Beef Processing - $2,000 Sign-On Bonus - Skilled Knife Positions

Greater Omaha Packing Co., Inc; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Education Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Greater Omaha Packing Co., Inc is seeking skilled Knife Laborers for on-site work at our Omaha, NE facility. This role involves precision cutting, trimming, boning, and processing of beef products to meet safety, quality, and productivity standards.

We offer a $2,000 sign-on bonus for qualified knife specialists, with starting pay from $19.65 to $21.00 per hour and top pay up to $32.10 per hour, plus a $1.00 attendance incentive. Weekly pay and a comprehensive benefits package are included.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be willing to relocate to Omaha, NE.
• Must be willing to work with sharp knives, cutting tools, hooks, saws, and/or powered equipment.

Responsibilities

• Use knives, hooks, and other cutting tools to trim, bone, separate, and process beef products.
• Remove fat, bone, cartilage, connective tissue, and other inedible materials according to specifications.
• Follow product specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Maintain production flow while working safely and efficiently on moving production lines.
• Properly handle, sort, and transfer products to designated conveyors, containers, or processing areas.
• Follow all food safety, USDA, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements.

Skills

Knives experience

Meat processing

Safety awareness

Job description

Beef Processing - $2,000 Sign-On Bonus - Skilled Knife Positions

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: BEEFP001530

• Posted : August 17, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Greater Omaha has been in the beef business since 1920. An uncompromising commitment to quality has been our hallmark since day one, constantly at the forefront of innovation in food safety andhumanetreatment of animals. Today, we ship beef to every U.S. state and over 70 countries around the globe.

Why Join Greater Omaha?

For over 100 years, Greater Omaha has built a culture of growth, opportunity, and community involvement. We provide opportunities to build a career with a company known for promoting from within, investing in employee development, and making a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work. Here's a few reasons why employees choose Greater Omaha:

• Competitive starting pay with opportunities for advancement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Education reimbursement for employees
• Tuition and scholarship opportunities for dependents
• Career growth within one of the nation's leading beef processors

Pay

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus available for qualified knife skills. Starting pay of $19.65 to $21.00 per hour; top pay up to $32.10 per hour. Pay includes a $1.00 perfect attendance incentive.

Position Summary

Skilled Knife Laborers perform precision cutting, trimming, boning, and processing of beef products while maintaining product quality, yield standards, food safety requirements, and production efficiency. Positions may be available throughout the Harvest and Fabrication plant located in Omaha, NE.

This role is ideal for individuals with previous meat processing, slaughter, fabrication, butcher, or other commercial knife experience who can safely and efficiently work in a fast‑paced production environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Use knives, hooks, and other cutting tools to trim, bone, separate, and process beef products.
• Remove fat, bone, cartilage, connective tissue, and other inedible materials according to specifications.
• Follow product specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Maintain production flow while working safely and efficiently on moving production lines.
• Properly handle, sort, and transfer products to designated conveyors, containers, or processing areas.
• Follow all food safety, USDA, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements.
• Keep knives and tools properly sharpened, sanitized, and maintained.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and use safe cutting techniques at all times.
• Assist with maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Skills and Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be willing to relocate to Omaha, NE.
• Must be willing to work with sharp knives, cutting tools, hooks, saws, and/or powered equipment.
• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift on concrete floors or platforms.
• Must be able to perform repetitive hand, wrist, andgraspingmotions.
• Must be able to reach for product on conveyor belts, boxes, bags, or other materials.

Frequent lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying up to 50 pounds; occasional heavier lifting may be required.

• Must be able to work in physically demanding conditions.
• Must be willing to wear all required PPE, which may include a hard hat, hearing protection, eye protection, face mask, face shield, steel‑toed rubber boots or closed‑toe shoes, frock, gloves, mesh gloves or aprons, and other required safety equipment.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Previous professional knife experience.
• Experience in meat processing, fabrication, slaughter, butchery, or food production preferred.
• Ability to safely use and maintain knives and cutting tools.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced production environment while meeting quality and productivity standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Schedule

1st Shift. Typically Monday through Friday. Fridays, Saturdays, and overtime may vary based on production needs.

• Work may take place in cold, damp, wet, or humid conditions, including areas near or below freezing.
• Some areas may include unpleasant odors, livestock harvesting, or work in and around bloody areas.
• Harvest areas may include extreme heat, up to 104 degrees.
• Some work areas are loud, and hearing protection isrequired.
• Team members may stand for extended periods on concrete floors, elevated platforms, or production platforms.
• This role requires repetitive hand, wrist, and body movements throughout the shift.

Benefits and Perks

At Greater Omaha Packing, we invest in our employees by offering a competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive starting pay with opportunities for advancement
• Weekly Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Dependent Education Reimbursement Program
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Wellness Resources and Employee Support Programs
• Paid Community Volunteer Opportunities

Benefits eligibility and plan details are subject to company policy and plan provisions.

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