Poultry Meat Examiner - Grain Field Chickens Abattoir, Reitz

Grain Field Chickens, a subsidiary of VKB Agriculture (PTY)Ltd, is a dynamic role player in the integrated broiler industry with an abattoir in Reitz in the North Eastern Free State. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a professional, corporate environment in the countryside.

Responsible for inspecting the quality of carcasses on the line.

• 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.

• 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.

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

• VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group's Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.