Do you want to become a Meat Process Worker? Here is some information to help point you in the right direction:
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Meat process workers are employed to cut, de-bone, trim, portion and pack carcasses of slaughtered livestock such as beef, pork, lamb and poultry. They work in all areas of meat production, such as:
There are stringent health and safety regulations in the meat production industry and employees must maintain cleanliness, hygiene and food safety.
Meat process workers usually work around 40 hours a week, from Monday to Friday. Some work shifts, including weekends and it may be possible to work part time. They may be based on a production line, using a variety of knives and blades. Some areas are more automated. Some production areas are very noisy and there is often a strong smell of raw meat. The job can be physically demanding.
The salary for a meat process worker ranges from approximately £10,000 to £25,000.
Meat process workers must be: