Company Meat Inspector - Awarua

Company Description

South Pacific Meats provides the world with New Zealand’s finest premium beef and lamb products for all to experience and enjoy. We serve over 80 markets globally, supported by an operation which includes twelve processing plants throughout New Zealand.

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

Job Description

We currently have an amazing career opportunity for committed andself-motivated people to join our Company Meat Inspection (CMI) team atour Awarua processing facility.

As one of our Company MeatInspectors you are responsible for carrying out post-mortem inspection ofdressed carcasses and their parts to identify conditions that may affectfood safety standards. You will also ensure that the Companies supply ofmeat complies with regulations set by the Ministry of Primary Industriesand other relevant industry bodies.

The role involves inspectinganimals after slaughter ensuring that the Company meets all regulationsfor processing and cleanliness, along with monitoring andmaintaining accurate recording of industry data. This means you will needto check the quality and safety of any Company product and identifydiseases and defects. Additionally, a key part of this role is tocommunicate the quality and safety of the product to the Company.

To be successful in thisrole you will need the following key personal skills:

• Attention to detail and excellent organisation.
• Being a friendly, approachable team-player.
• A great work ethic and can-do attitude.
• A proven track record of being reliable and punctual.
• Ability to follow instructions and work unsupervised.
• Able to work shift work patterns with varying start and finish times.

Qualifications

For this specialist positions, applicants must hold the NZQA Level Four Certificate in Animal Examination. To ensure a safe workplace, SPM conducts pre-employment medical checks and drug screening. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

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.