Kepak McIntosh Donald is a globally recognized brand and the largest red meat producer in Scotland. We source our products from local farmers and ensure quality through our master butchers, producing beef and lamb with integrity and unmatched quality assurance.
We are looking for a Packing Operative to join our team.
Working Hours: 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday, starting at 6am (flexibility with finish time required)
Job Purpose:
Responsible for packing red meat for sale and consumption according to client specifications and company SOPs.
Key Responsibilities:
* Identify vacuum-packed meat cuts and place them into specified containers or boxes.
* Recognize different meat cuts that require weighing and proper labelling.
* Place trays or boxes on correct pallets as per customer specifications.
* Recognize and pack selected meat cuts into customer-specified bags at variable line speeds.
* Select beef quarters by date and category, and push along rails to input scale.
* Straighten pre-packed bags on the production line.
* Complete tasks promptly to meet daily targets.
* Perform pre-start, hygiene, and safety checks as instructed.
Skills & Experience:
* Experience in a high-volume meat processing environment is highly beneficial.
* Ability to work in a chilled environment.
* Manual handling skills and awareness.
* Good communication skills in English, both written and oral, with a diverse team.
* Flexibility to meet production targets.
* Consistent work ethic and approach.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Adaptability to changing production demands.
* Passion for food.
Benefits include:
* 31 days annual leave after probation.
* Opportunity to earn a Performance Bonus.
* Pay grading system allowing earnings progression.
* Overtime paid at time and a half for hours over 44/week.
* 25% discount in our Butcher Shop.
* Access to the WrkIt discount platform with cashback offers.
* Refer a Friend scheme offering up to £500.
* Free staff parking.
* Subsidised on-site canteen.
* Long Service Awards.
* Bike to Work salary sacrifice scheme.
* Training and development programs.
* GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program for support.
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