Job description
We are currently recruiting Slaughter Operatives to join the Kill Department for our client, Cranswick - one of the UK's premier food producers and suppliers of premium, fresh, and added-value food products.
Cranswick is proud to invest in the development of its people - helping employees progress within the company, learn new skills, and gain experience across a variety of roles to suit their strengths and interests.
Working Hours:
1. Monday to Friday
2. Shift options: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM or 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
3. 40 hours per week
Job Purpose:
Responsible for slaughter, dressing and evisceration of pigs in accordance to animal welfare issues, Statutory guidelines and legislation
Main Duties:
4. Undertake skilled, semi-skilled and non-skilled jobs associated with the slaughter, dressing and evisceration of pigs.
5. Maintain knowledge of Animal Welfare practices and adherence to these.
6. Work to guidelines for hygienic slaughter, dressing and evisceration of animals.
7. Maintain proper knowledge and use of slaughter equipment, including knives.
8. Assist with loading of lorries ready for dispatch.
9. Adhere to departmental SOPs.
10. Highlight any issues to your Supervisor.
11. Ensure you fully understand and comply with company requirements regarding Health and Safety and Hygiene, including PPE.
12. Any other duties within the competency of the post holder as directed by management.
Requirements, Experience and Person Specification:
13. Accuracy / attention to detail
14. Flexibility
15. Time management skills
16. Performance driven
17. Results and customer oriented
18. Understanding of key safety, legality and quality factors involved in the manufacture of pork products and how to apply this information in practice
Benefits:
19. Immediate start available
20. Opportunity for a permanent position
21. Competitive salary with overtime available
22. 29 days paid holiday
23. Monday to Friday schedule
24. Free on-site parking
25. Staff sales discounts
26. Refer a Friend scheme
27. High street discounts
28. Ongoing training and clear career progression path
29. Long service awards and recognition incentives
30. Company life insurance
31. Quarterly attendance prize draw
32. Share save scheme available