Meat Cutter

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

Job summary

A leading food service distributor seeks a skilled Meat Cutter for their Lexington NC location, starting initially in Charlotte. You will prepare and customize meat products, ensuring the highest quality and safety standards, while enjoying benefits from day one.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Pre-tax spending accounts

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a meat cutter.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Knowledge of NAMA guidelines and product cut numbers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality cuts of meats according to customer specifications.
• Trim and customize portions of meat products using knives and equipment.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized cutting room.

Skills

Knife Skills

Knowledge of USDA Grades

Ability to work in refrigerated environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Band saws

Laser portion machinery

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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