Slaughterers and Meat Packers

Top 3 Slaughterers Jobs

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    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...

  • Warehouse - The Greer Group - Columbus,OH

    Job Description The Greer Group is looking for a dependable Warehouse Forklift Operator / Fulfillment & Delivery Support team member. This role combines warehouse operations, order fulfillment, and local...

  • Housekeeping - Surge Staffing - Columbus,OH

    Housekeeping – Headquarters Office Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM or 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (assigned at time of offer) Pay: $18–$25 per hour, based...

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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...

  • Sanitation Worker - CHEFS' WAREHOUSE - Columbus,OH

    About Michael's Finer Meat & Seafood With decades of expertise and a legacy rooted in quality, Michael's Finer Meats & Seafoods is a trusted partner to chefs across the Midwest and beyond. Known for premium...

  • Part Time Food Production - Gordon Food Service - Columbus,OH

    Gordon Food Service Store LLCLocation: 5700 Columbus Sq, Columbus, OH, 43231Now Hiring!Pay: $13/hr* Store Hours - Monday through Saturday 7AM-8PM; Sunday 9AM-6PM* Holidays Off - We are CLOSED on Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day and Easter.*...

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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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