Abattoir Operative, Abattoir Operative

Company: Pilgrim's Europe
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

Production Operatives – Abattoir Department

We are recruiting for Production Operatives – Abattoir Department to work at our Westerleigh site for individuals who are keen to learn new skills, are focused and driven. If you feel that this describes you, we want to hear from you! We are looking to invest in people, providing role-specific training to progress enthusiastic candidates up through the business.

Working Hours

06:30 – 17:15 and 06:45 – 17:30, 4 x 10-hour working days. The vacancies are full time on a regular shift pattern across a 40-hour week. Actual times worked may vary slightly due to job rotation on a busy production line.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operating equipment and machinery (which could include knife/bladed machinery) to prepare carcass for chilling.
  • Follow training in food safety to ensure a high quality, food-safe product is produced for our customers.
  • Ensuring health and safety to create a safe working environment for self and colleagues.
  • Training in knife safety to minimise risks of injury.
  • Completing tasks as efficiently as possible to reduce waste and downtime.
  • Working as part of a team, demonstrating a positive attitude, and sharing knowledge.
  • Work flexibly across multiple roles and areas within the Abattoir to ensure service levels are met.
  • Previous experience would be beneficial.

Key Requirements

  • Can-do attitude
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Willing to learn new skills

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Refer a friend scheme
  • Staff sales onsite
  • Life Assurance
  • Pension Scheme
  • Exclusive Employee Discounts to hundreds of Hight Street Shops, Cinema tickets etc.
  • Access to subsidised Staff Canteen serving hot breakfast and lunch
  • Staff days out, ice cream vans, staff BBQ days and many more

If you would like further details on this vacancy please call or text the recruitment team on 07483189696.

Passionate about food and eager to make an impact? Join us at Pilgrim’s Europe and be part of a team that is shaping the future of food. Apply today and take your next step with us!

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Posted: June 4th, 2026