Job Purpose:
To efficiently and safely process pigs into pork products by performing skilled butchery tasks including slaughter, dressing, boning, trimming, and cutting. The butcher will contribute to the high -volume production of quality meat products while maintaining strict hygiene, safety, and animal welfare standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform humane slaughter of pigs in compliance with animal welfare regulations
* Dress and eviscerate carcasses using industry -standard techniques
* Conduct skilled boning, trimming, and cutting of pork to specification
* Work on a fast -paced production line ensuring yield and quality targets are met
* Follow all food hygiene, personal safety, and biosecurity procedures
* Operate butchery tools and machinery safely (e.g., knives, saws, cutters)
* Identify and report defects or abnormalities in carcasses
* Maintain a clean and sanitized work area
* Work collaboratively with the processing team to ensure smooth workflow
* Adhere to health and safety protocols, including the use of PPE
Qualifications and Certifications:
o Previous experience in a meat processing or butchery role (preferred)
o Relevant meat processing or butchery qualification (NVQ, Certificate, etc.) – beneficial but not essential
o Training or certification in humane animal handling and slaughter (preferred)
o Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (required or willingness to obtain)
o Right to work in Ireland