Slaughterer - AFFCO Wairoa

Company Description

AFFCO is a high‑performing and dynamic leader within the New Zealand meat industry. Established in 1904, AFFCO brings over 120 years of experience supplying high‑quality meat products to markets around the world.

With our head office based in Waikato, the agricultural heart of New Zealand, AFFCO employs over 4,000 people. Our operation includes offices in the USA, UK, and Hong Kong, and 11 processing sites across New Zealand, distributing product to more than 80 countries globally.

AFFCO sources top‑quality, sustainable, grass‑fed New Zealand beef and lamb from our network of farmer suppliers. We are 100% New Zealand‑owned and operated and are a proud member of the Talley’s Group, New Zealand’s leading exporter of meat, dairy, seafood, and vegetable products.

Job Description

We're gearing up for our busy season and are putting together motivated teams to start at our Wairoa processing facility near Wairoa to help get NZ Beef and Lamb from our backyard to customers plates.

Highly regarded, the role of slaughterer requires you to work with expert precision while still being able to keep up with the pace set by the team and equipment. AFFCO offers challenging work in a great team atmosphere and the understanding that our employees help to shape the future for our business and our industry

As a committed member of the team, you will find yourself challenged and contributing in a significant way to the success of the business, and you will be rewarded for that success. If you want to feel appreciated for a job well done and be part of something bigger, then consider joining AFFCO, an "earn while you learn " type of company.

Hours of work vary from 30–60 hours per week, with paid rates ranging from $25 to $42 per hour, dependent on assigned task, skill, and experience, plus any applicable allowances and overtime.

Qualifications

As a skilled Meat Process Worker, you will have had at least

• NZQCF Level 4 qualification in meat processing OR
• At least two years of relevant experience as a Meat Boner, Experienced Knife Hand, or Bandsaw Operator (experience may substitute for the formal qualification)
• Demonstrated experience of advanced knife work in a meat processing environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work to specifications
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a fast‑paced production environment

As a member of our team, you will be responsible for a lot of duties including:

• Removing viscera and other inedible parts from carcasses.
• Hygienically dressing carcasses in preparation for primal cuts or further processing and packaging.
• Operating slaughter-floor equipment, such as cutters and flays.
• Trimming and removing head meat and severing animal heads.
• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe boots, mesh safety equipment) as provided by the Employer.

Additional information

If you’re interested in joining a fast paced, challenging but enjoyable workplace, where you get to meet great people and work alongside your mates then please apply online.