Is being a slaughterer a good fit for you?
Prepares large animal carcasses for sale. Cuts meat into cuts, makes sausages and wraps meat in meat works or packing plants.
What the work involves
- Removes bones and cuts meat into standard pieces ready for sale.
- Cuts the animal's neck so the blood drains during slaughter.
- Works on a production line, making a few of the cuts needed on each carcass.
- Fastens the animal's back legs so it can be lifted for slaughter or skinning.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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