Skilled/Experienced Butcher

Kepak McIntosh Donald are a globally recognised brand and the largest red meat producer in Scotland; raised on open pastures, sourced from local farmers and hand-selected by our master butchers, we produce beef and lamb products with integrity and unmatched quality assurance. We are now recruiting for Skilled/Experienced Butcher Operatives to join our team. Job Purpose: Responsible for boning, butchering, trimming and finishing red meat for sale and consumption in accordance with client specifications and Company SOP's.

Responsibilities

Perform boning, butchering, trimming and finishing tasks at line speed; Participate fully in Lean Manufacturing processes and embrace new methods of working; Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner to meet daily targets; Ensure product is of the highest standard, reporting any issues to the Line supervisor immediately; Be familiar with the daily production plan and work as part of the team to set up the line, complete checks and ensure materials are ready to use; Perform all prestart, hygiene and safety checks as instructed; Maintain good understanding and knowledge of customer specifications and yields; Comply with quality specifications and understand yield values; Comply with Company's knife and health and safety rules, including hygiene requirements; Report all breakages, damages or defaults of equipment immediately to Line Supervisor, only using equipment when safe to do so; Report any accidents or near misses, assisting with investigations as instructed/necessary; Minimise and report waste appropriately; Finish products to the required specifications; Maintain and securely store tools and equipment; Actively participate in all required company training; Carry out any other duties as instructed by supervisors/management and within the competency of the post holder

Requirements

Competence and significant experience in butchery and/or knife skills; Able to work in chilled environment; Manual handling ability and awareness; Fluent English, communicate well in written and oral form with multi-nationals on all levels; Flexibility to meet daily production targets; Consistent approach and strong work ethic; Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team; Adaptable to change and production demands; Passion for food

Nice to have

Previous experience working in a high-volume meat processing factory; Passion for food

Benefits

Performance Bonus; Pay Grading system; 31 days annual leave per year (after probation); Annual Holiday Purchase Scheme; Company Pension Scheme; Death in Service Benefit; Refer a Friend Scheme (earn up to £500); Free On-Site Parking; Subsidised On-Site Canteen; Cycle to Work Scheme; Electric Vehicle Scheme; Long Service Awards; Discounted Gym Memberships; Training and Development; Mentoring and Leadership Development Programmes; GroceryAid Employee Assistance Programme; Financial Advice & Will Writing