About the business

Tasmanian Quality Meats Pty Ltd is a family-owned Tasmanian business with a strong reputation for premium meat products and a genuine commitment to the people behind the scenes. We’re one of the state’s most respected producers and exporters, and we’re looking for current members to join our team.

About the role

Tasmanian Quality Meats are seeking Skilled Meat Workers to join our team at our Cressy Plant. These positions will be on a permanent, full-time basis, 38 hours per week. Applicants must have experience in knife handling to suit a variety of lamb processing tasks across our business and be able to perform these tasks competently.

Responsibilities

- Perform skilled slaughtering, boning, or slicing tasks on lamb, sheep and veal carcasses according to company specifications and industry standards:

– Eviscerates and trim animal carcasses

– Cut meat to separate meat, fat and tissue from around bones

– Operates restrainer and stunning equipment

– Trimming and preparing animal carcasses for the boning room

– Prepare animal carcasses for further processing by removing internal organs and hides

– Operate switching controls to direct and drop carcasses and meat cuts from supply rails to boning tables

Use specialised knives, tools, and machinery to perform tasks. Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to meet production targets and deadlines. Adhere to all workplace health and safety regulations, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and following safe work practices. Assist with other tasks and duties as assigned to support overall operations.

Criteria





- Excellent knife skills and knife handling, with proven experience.
- Pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol test.
- Certificate III in Meat Processing required.
- Knowledge and understanding of quality and food safety requirements.

Remuneration

This position will be within the range of $70,000–$80,000 per annum plus superannuation, subject to your skills, qualifications, and experience. Paid by an hourly rate, there is the opportunity to earn more through overtime and weekend work.

The person chosen for this role must have the ability to work in a varied role, as part of a team or individually, have high work standards and take pride in their work performed.

What we have to offer…

- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Monthly BBQ’s and other events for all employees.
- Discounted local gym membership.
- Great workplace culture – friendly supportive work environment!
- Locally owned business with a genuine care for its people and their long term careers.
- Competitive remuneration.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this role, please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and skillset through Seek.

Tasmanian Quality Meats is an equal-opportunity employer. Applications are considered on merit, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We are a diverse and multicultural workforce that value people who share the same vision and goals for the business, their families and the local community.

Further questions can be emailed to [email protected] or you can contact us during business hours on (03) 6397 6593.

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