Meat Production Worker

About the role

Join our Murray Bridge team as a Process Worker at Thomas Foods International. Whether you have experience in the industry or are looking to start a new career, we welcome your application. Our team values hard work, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining quality and safety standards.

Key responsibilities

Responsibilities vary depending on the department:

• Slaughter Department: Remove hides, hooves, heads, and other non-meat parts of the animal; split carcasses using saws or other tools; trim and cut meat into standard cuts for further processing or packaging; inspect and grade meat according to quality standards

• Beef Boner: Break carcasses into primal cuts or meat products according to specifications; debone forequarters, loins, and hindquarters; perform general labouring and cleaning tasks as required

• Beef Slicer: Competent in all facets of beef slicing and portioning; ensure accuracy and consistency of cuts; maintain equipment and adhere to hygiene standards

• Skins Department: Load and unload skins from salt pods safely and efficiently; inspect each skin for defects, assessing both pelt and wool quality; conduct quality control by identifying and addressing defects; prepare skins for the export market, ensuring compliance with industry standards

• Rendering Department: Operate rendering equipment safely and efficiently; process animal by-products into usable material; ensure compliance with hygiene and safety standards

About you

• Sharp eye for detail

• Great communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to produce high-quality results consistently

• Strong time and workload management

• Willingness to work autonomously under supervision

• Must provide a copy of your Passport, Visa, or Proof of Citizenship

• Physically fit and capable of working in a fast-paced environment

• Committed to workplace safety and quality standards

About us

Family owned since 1988, Thomas Foods International (TFI) is one of Australia's largest food businesses. With teams across Australia, the US, Canada, China, Japan and Europe, the Thomas Foods brands and business partnerships grow, supply, and distribute premium meat and seafood all over the world. TFI is an organisation that truly embodies its values-driven philosophy and positive working culture. Our mission is to feed families globally, through premium quality products, exceptional service and sustainable practices.

Benefits

• Casual and Permanent full-time employment options

• Free lunch provided daily

• Comprehensive training and development opportunities

• A strong focus on safety, teamwork, and quality