Meat Boner

Meat Boner 

Our teams across New Zealand are seeking to employ staff at the peak of season and are a significant local contributor to the community.

We are looking for recruits for the upcoming season. We are seeking candidates to work for our plants in

• Finegand, Otago 

Job requirements:

•  A team player who can work closely with others.
•  Up to 1 seasons or more relevant work experience 
•  Be eligible to work in New Zealand

Working arrangements:

• Earn a minimum of $815.40 to $864.60 gross per week.
• Minimum 30 hours per week
• Shift times vary from 5.30 am to 3.30pm and 2.50pm to 12.00am depending on site location
• We pay a minimum of $27.18 hourly and maximum of $28.82 hourly

Job Duties:

Processing duties and tasks including but not limited to the following

• Visually inspect each carcass prior to disassembly to indentify any defects or irregularities 
• Disassemble carcasses or carcass portions (e.g., quarters, sides) into individual cuts or manageable sizes according to product specifications.
• Carefully separate meat, fat, and connective tissue from bones using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Trim visible foreign material, blood spots, and other contaminants from meat cuts to maintain product quality.
• Understand yield expectations for each cut type and work diligently to meet or exceed targets.
• Maintain knife edges in optimal condition, ensuring tools remain sharp and effective throughout processing.
• Regularly monitor the cleanliness and integrity of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ensure all gear is fit for purpose and request immediate replacement if damaged or compromised.

Silver Fern Farms is working hard to maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screening is mandatory.

 You will need to have the correct eligibility to work in New Zealand.

 To find out more click 'Apply'. Applications open from 02/12/2025 closing 23/12/2025