Meat Process Worker
OSCA 831331·ANZSCO 831311
11,000
22.6%
25.2%
36 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
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Courses linked to this job include Certificate III in Meat Processing (Packing Operations), Certificate III in Meat Processing (Rendering), Certificate II in Meat Processing, and Certificate II in Meat Retailing.
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About this career
Prepares meat and meat products by processing trimmed and boned carcasses and meat products by hand or with machinery.
What they typically do
- Operates machinery and equipment in a meat processing factory, such as grinders, slicers and tenderisers, to process cut and trimmed meat
- Processes meat, offal and tripe by adding ingredients such as spices and herbs, to make a variety of meat products
- Maintains cleanliness and hygiene standards in the meat processing area
- Moves processed meat and meat products into storage areas, and monitors and adjusts temperature and humidity levels in meat storage areas
- Adheres to quality control standards to ensure the production of high quality meat products
Where they work
States and territories
Share of workers by location
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Meat Process Worker.
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Certificate III in Meat Processing (Packing Operations)
AMP31216 · AQF 3 · 7 providers
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Certificate III in Meat Processing (Rendering)
AMP30421 · AQF 3 · 2 providers
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Certificate II in Meat Processing
AMP20126 · AQF 2 · 7 providers
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Certificate II in Meat Retailing
AMP20426 · AQF 2 · 1 providers