Meat Cutter

US FOODS; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a specialty meat cutter to join their team in Charlotte, NC. The role involves preparing high-quality meat cuts and ensuring sanitary conditions in a fast-paced refrigerated environment. The position offers competitive hourly wages starting at $20 with benefits starting on day one.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a meat cutter required.
• Experience with band saws and other meat production equipment preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high quality cuts of meats according to customer specifications.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of cutting room.
• Operate knives and meat production equipment such as band saws.

Skills

Knowledge of poultry, beef, lamb, and pork products

Knowledge of USDA grades and standards

Ability to work in a refrigerated environment

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE

Join Our Community of Food People!

Prepare high quality cuts of meats according to customer specifications using company standards and adhering to all safety requirements.

$20/Hour, Benefits on Day 1! Monday-Friday 1st Shift!

NOTE: This position will start in Charlotte NC and then move to Lexington NC in late Fall 2025

Trim and customize portions of meat products using knives, band saws or other meat production equipment.

Count and stack on tray portions per customer and company specifications.

Label portion with supplied number product labels.

Set up cutting room as required.

Keep cutting room and surrounding area clean and sanitized.

Follow company GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) to maintain sanitary conditions.

Work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F- 45°F.
Complete miscellaneous other duties as assigned.

Education/Training: High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred. Incumbent must have the ability to work in a fast paced production environment. Finish time is when work is completed and could require overtime with our without notice.

Related Experience/Requirements:
Skilled as a specialty meat cutter using knives required; minimum (1) year experience as a meat cutter. Experience with band saws, laser portion machinery or other meat production equipment is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of poultry, beef, lamb, and pork products including USDA grades and standards. Knowledge of NAMA guidelines and product cut numbers, i.e. 1184F vs 1184B is required. Must be able to work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F- 45°F

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $19.00-$20.00/Hour.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off , short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html .

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