Job Description

My job

We are currently looking for a talented

Skilled Slaughterman

to join our team at

Llanidloes

to undertake a range of routine tasks as a member of the Production team, your duties will include general slaughtering and dressing operations of carcases in accordance with agreed customer specifications. To comply at all times with food safety, legality, quality and health & safety hygiene regulations within a physically demanding, safety critical environment. Previous experience within an abattoir in a production environmental and knife sills is desirable.

Shift pattern:

Monday to Friday 06:00am start.

Key Responsibilities:

At the direction of the Team Leader or their deputy undertake a range of routine tasks associated with the slaughtering & dressing operation of lamb carcases to ensure compliance to agreed customer specifications. Responsible for ensuring all tasks are carried out within the allocated work area, are done so in a manner to protect product safety, legality, authenticity and quality in accordance with the Food Safety Quality Management Systems (FSQM) & Health & Safety procedures. Safe operation of cutting & saw equipment as stipulated within the relevant Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). To maintain the highest standards of food safety and hygiene at all times, and raise any concerns with the Team Leader in the first instance. Demonstrate a commitment to his/her own health and safety and that of others in keeping with the company Health and Safety and policies health, safety and hygiene standards in accordance with company rules and regulations. To demonstrate personal commitment to the companies equal opportunities and diversity policies. Where knife work is being undertaken, you will be expected to possess the relevant skill and aptitude for the role. (knife safety induction training must be completed before commencement of knife work). Where machinery work is being undertaken, you will be expected to be proficient in the use of all relevant machinery and tools that are required to fulfil the role. This includes the use of saws, cutting equipment etc. To support all training and development plans that are in place to meet the changing needs of the company.

Desirable knowledge:

WATOK Regulations Health & Safety Regulations Hygiene Regulations

Essential Experience / Skills:

Team Working Manual Handling Ability to perform skilled jobs at high speeds

Qualifications:

HACCP Level 2 Basic Food Hygiene Level 2

We offer:

FREE breakfast every Friday Refer a Friend Scheme Paid breaks 28 days holiday entitlement - including bank holidays Free parking Subsidised canteen Subsidised staff meat Discount on retail, cinema, travel and much more Life assurance policy Long service award Opportunities to develop and progress in your career

Candidates will need a 'can do' approach and must be able to handle working in a fast paced environment.


Our people. Our values.

The company

Pilgrim's Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.


Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.


Across Pilgrim's Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim's Europe team are based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses.

What we'll bring to the table

Competitive Salary

Competitive Holiday Entitlement

Pension Contribution

Family Friendly Policies

Learning and Development Opportunities

Life Assurance

People matter

Our values

Determination

Simplicity

Availability

Humility

Discipline

Sincerity

Ownership