Slaughter Supervisor

at  AFFCO

Company Description
AFFCO is a high-performing and dynamic leader within the New Zealand Meat Industry. Established in 1904, AFFCO holds 120 years of expertise in supplying top-quality meat products to the world.
Based in Waikato, the agricultural heart of New Zealand, with over 4,000 employees, our operation has offices in the USA, UK and Hong Kong and comprises 11 processing sites situated across New Zealand, distributing to over 80 countries.
AFFCO 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
Reporting to the Production Manager, the primary objective of the role is to manage your team and the department to meet company, customer and regulatory standards whilst maximising profitability and efficiency.
You will be proactive and organised with a “hands on” approach to inspire your team. Previous experience in a meat processing environment is preferential, however not required. Experience in leadership or supervision is also preferred. Full on the job training will be provided

Key responsibilities of the position include:

• Consistent monitoring of processing quality in the room to ensure high standards at all times
• Solid knowledge of meat processing techniques to assist other staff and help set benchmarks
• Making sure that all compliance and regulatory requirements are strictly adhered to and that the process is in control under HACCP
• Training, developing and mentoring staff
• Continuously improving standards and profitability
• Recording and processing documentation/departmental administration in an accurate and timely manner
• Management/supervision of all staff within the department

Qualifications
Applicants for this position must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
Additional Information
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• Consistent monitoring of processing quality in the room to ensure high standards at all times
• Solid knowledge of meat processing techniques to assist other staff and help set benchmarks
• Making sure that all compliance and regulatory requirements are strictly adhered to and that the process is in control under HACCP
• Training, developing and mentoring staff
• Continuously improving standards and profitability
• Recording and processing documentation/departmental administration in an accurate and timely manner
• Management/supervision of all staff within the departmen