Abattoir Operative in Armagh

The ABP FOOD GROUP is Europe's leading agri-food business. Over the last 35 years the Group has grown to become one of the world's leading agri-food production companies. It's our commitment to quality and our determination to surpass expectation that's earned us our market-leading position.

We are currently looking for Production Operatives to join our successful team within the Abattoir. Candidates will be ideally suited to a fast paced food manufacturing environment and able to work as part of a team.

As an Abattoir Operative you will be involved in the production of meat products for leading supermarkets. Full training will be given to all employees with minimum experience to enable them to progress their skills and earnings.

Team Members will be responsible for

• Ensuring carcasses are dressed and trimmed according to ABP and Customer specifications as directed by the Abattoir Manager/Supervisor
• Ensuring work is carried out to the best of operative's abilities to meet production deadlines
• Seeking training to maintain skills and remain up to date with best practice
• Ensuring that all parts of the carcase are trimmed to produce optimum production yield while adhering to legislation and company requirements
• Working as part of a team and taking responsibility for own work
• Carrying out all procedures in a safe manner in accordance with training
• Always complying with company policy and procedures on safe food handling and hygiene
• Maintaining responsibility for operational effectiveness of equipment and machinery and report faults to supervisor in a timely manner
• Maintaining personal PPE
• Carrying out any other reasonable duties assigned

To become a team member ideally you will have

• Previous experience in a food production environment is desirable
• The ability to demonstrate knife skills for the skilled roles OR a willingness to learn in semi-skilled/ trainee roles
• Good communication
• The ability to work on own initiative whilst working as part of a team, striving to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction
• Good attention to detail
• Good attendance & timekeeping

Benefits include

Competitive Salary

Opportunities for progression

In-house and certified training opportunities

NVQ Qualifications

Recruit A Friend Scheme

Free Carparking

On site canteen

Employee discount in local businesses

Staff Loyalty Scheme

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Location: 33 Annesborough Industrial Estate, Lurgan, BT67 9JD

If you are interested in a position with the Company, please apply in writing and send your CV to: HR Department, ABP Lurgan