Poultry Meat Examiner – Grain Field Chickens Abattoir , Reitz needed at VKB Group

Job Description

• Responsible for inspecting the quality of carcasses on the line.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 equivalent.
• A valid and approved PME Certificate.
• Proven PME experience will be advantageous.
• Mathematics/ Maths literacy as a subject desired.
• Strong mathematical skills – this will be tested during the interview.
• Must be able to work in a high-pressured environment.
• A clear criminal record.
• A willingness to work shifts and overtime, incl. on weekends and public holidays when required.

Duties and responsibilities

• Do not let product through that does not comply with the Meat Safety Act.
• Prevent losses by ensuring product is not turned down unnecessarily.
• Depending on the classification/ damage, either remove the carcass or partially condemn the carcass.
• Ensure recovery of portions at the recovery station according to specifications.
• Follow health and safety standards at all times, as per GFC Standards and the Meat Safety Act.
• Attention to detail – Achieve thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved.
• Report all variances to the head of department.
• To liaise with internal departments on an ongoing basis to ensure quality service and products.
• To complete all compulsory training interventions allocated by direct manager successfully.

 Skills Required

• Good communication skills.
• Accurate and attention to detail.
• Good reporting skills.
• Good planning skills.
• Strong administration skills.
• Team player.