Slaughterers and Meat Packers

Top 3 Slaughterers Jobs

  • Unarmed Security Officer - Metro One The Loss Prevention Group - Columbus,OH

    Have a passion for service? Ready to build a career, not just find another job? Metro One Loss Prevention Services Group has the opportunity youve been looking for! About Us:At Metro One LPSG, we are reshaping the security industry with a dynamic,...

  • Warehouse Picker - 3rd Shift - $1000 Hiring Bonus - Columbus, OH - Rogue Fitness USA - Columbus,OH

    Use RF scanners to identify, pick and pack outgoing customer orders Use Ipad or PC to perform quality checks on outgoing orders Follow processes and procedures to ensure order and packaging quality. Lift and carry up to 80 lbs. Band and wrap outgoing...

  • Loss Prevention Associate - Disability Solutions - Columbus,OH

    Do you have EXPERIENCE IN RETAIL LOSS PREVENTION and want to work for a company that still believes in apprehending and prosecuting criminals? The Loss...

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Top 3 Meat Packers Jobs

  • Apprentice Meat Cutter - Giant Eagle - Columbus,OH

    Our Meat Cutter Apprentices ensure that our guests are receiving the best and most delicious products, presented according to their requirements. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service and supporting the Meat Lead, you'll make sure that...

  • Warehouse Worker - Columbus, OH - FedEx - Columbus,OH

    Shift. Monday - Friday - 2nd Shift (Afternoon/ Evening)Pay: $17.22/hour plus a $0.50/hour Shift Differential Shift: Monday-Friday, 3 pm-11:30 pm Location: Logistics Court, Columbus, OH 43217 Warehouse Worker. The Warehouse Worker is responsible for...

  • Butcher - Full Time - Whole Foods - Columbus,OH

    Whole Foods Market Retail Job Performs duties relating to the cutting, preparation, display, and selling of meat products. All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly,...

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What Slaughterers and meat packers Do

Perform nonroutine or precision functions involving the preparation of large portions of meat. Work may include specialized slaughtering tasks, cutting standard or premium cuts of meat for marketing, making sausage, or wrapping meats. Work typically occurs in slaughtering, meat packing, or wholesale establishments. Excludes Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers who perform routine meat cutting.


Slaughterer and meat packer Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 79,700
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $29,900

Job Outlook for Slaughterers and meat packers

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 3,400
  • Growth rate: 4 percent (Slower than average)

How to Become a Slaughterer or meat packer

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training

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