Meat Cutter and Wrapper

Sam's Club; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 2,617,440 - 3,719,520; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Education benefit

Job summary

Sam's Club in Torrance, CA is hiring a Meat Team Associate to help ensure quality meat products, accurate packaging, and inviting displays. You will be on the front lines of customer service, using handheld tools to drive sales and maintain high standards of cleanliness and product quality.

The role requires a customer-service mindset, the ability to stand for long periods, and collaboration with the team to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old and able to complete required trainings.
• Retail or meat department experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service and teamwork are essential.
• Ability to stand for long periods while assisting members.

Responsibilities

• Be a Team Member: Collaborate with other associates to build a strong meat team; communicate with the team and be flexible to the needs of the business, including working in other areas.
• Be an Expert: Demonstrate knowledge of business on the floor, backroom operations, product safety standards, sanitation guidelines, inventory management, and operation, maintenance, and sanitization of equipment; prepare meat products such as cutting, grinding, wrapping, trimming; cut boneless meat products; and maintain product quality standards.
• Be a Techie: Leverage handheld technology to drive sales, improve the shopping experience, and elevate associate engagement; use handheld technology to make immediate business decisions related to production, training, and product quality with the member in mind; adapt to new tools and encourage others to use them.
• Be an Owner: Ensure commitment to operational excellence, keep work area in accordance with company policies; maintain quality and date-control standards for meat products; secure fragile and high-shrink merchandise; eliminate waste; assist members with purchasing decisions; and ensure merchandise is properly packaged, labeled, and stored per company policies.
• Be a Talent Ambassador: Advocate for the department and the club by valuing the member’s experience in the meat area and modeling high-quality service and products; execute the basics at the highest possible level; exhibit energy, commitment, and passion for the work.
• Complete work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborate with managers, co-workers, customers, and other business partners; identify priorities, deadlines, and expectations; communicate progress and information; determine and recommend ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapt to change, difficulty, and feedback.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans, using the Open Door Policy, and applying these in executing business processes and practices.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld devices

POS system

Job description

Position Summary

Why do people love shopping for fresh food at Sam’s Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard‑working and happy‑to‑help fresh food associates. Join our meat team and you won’t just cut meat—you’ll make important decisions about the quality, packaging, and display of our meat items so our members can feed their families. Your attention to detail and steady hand all work together to sell a quality product to our members. Work in our meat department and you’ll be on the front lines of customer service—your smile can make the difference between a good shopping experience and a great one. Be a part of a team that offers customers more of what they love, for less.

Candidate Qualities

• Thrive in fast‑paced environments.
• Multi‑tasker at heart.
• Keep member satisfaction as your top priority.
• Can stand for long periods while assisting members quickly and accurately.
• Problem‑solver who tackles obstacles head‑on to ensure each task is completed with excellence.

Impact

• Maintain a positive attitude by smiling, greeting, and thanking members.
• Provide exceptional customer service to members across the club as needed, answering any questions they may have.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and member‑ready area.

Responsibilities

• Be a Team Member: Collaborate with other associates to build a strong meat team; communicate with the team and be flexible to the needs of the business, including working in other areas.
• Be an Expert: Demonstrate knowledge of business on the floor, backroom operations, product safety standards, sanitation guidelines, inventory management, and operation, maintenance, and sanitization of equipment; prepare meat products such as cutting, grinding, wrapping, trimming; cut boneless meat products; and maintain product quality standards.
• Be a Techie: Leverage digital tools to drive sales, improve the shopping experience, and elevate associate engagement; use handheld technology to make immediate business decisions related to production, training, and product quality with the member in mind; adapt to new tools and encourage others to use them.
• Be an Owner: Ensure commitment to operational excellence, keep work area in accordance with company policies; maintain quality and date‑control standards for meat products; secure fragile and high‑shrink merchandise; eliminate waste; assist members with purchasing decisions; and ensure merchandise is properly packaged, labeled, and stored per company policies.
• Be a Talent Ambassador: Advocate for the department and the club by valuing the member’s experience in the meat area and modeling high‑quality service and products; execute the basics at the highest possible level; exhibit energy, commitment, and passion for the work.
• Complete work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborate with managers, co‑workers, customers, and other business partners; identify priorities, deadlines, and expectations; communicate progress and information; determine and recommend ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapt to change, difficulty, and feedback.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans, using the Open Door Policy, and applying these in executing business processes and practices.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and performance‑based incentive awards.
• Health benefits: medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Financial benefits: 401(k), stock purchase, and company‑paid life insurance.
• Paid time off: PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
• Other benefits include short‑term and long‑term disability, company discounts, military leave pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
• Live Better U education benefit program for full‑time and part‑time associates: tuition, books, and fees are fully paid.
• Hourly wage range: $19.00–$27.00 per hour.
• Additional compensation: annual or quarterly performance incentives and premiums up to $3.00 per hour.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must successfully complete all required trainings and assessments within a prescribed time period.

Location

2601 SKYPARK DR, TORRANCE, CA 90505‑5313, United States of America.

Workplace Safety

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and have a no‑tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. The policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.