support operations, ensuring high-quality production while adhering to food safety standards. The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of relevant experience and possess strong mechanical skills. Interested candidates can expect to work in a dynamic environment contributing to a continuous improvement culture.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent qualification necessary.
• 2–3 years' experience in meat processing preferred.
• Knowledge of HACCP and GMP standards is a must.

Responsibilities

• Operate and assist with running processing plant lines.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Supervise and coordinate a small team.

Skills

Meat processing knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Matric or equivalent qualification

Relevant technical or food processing qualification

Job description

Introduction

An excellent opportunity exists for a Meat Processing Technician based in Maitland, Cape Town.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and supporting meat processing operations while ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality production within a manufacturing environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate and assist with running the processing plant lines (sausages, emulsions, ham, and bacon), including fillers, injectors, smokers, and related equipment.
• Work on production systems to meet output, yield, and quality targets.
• Apply knowledge of meat-cutting, part selection, and basic butchery processing (e.g., identifying different cuts such as leg of pork vs oxtail).
• Support maintenance and cleaning of equipment and production lines according to operational schedules.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, HACCP, and GMP standards.
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance / Control team to maintain product quality and traceability.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn, adapt, and grow in a manufacturing environment while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to company safety, operational, and people standards.
• Supervise or coordinate a small team, assist with training, and guide junior operators.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Matric or equivalent qualification.
• Relevant technical or food processing qualification advantageous.
• Minimum of 2–3 years' experience in a meat processing or food manufacturing environment.
• Sound knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to operate processing machinery.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Interested?