Cutting Expert for Meat Processing

1 month ago


Spalding, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom Staffline Operations Full time

Job Overview


We are seeking a skilled Trainee Butcher and Abattoir Operative to join our team in Spalding. As a key member of our pork or beef department, you will work closely with experienced butchers and abattoir operatives to develop your skills and expertise.


About the Role


This is a fantastic opportunity to learn and grow with our company. As a Trainee Butcher and Abattoir Operative, your main responsibilities will include working on the slaughter line, performing skilled tasks such as cutting and deboning meat, and ensuring the highest quality products meet our health and safety standards.


Your Key Responsibilities



  • Working on paceline or slaughter line with knives and other equipment
  • Performing skilled tasks including cutting, deboning meat/slaughter, and dressing carcasses to specification
  • Undertaking manual handling tasks using equipment or machinery when required
  • Ensuring product quality meets required specifications and health and safety standards are followed

What We Offer


We offer a competitive salary of up to £16.97 per hour, paid weekly. You will also receive a supermarket discount card, subsidised canteen, free car parking, and PPE provided. This role offers a temp-to-perm opportunity with career progression and overtime available.


Our Ideal Candidate


We are looking for a reliable team player with excellent attention to detail, who is keen to learn and develop new skills. If you have knife handling experience in other roles, we welcome your application to start a career in the meat processing industry.


Key Information and Benefits



  • Earn up to £16.97 p/h
  • Work 5 out of 7 days
  • Start at 6am and usually finish between 3pm and 4pm
  • Approximately 40-48 hours per week
  • Supermarket discount card
  • Subsidised canteen on site
  • Free car parking on site
  • PPE provided
  • Temp to perm opportunity
  • Opportunities for overtime
  • Career progression opportunities


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