Meat Processor

In this role, you will be accountable for the precise processing and production of high-quality beef, pork, lamb, and other protein products, while ensuring strict adherence to premium brand specifications and safety standards.

Title: Meat Processor
Position: Permanent
Location: Richmond, BC
Start Date: As soon as possible
Pay Rate: $22.50/hour with scheduled wage increases as per collective agreement
Schedule: Sunday to Thursday
Shift Time: 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM




Advantages
• Permanent, full-time position offering long-term stability in the essential manufacturing & logistics sector.
• Scheduled, contractually guaranteed wage increases every 6 months.
• Unionized workplace environment offering exceptional job security, representation, and fair workplace guidelines.
• Structured opportunities for career advancement, lateral transitions, and specialized training across the company.
• Comprehensive Health and Dental benefits coverage for you and your family, fully covered by the company after 3 months.
• Generous company-matched pension plan offered immediately following the successful completion of a 6-month probation period.
• 2 weeks of paid vacation to start, accruing and available after your 6-month probation period.
• Exclusive employee pricing discounts on thousands of high-quality foods and grocery products.
• Become a valued member of a supportive, diverse team that is genuinely passionate about food, logistics, and long-term collective success.

Responsibilities
• Cut, trim, and portion beef, pork, lamb, and other protein products to precise company specifications and premium quality standards.
• Maintain and upkeep rigid safety and sanitation standards across the entire production floor to ensure a secure working environment.
• Inspect the quality of all received raw products thoroughly, verifying that all expiration dates and storage conditions are correct prior to processing.
• Package, seal, and arrange finished protein products carefully according to specific customer and retail delivery orders.
• Sterilize, clean, and sharpen all tools, knives, and machinery prior to the end of each shift to fulfill strict food safety and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ensure the proper weight, product description, and manufacturing dates are accurately recorded and printed on all labels before final packaging.
• Monitor production line flows and cooperate with team members to optimize daily output within the manufacturing & logistics facility.
• Report any machinery malfunctions, safety hazards, or product inconsistencies immediately to the Production Manager.
• Perform additional operational, inventory handling, and sanitization duties as assigned by the leadership team.

Qualifications
Physical Requirements & Environment:
•Physical Stamina & Strength: High physical fitness, stamina, and resilience to sustain prolonged periods of standing, walking, and executing repetitive hand movements; must be able to regularly lift, carry, and move objects weighing 30+ lbs.
•Environment Adaptability: Strong willingness to work hands-on with raw meat products (beef, pork, lamb) daily, and comfort working in a consistently cold, refrigerated environment.

Technical Skills & Operations:
•Equipment Handling: Ability to safely and effectively use industrial cutting tools, knives, and specialized food processing equipment.
•Precision & Math: Exceptional attention to detail for precise portion control and weight accuracy, backed by basic mathematical skills to verify counts, dates, and inventory.
•Dexterity: Strong spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination required for efficient, repetitive material handling tasks.

Safety, Teamwork & Productivity:
•Compliance: A strong commitment to strict workplace safety practices, personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines, and food hygiene standards.
•Efficiency & Communication: Effective communication skills to collaborate smoothly with the Production Manager and team, alongside strong time-management capabilities to meet daily deadlines in a high-volume facility.
•Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a specialized role that blends technical hand skills with modern manufacturing and logistics processes.
•Experience: Previous experience in food manufacturing, warehousing, or general labor is an asset, but not mandatory.

Summary
At Randstad, our recruiters are true experts in their fields, dedicated to connecting exceptional talent like you with top employers. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply directly on our website today or reach out to our team to explore this exciting Meat Processor opportunity in Richmond's vibrant manufacturing & logistics sector.

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