Dedicated slaughterer with extensive experience at AFFCO, excelling in equipment operation and compliance management. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency and train new staff, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations. Skilled in animal processing and tool maintenance, consistently achieving high standards in humane treatment and product quality.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2007
2007
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Slaughterer
AFFCO
Invercargill Southland , Invercargill
12.2022 - Current
Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during operations.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas and tools.
Assisted in training new staff on standard operating procedures.
Collaborated with team to optimize workflow and efficiency in processing.
Reported any operational issues to supervisors for immediate resolution.
Ensured compliance with all government regulations regarding animal welfare and food safety standards.
Operated equipment such as knives, band saws, grinders, and other tools to perform the slaughtering process.
Supervised junior staff members in their duties related to slaughtering and processing operations.
Cleaned and maintained work areas, tools, and machinery in a safe and sanitary condition.
Removed organs from carcasses according to regulations and customer specifications.
Calibrated cutting blades regularly to maintain optimal sharpness and accuracy when slicing through tissue.
Slaughtered animals, slit open, eviscerated and trimmed carcasses to prepare for further processing.
Operated hydraulic machinery positioning carcasses for processing to achieve smooth and efficient product flow.
Observed ethical standards for humane treatment of animals.
Trimmed, cleaned and cured animal hides, applying chemical formulas and processing through machinery to achieve safe and durable product.
Grasped legs of animals to raise and shackle in position in preparation for slaughtering and processing.
Worked different positions on assembly line to complete precise cuts at correct times.