Butcher

Bridges Staffing; Grand Bay (AL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Disability and supplemental life insurance

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

Bridges Staffing is hiring a Lead Butcher for their USDA-inspected beef processing facility in Grand Bay, AL. This position offers competitive pay of $16-$18/hour based on experience and provides a consistent Monday-Friday day shift. Candidates with a background in butchery or meat processing will thrive in this supportive, team-oriented environment. Opportunities for skill development and benefits, such as health insurance and a 401(k) plan, are also available.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in butchery or meat processing required.
• Willingness to learn rail-breaking techniques preferred.
• Understanding safety practices in meat processing essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with rail breaking and fabrication of beef cuts.
• Trim and prepare meat according to specifications.
• Safely operate knives and processing equipment.
• Inspect product quality to meet USDA standards.

Skills

Butchery experience

Meat processing knowledge

Basic meat cutting practices

Team-oriented mindset

Tools

Knives

Saws

Processing equipment

Job description

We are hiring a Lead Butcher to join our USDA-inspected beef processing facility in Grand Bay, AL. This role is a great fit for someone with hands-on butchery or meat processing experience who is looking to grow their skills in a stable, team-focused production environment. While rail-breaking experience is preferred, we are open to candidates with a solid foundation in meat cutting who are ready to take the next step.

Why Join Our Team:

• Pay: $16-$18/hour (based on experience and skill level)
• Consistent Monday-Friday day shift (no rotating schedules).
• Opportunity for skill development and advancement within the plant.
• Optional benefits including:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Disability and supplemental life insurance.
  • AD&D coverage.
  • 401(k) plan.
• Employee discounts.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with and perform rail breaking and fabrication of beef carcasses into primal and subprimal cuts.
• Trim, debone, and prepare meat products according to production and customer specifications.
• Follow daily work orders for cuts, weights, and fat content.
• Safely operate knives, saws, and processing equipment.
• Support production of ground products and other specialty items.
• Inspect product quality and ensure compliance with USDA and food safety standards.
• Work closely with packaging to ensure orders are completed accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant workspace.
• Cross-train and assist in other areas of the facility as needed.

Requirements:

• Experience in butchering, meat processing, slaughterhouse, or packaging environments.
• Willingness to learn rail breaking or expand existing skills.
• Understanding of basic meat cutting and safety practices.
• Ability to work in a cold environment (approximately 42°F).
• Reliable, team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic.
• Steel-toe boots required.