Butcher, industrial

Ferme des Voltigeurs Inc. is situated in Drummondville, QC and is hiring a Butcher, industrial to join the team. We are looking for a candidate with strong interpersonal skills to start as soon as possible. Terms of employment: Permanent employment or Full time. Work schedule: Overtime required, Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Shift, Overtime available.

Job Description

• The candidate must slaughter livestock and remove viscera and other inedible parts from carcasses.
• The candidate must remove feathers, singe, and wash poultry to prepare for further processing or packaging.
• The candidate must cut meat and poultry into specific cuts for institutional, commercial, or wholesale use.
• The candidate must remove bones from meat.
• The candidate must feed and unload processing machines.
• The candidate must ensure that the quality of products meets established standards.
• The candidate must clean machines and immediate work areas.
• The candidate must have food safety and handling skills.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English or French.
• The candidate must have a certificate of Secondary (high) school graduation.
• Equivalent professional experience accepted.
• The candidate must be able to handle a weight of up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
• The candidate must be accurate.
• The candidate must be a good team player.
• The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must be flexible.
• The candidate must be reliable.
• The candidate must be adaptable.

Work Site Environment

• The work site environment is noisy, and the candidate must be able to work with complete concentration even in such conditions.
• The candidate must work in an environment with a high concentration of odours.
• The candidate must be able to work in dusty conditions.
• The candidate must work in hot conditions.
• The candidate must work in cold or refrigerated conditions.
• The candidate must work in wet or damp conditions.

Work Setting

• The candidate must work in slaughter houses.
• The candidate should work in a meat processing and packing plant/establishment that protects meat and meat products during processing, storage, and distribution from mechanical, chemical, and biological hazards.
• The candidate must work in a poultry processing plant to process, package, and inspect products while adhering to health and safety regulations.
• The candidate must work in a food and beverage plant to operate equipment, manage production, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• The candidate must work in a butcher shop to process, prepare, and handle meat products while maintaining hygiene and safety standards.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks frequently.
• The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
• The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate must be able to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.
• The candidate should have an eye for detail.
• The candidate must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
• The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods.
• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must have their own transportation.

Benefits

• The candidate will receive a dental plan covering expenses for dental treatments and procedures.
• The selected candidate will receive tax-free disability benefits, providing financial support for the impact of a service-related injury or illness.
• The candidate will receive a health care plan, providing coverage for medical and surgical expenses.
• The candidate will receive paramedical services coverage as part of traditional health insurance or Extended Health Care (EHC) benefits, including coverage for a variety of healthcare practitioners.
• The candidate shall receive benefits in line with the collective agreement contract between the employer and the union representing a bargaining unit.
• The candidate will receive long-term care insurance, covering all or part of assisted living facilities and in-home care for individuals aged 65 or older, or for those with chronic conditions requiring constant supervision.
• The candidate will receive free parking; there is no additional charge for parking on the property.
• The candidate will receive paid time off for volunteering or personal days.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

rh@fermedesvoltigeurs.com

• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Do you have experience working in this field?