Ancillary Operative

Kepak Group· Operations
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📍 Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, United Kingdom💰 GBP 13+

About this role

Kepak is a global food company serving international retailers and food service household names with prime cuts of meat, on-trend food concepts and ready-for-market convenience foods. 

Kepak St. Merryn in Merthyr Tydfil has combined beef and lamb processing and packing facilities. We offer beef and lamb products ranging from retail ready cuts for butchers’ counters to branded packaged meat, all as part of our service; raised on open pastures, sourced from local farmers and hand-selected by our master butchers, we produce beef and lamb products with integrity and unmatched quality assurance. 

We are currently recruiting for Ancillary Operatives to work in our busy manufacturing site in Merthyr Tydfil.

This is a full time, permanent position working either a 5.30am or 6.00am start with a flexible finish time depending on the production requirements. With an hourly rate starting at £12.90 per hour.

Role Purpose

Work in slaughtering, performing precision functions involving the preparation of meat. Work may include specialized slaughtering tasks, trimming offal to required specs and dressing animals to required spec.

Role Requirements

  • Cut, trim, skin, sort, and wash viscera of slaughtered animals to separate edible portions from offal.
  • Clean materials to prepare them for production.
  • Process animal carcasses.
  • Eviscerate, and trim carcasses of slaughtered animals.
  • Trim, clean, or cure animal hides.·
  • Skin sections of animals or whole animals
  • Remove offal and prep ready for further processing
  • Prepare meat products for sale or consumption
  • Dress carcasses to correct spec
  • Remove feet, ears and horns
  • Complete general tasks within the abattoir
  • Being able to work in an area with raw meat and blood
  • Being able to work standing in a cold environment
  • Have a good work ethic
  • Be able to work within a team environment and on your own initiative

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Ancillary Operative role at Kepak Group?
The listed salary for this Ancillary Operative position at Kepak Group is GBP 13+. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Ancillary Operative position at Kepak Group located?
This Ancillary Operative role at Kepak Group is based in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, United Kingdom. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Ancillary Operative at Kepak Group belong to?
This Ancillary Operative position is part of the Operations department at Kepak Group. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Ancillary Operative position at Kepak Group?
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When was the Ancillary Operative job at Kepak Group posted?
This Ancillary Operative position at Kepak Group was posted on Sep 29, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Ancillary Operative
Kepak Group · 💰 GBP 13+
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