Poultry eviscerator Job Needed in Canada by Rossdown Natural Foods Ltd 

Work site environment

• Noisy

Work setting

• Slaughter houses
• Meat processing and/or packing plant/establishment
• Poultry processing plant

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Evisceration of Poultry: The primary responsibility is to remove internal organs (such as the intestines, heart, liver, and lungs) from the poultry carcass after it has been slaughtered.
• Inspection for Quality Control: Inspecting the internal organs and body cavity for abnormalities or contamination, and discarding any unsanitary or diseased parts according to company protocols.
• Cleaning and Sanitizing: Ensuring that the poultry is cleaned thoroughly during the evisceration process to prevent contamination and to meet food safety standards.
• Use of Tools and Equipment: Operating specialized machinery and tools (e.g., knives, scissors, hooks, and mechanical evisceration machines) to perform tasks quickly and effectively while maintaining hygiene standards.
• Organ Removal: Properly removing organs and disposing of them according to health and safety regulations.
• Handling Poultry Carcasses: After the organs are removed, the carcasses are often passed along the processing line for further processing, such as cutting or packaging.
• Maintaining Cleanliness: Ensuring the work area and equipment are sanitized regularly to prevent contamination of the poultry and maintain food safety standards.
• Adhering to Safety Regulations: Following strict safety guidelines, including wearing protective gear (gloves, aprons, etc.), using proper techniques to avoid injury, and maintaining awareness of the work environment to prevent accidents.
• Handling Waste: Ensuring proper disposal of waste materials, including inedible parts and waste water, in compliance with environmental and health regulations.

Tasks

• Slaughter livestock and remove viscera and other inedible parts from carcasses
• Remove feathers and singe and wash poultry to prepare for further processing or packaging
• Cut meat and poultry into specific cuts for institutional, commercial or other wholesale use
• Remove bones from meat

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• Knives

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Wellness program

Skills and Qualifications:

• Physical Strength and Stamina: Poultry evisceration can be physically demanding, requiring workers to be on their feet for extended periods and handle heavy birds or carcasses.
• Attention to Detail: A high level of attention to detail is required to ensure that all internal parts are removed properly and that the poultry is cleaned thoroughly.
• Manual Dexterity: Proficiency in using knives and specialized tools is essential to ensure precision and efficiency.
• Basic Knowledge of Hygiene Standards: A good understanding of sanitation practices to maintain food safety.
• Work in a Fast-Paced Environment: The role requires the ability to work quickly and accurately, often in a production line setting.

Working Conditions:

• Work Environment: The work is performed in a refrigerated, high-paced environment where hygiene and sanitation are paramount. It may involve exposure to poultry by-products and the use of sharp tools.
• Hours: The job may require long shifts and can be physically demanding, especially during peak poultry processing seasons.
• Safety: Eviscerators need to adhere to strict safety standards to avoid injuries due to the use of sharp tools and equipment.

Physical Demands:

• Standing for long hours.
• Repetitive motion of cutting and removing internal organs.
• Lifting and moving heavy poultry carcasses.